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Annapurna Studios, in collaboration with Dolby, has launched India’s first Dolby-certified post-production facility for cinema and home use. The facility was inaugurated by renowned filmmaker S. S. Rajamouli, in the presence of celebrated actor Nagarjuna Akkineni, Vice Chairman of Annapurna Studios.

Interestingly, Rajamouli’s Academy Award-winning film RRR was the first-ever Indian film to be released in Dolby Cinema. A special footage of the film was showcased at the grand event.

S. S. Rajamouli commented, "During the production of RRR, when we wanted to grade the film in Dolby Vision, we had to travel all the way to Germany. It was disheartening not to be able to experience my film in Dolby Vision within my own country. But today, I am thrilled to see a Dolby Vision grading facility right here at Annapurna Studios."

He added, "What’s even more exciting is that, by the time my next film releases, there will be multiple Dolby Cinemas across India. Watching a film in Dolby Vision is an entirely different experience—the crystal-clear clarity and the way it enhances every frame elevates storytelling to a whole new level. I can’t wait for audiences to experience it!"

From being a pioneer in virtual production to now housing the country’s first Dolby Certified Postproduction Facility for Cinema & Home, the attempt has always been to put Indian films on the map. 🎥

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— Nagarjuna Akkineni (@iamnagarjuna) January 10, 2025

Nagarjuna Akkineni, Vice Chairman and the face of Annapurna Studios, said how the studio continues to be at the forefront of innovation in Indian cinema. "From being a pioneer in virtual production to now housing the country’s first Dolby Certified post-production facility for cinema and home, the attempt has always been to put Indian films on the map."

He said, "As Annapurna Studios celebrates its 50th year, this collaboration with Dolby is a testament to that vision. At Annapurna, our legacy has been to embrace change and innovation, and this marks another significant step forward in that journey."

Supriya Yarlagadda, ED of Annapurna Studios, said, "With Dolby Certified Postproduction Facility for cinema and home, we are introducing a game-changing technology that will redefine how films are created and experienced in India. We aim to empower filmmakers to tell their stories with unparalleled precision and impact.”

Launched in collaboration with Dolby, a special footage of SS Rajamouli’s Academy-award-winning film, RRR was also played at the launch event.