Rajesh N Naidu
ET's in-house film journalist and critic who explains financial mechanics and industry context for film and music deals, offering data-driven analysis of investments and returns.
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Jan 29, 2026 • 17min
Why are Music Labels Buying Into Film Companies?
Nirmika Singh, founder of MOX Asia and ex-Editor at Rolling Stone India, gives strategic takes on label moves. Rajesh N Naidu, ET film journalist, breaks down the financial mechanics. They unpack how labels buy production stakes to secure music IP, the role of streaming cash, differing strategies of Universal versus Saregama, and what these deals mean for control and distribution.
