ShortsTV Inks Deal with Viacom18 Studios for Indian Short Films Portfolio

ShortsTV has expanded its portfolio of Indian short films through a content deal with Tipping Point, the digital content production arm of Viacom18 Studios.

Per the deal, ShortsTV has picked up the South Asia distribution rights to 15 short films featuring some of Bollywood’s top actors and directors. Among the titles joining the channel are Maya, Geek Out, The Epiphany, Glitch, The Daughter-In-Law, Grey, Red Velvet, A(U)N Usual Day, On the Road, Joy Ride, Teaspoon, Tea, Kill Me with Love, Hidden Cricket and A Twist in Love.

Carter Pilcher, chief executive at ShortsTV, said: “In line with our endeavor to bring the highest quality short entertainment to film buffs, we are delighted to partner with Viacom18 Studios’ Tipping Point to add the most popular Indian short films to our growing library. During these unprecedented times when people are indoors and looking for new entertainment options, ShortsTV is ready to deliver content extraordinaire from across the globe, to be enjoyed from the safety of our homes.”

Ajit Andhare, COO at Viacom18 Studios, said, “In just over a year, Tipping Point as a young digital content brand, has managed to create content that cuts across demographics, set genres and formulas. Our latest association with ShortsTV for our widely appreciated short films is a step towards deepening that connect with discerning consumers. From licensing our content to top Indian OTT players like VOOT or global platforms like Netflix and ShortsTV—we will continue to connect stories to audiences across the globe.”