Netflix Opens Eyeline Studios in Hyderabad, Anchoring Long-Term Investment in

*Netflix Opens Eyeline Studios in Hyderabad, Anchoring Long-Term Investment in India’sGrowing AVGC Sector*

 Netflix today announced the launch of Eyeline Studios, its globalproduction and innovation studio in Hyderabad, expanding its presence in India and marking asignificant long-term capability investment in India’s Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, andComics (AVGC) ecosystem.

 The launch aligns with Netflix’s global strategy to expand itsproduction innovation infrastructure. It positions India as a core node in global productionpipelines, embedding advanced visual effects, virtual production, and next-generationproduction technology. The launch event was led by Jeff Shapiro -CEO, Eyeline Studios,alongside Hon’ble Chief Minister of Telangana Shri Anumula Revanth Reddy, SecretaryMinistry of Information and Broadcasting Shri Sanjay Jaju, and Indian Actor and Film ProducerRana Daggubati.

The new office spans 32000 sqft and features state-of-the-art technology for advancedvisual effects and generative virtual effects, all supported by a robust hybrid cloudinfrastructure. The facility has a modern workspace designed to foster collaboration,creativity, and employee well-being.

 The Hyderabad facility is the fifth global location forEyeline, building on the network established in Los Angeles, Vancouver, Seoul, and London.Designed as a fully integrated part of Eyeline’s global network, the studio will contribute tohigh-end visual storytelling worldwide.With sustained policy momentum and a strong focus on skilling, India is strengthening itsposition as a global hub for creative technology and digital production. The launch of EyelineStudios’ India office aligns with this direction by embedding global production standards,advanced tools, and integrated workflows within the country. By anchoring production andinnovation capabilities in Hyderabad, Eyeline is making a long-term investment ininfrastructure, talent development, and deeper global integration.Shri Anumula Revanth Reddy, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Telangana, said, “Hyderabad isproud to welcome Eyeline and Netflix to Telangana. Hyderabad is a natural home for Netflixbecause both are global successes that continue to create new opportunities and careers. Inmany ways, both Netflix and Hyderabad are gateways bringing together opportunities andtalent from across the globe. Our city has always been a place where creativity, technology and global talent converge, making it a natural home for companies shaping the future ofstorytelling. 

This partnership reflects our shared ambition to build globally relevant creativeecosystems, and I am confident that Eyeline’s presence will further strengthen Hyderabad’sposition as a leading hub for film, technology and the AVGC sector. On behalf of theGovernment and the people of Telangana, I look forward to supporting their journey as theycreate new opportunities for talent and storytelling from Hyderabad to the world.”Shri Sanjay Jaju, Secretary, Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, Government of India,said, “I am in a place where I have been brought up and which I love. Jeff met me last year, andI can’t believe this could be made so fast. 

This is the right place for Eyeline Studios, the place ofBaahubali. We are a country with a rich history of storytellers. Entertainment lies at thecross-section of technological prowess and the art of storytelling. Hyderabad has a huge historyin AVGC. Most major Hollywood studios already have small offices in Hyderabad. IICT, whichwas set up last year, will also have a campus here. Pan-India films are being made out ofHyderabad, and with leadership and vision, this ecosystem will continue to grow.”Shri. D. Sridhar Babu, Minister for IT, Electronics & Communications, Industries &Commerce, Government of Telangana commented, “I welcome Eyeline Studios toHyderabad. It aligns with the vision of our Hon’ble Chief Minister and the Government to see thecreative energy of Hyderabad should grow and Hyderabad becomes the capital of storytelling.

Netflix’s decision to come up with their production footprint in India reflects the confidence in thecreative talent available in India. Our government is always looking for skilling the talentrequired to tutor students. The objective of the government is to build a talent pool across VFXand animation. Technology is taking the lead and we are at the disruption of things. With EyelineStudios, we will be number one the best storytelling place in the globe.”During the inauguration, actor and producer Rana Daggubati said, “Today it feels verynostalgic for me.

 After coming here, many memories came back. About 20 years ago, around2005–2006, there were very few opportunities like this in Hyderabad, and Ted Sarandos wasjust starting to connect with the industry at that time. Today, seeing people like Jeff Shapirocome to Hyderabad and speak about this place as the next future hub of creativity shows howfar Hyderabad has progressed. For this, I must first thank the audiences who kept pushingfilmmakers to go beyond boundaries and constantly ask for bigger and newer cinema. 

Thefilmmakers and producers out of Hyderabad kept pushing the bar higher. With this momentum,and with Eyeline Studios coming here has supported the industry in a huge, phenomenal way,I would like to welcome everyone. I truly believe it’s a great future for anyone who wants to bean artist, work in movies, or be part of storytelling. Thank you to everyone in the governmentand the leadership of the state for supporting this journey. Together, we will make this abeautiful and entertaining city.”Jeff Shapiro, CEO, Eyeline Studios, said, “India has long played a defining role in globalvisual effects, not just because of scale, but because of the depth of creative and technical talent here. When we looked at where to establish our presence, Hyderabad stood outimmediately. It brings together a strong technology backbone, world-class engineeringcapability, and a film culture that understands ambition. The talent in this city and across Indiacombines artistic craft with impeccable technical precision. That’s exactly the foundation weneed to build long-term capability and contribute meaningfully to global storytelling fromhere.”