NODWIN Gaming has renewed its strategic partnership with District by Zomato as the exclusive ticketing partner for major entertainment properties including Comic Con India, NH7 Weekender, and DreamHack India for the second consecutive year.
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Major Entertainment IPs Covered
The partnership spans NODWIN Gaming’s premier entertainment properties, creating seamless access to India’s biggest cultural celebrations through District by Zomato’s platform.
Partnership Scope & Event Expansion
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Comic Con India | Expanding to 11 cities (adding 4 new locations) |
| NH7 Weekender | India’s happiest music festival for global music lovers |
| DreamHack India | Sixth year of iconic global gaming festival |
| Platform | District by Zomato’s going-out discovery and booking app |
Strategic Partnership Benefits
Akshat Rathee, Co-founder and MD of NODWIN Gaming, emphasized the partnership’s importance: “Ticketing is the final and most crucial step in connecting fans to our events, and our ongoing partnership with District by Zomato reflects the strong mutual trust we’ve built over time.”
The collaboration leverages District’s platform insights to drive Comic Con India’s aggressive expansion, with data confirming Indian fans’ appetite for pop culture experiences across tier-2 and tier-3 cities.
Market Growth Opportunities
According to FICCI’s recent “Shape the future: The revolution in Indian Media and Entertainment” report, the organized live events segment is positioned for explosive growth:
- Expected revenue growth: 18% CAGR reaching ₹167 billion by 2027
- Marketing spend increase: 67% of marketers plan to boost event budgets in 2025-2026
- Non-metro expansion: Growing brand activation spending in emerging markets
NODWIN Gaming’s Entertainment Portfolio
NODWIN Gaming, a subsidiary of Nazara Technologies, has established global presence across Taiwan, South Asia, Singapore, Middle East, Germany, and Central Asia since 2014.
The company’s diverse intellectual properties span:
- Esports tournaments and leagues
- Pop culture celebrations and gaming festivals
- Music events and comedy shows
- Reality shows and content creation
DreamHack India continues leading India’s gaming and esports culture development, while NH7 Weekender maintains its position as the country’s premier music festival experience.
Digital Entertainment Evolution
District by Zomato’s spokesperson highlighted their commitment: “We believe in curating a seamless experience for discovering and accessing cultural celebrations, and we’re excited to continue bringing these experiences to wider audiences nationwide.”
This partnership reflects the broader digital transformation of India’s entertainment landscape, where mobile-first platforms enable unprecedented access to youth-focused cultural experiences.
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FAQs
Will the expanded Comic Con cities be available through District by Zomato?
Yes, all 11 Comic Con India cities will offer seamless booking through District by Zomato’s platform.
Does the partnership include early access or exclusive offers?
Specific promotional details are typically announced closer to individual event launch dates.
