The day also brought together some of India’s biggest names in cinema, music, and digital media, from Shahrukh Khan to Rajnikanth to Hema Malini to SS Rajamouli and AR Rahman, in sessions that highlighted the convergence of entertainment, culture, and digital innovation, further amplifying the energy and creative momentum of the festival.

Eight startups from the KRAFTON India Gaming Incubator programme (KIGI) hosted interactive booths on the show floor: Redimension Games, Shura Games, Dunali Games, Arjuna Studios, Ginger Games, Singular Scheme, Kleanup Games, and Advaita Interactive. A ninth studio, Smashhead Studios, also part of KIGI, attended the event reflecting the full strength of the incubator’s inaugural cohort. Anuj Sahani, Head of KIGI, was present to support and spotlight the work of these rising Indian game creators.

With BGMI continuing to capture the imagination of millions, KRAFTON remains a pillar of India’s gaming culture, blending localized innovation, esports excellence, and community-first strategies. Its recent conclusion of BGIS 2025 with a ₹3.2 crore prize pool further cements its leadership in Indian esports.

Since 2021, KRAFTON has invested over $200 million in Indian startups across gaming, esports, content, fintech, and deep tech, and has committed an additional $170–200 million over the next three years making it the largest investor in India’s interactive entertainment space.

“Our belief in India’s creative and technological capabilities is deep and long-term,” said Sean Hyunil Sohn, CEO, KRAFTON India. “By showcasing 13 exciting titles including 9 from Indian studios and supporting startups through the KRAFTON India Gaming Incubator, we’re not just making games; we’re helping shape a thriving ecosystem. With over $200 million already invested and another $170–200 million committed, we remain focused on co-creating the future of gaming with India’s best talent.”

As WAVES 2025 continues, KRAFTON’s presence is set to further champion Indian talent and shape the next chapter in gaming innovation.

Know More About KRAFTON, Inc.

Headquartered in South Korea, KRAFTON, Inc. is dedicated to discovering and publishing captivating games that offer fun and unique experiences. Established in 2007, KRAFTON is home to globally renowned developers that include PUBG STUDIOS, Striking Distance Studios, Unknown Worlds, VECTOR NORTH, Neon Giant, KRAFTON Montréal Studio, Bluehole Studio, RisingWings, 5minlab, Dreamotion, ReLU Games, Flyway Games, Tango Gameworks and inZOI Studio.

Each studio strives to continuously take on new challenges and leverage innovative technologies. Their goal is to win over more fans by broadening KRAFTON’s platforms and services.

With a passionate and driven team across the globe, KRAFTON is a tech-forward company that possesses world-class capabilities and is set on expanding its business horizons to encompass multimedia entertainment and deep learning. For more information, visit www.krafton.com.

Know More About KRAFTON India

In India, KRAFTON is responsible for premier mobile games, including BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA (BGMI), which has surpassed 200 million downloads, Bullet Echo India, Road To Valor: Empires, and CookieRun India, among others.

Committed to enhancing the start-up ecosystem in India, KRAFTON has invested over $200 million in several Indian startups across interactive entertainment, gaming, Esports, and technology, since 2021.

KRAFTON actively supports India’s game development ecosystem through its KRAFTON India Gaming Incubator (KIGI) while strengthening the Esports ecosystem with flagship events like the BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA SERIES (BGIS) and BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA PRO SERIES (BMPS). For more information, visit https://krafton.in/