Ishani Pawar, Shoot Production in Dubai

02/06/2025 38 min Episodio 9
Ishani Pawar, Shoot Production in Dubai

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Late Nights, Big Sets, and Even Bigger Vision: What It Really Takes to Run a 300-Person Shoot.In this episode of The Business of Modelling, host Tessa Dewing travels to Dubai to meet Ishani Pawar, Managing Partner of Magnet Connect — one of the UAE’s leading production companies. From her early days modelling in India to becoming a powerhouse producer and female CEO in a traditionally male-dominated environment, Ishani shares a story of reinvention, resilience, and creative leadership.We explore how Dubai’s production industry has evolved, why international brands are flocking to the Middle East, and what it takes to manage 300-person shoots in the desert. Ishani also discusses the reality of launching Magnet Connect, the influence of mentors, and her optimistic view on AI’s role in production. Whether you're a model, creative, or entrepreneur, this conversation offers an inside look at what it takes to thrive in one of the world's fastest-growing media markets.www.magnetconnect.comwww.businessofmodelling.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.