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Vinay Chuphal: Yes, definitely! Many projects from studios across the world are collaborating with studios based in India. The main ad- vantage is the cost, but also the quality of artistry India can produce is enhancing day by day. This will eventually lead to the betterment of artists in India and the approach towards regional shows too. This has also led to a stage in which Indian artists are capable of getting hired directly from Tier 1 VFX houses outside India. What key developments have you seen in the VFX industry during your journey that have elevated projects that you have seen and worked on? Vinay Chuphal: The standard of the workflow is the main develop- ment. Through the advancement of time, VFX houses across India are implementing more technically proven workflows. This leads to the outputs being validated technically and the creative calls are to be le at the free will of the heads. The equipment and hardware used for gathering on-set data have improved tremendously. This helps us to exactly replicate the set digitally and incorporate the additional CGI elements with way better accuracy. Advancement of applications used in VFX. The very underrated topic of VFX applications that have evolved through time has eased out the redundant tasks on artists and allowed them to focus more on the creative process. Most applications deal with the technical details on the backend and the user has to be least bothered about validating time and again. Are there any projects that Future- Works is working on that have a global presence? Vinay Chuphal: Yes! The Peripheral, Lost in Space (all seasons), Westworld (Season 2 and Season 3), The Chosen, Ricky Stanicky, MacGyver, and a couple of other shows yet to release in 2024. Indian shows like Jaane Jaan, Pathaan, Rocky & Rani, Rana Naidu, and a few others also have been global hits in theatres and on OTTs. How is FutureWorks working to become more globally involved within the VFX in- dustry? Vinay Chuphal: It's essential for all studios to stay abreast of these industry changes, continue learning, and adapt their skills to effec- tively lead their teams and deliver high-quality visual effects. FutureWorks studios have been actively working towards becom- ing more globally involved within the VFX industry in several ways. Here are some key strategies and initiatives we have undertaken: Quality Standards and Talent Development: FutureWorks studios have focused on raising the quality of their output to meet international standards. They have invested in training programs and talent development to enhance the skills of their artists and techni- cians. By nurturing a pool of skilled professionals, FutureWorks offers high-quality VFX services that are competitive on a global scale.