| Name of the beneficiary | Abhishek More |
| Project/Programme Name | PGDBEM, 1998-1999 |
| Name of the enterprise floated | Digikore Studios Limited |
| Initial Investment | Rs. 1.18 crores |
| Employment Generated | Provided livelihood to over 2,000 families over the last 24 years |
| Present Turnover | Rs. 43 Cr. for FY 23-24 |
| Funds Raised, if any | Rs. 20 Cr. via an IPO |
| Awards Rec’d | EDII President’s Alumnus Award 2024 for Business EntrepreneurPride of Maharashtra Award, presented by Minister of Road Transport & Highways, Government of India, Shri Nitin Gadkari |
Name of the Beneficiary
Abhishek More
Project/Programme Name
PGDBEM, 1998-1999
Present Turnover
Rs. 43 Cr. for FY 23-24
Initial Investment
Rs. 1.18 crores
Employment Generated
Provided livelihood to over 2,000 families over the last 24 years
Name of the enterprise floated
- Digikore Studios Limited
Funds Raised
- Rs. 20 Cr. via an IPO
Awards Received
- EDII President’s Alumnus Award 2024 for Business Entrepreneur
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Pride of Maharashtra Award presented by Shri Nitin Gadkari, Minister of Road Transport & Highways, Government of India.
Like a true entrepreneur, seeing the growing opportunities in the entertainment industry, Abhishek More entered the world of Visual Effects (VFX). He started Digikore Studios Limited, leveraging the rapidly advancing technology and providing best experience to his clients. Today, with over 25 years of experience in content production and 15 years dedicated to VFX for films, web series and commercials, Abhishek has established himself as a pioneer in blending creativity with technology.
Under his leadership, Digikore Studios has established creative partnerships with leading studios including Disney/Marvel, Netflix, Amazon, Apple, Warner Bros, Paramount and Lionsgate — contributing to more than 250 Hollywood films, TV shows and commercials, showing his extraordinary talent and experience.
Abhishek’s entrepreneurial foundation was laid during his time at EDII, where he pursued the PGDBEM. “This course equipped me with the knowledge, skills and confidence to take on the challenges of the business world. During my course at EDII, I explored new areas, interacted with people from different fields and discussed ideas with faculty & industry experts. I also got opportunities to pitch my idea to investors, which gave me deeper insights into viable and non-viable opportunities,” says Abhishek. The world of entertainment beckoned Abhishek and today his company stands as a full-fledged VFX powerhouse, delivering high-quality visual effects for global entertainment industry.
Abhishek started his studio with an initial investment of Rs. 1.18 Crore. Over the years, the company has provided livelihoods to over 2,000 families and today notches an annual turnover of Rs. 43 Crore. Digikore Studios has been listed on National Stock Exchange of India (NSE), raising Rs. 30 Crore through an IPO.
Looking ahead, Abhishek is excited about the development of SaaS-based B2C AI websites. This platform will help millions of people worldwide to create Artificial Intelligence Generated Content (AIGC) for Social Media Platforms. “These self-serve AI websites will enable creators to produce high-quality content quickly at affordable price, opening up new possibilities for those who have lack technical skills or budget for traditional production, “ informs Abhishek.
Abhishek has also floated another venture, SelfSync.ai., which help companies find the right talent for the right roles. SelfSync.ai. uses advanced behavioural assessments to help businesses hire better resources, identify the best-fit candidates and realign existing teams for higher performance.
Accomplished entrepreneur, Abhishek has been honoured with the prestigious Pride of Maharashtra Award, presented by Shri Nitin Gadkari, Hon’ble Minister of Road Transport & Highways, Government of India. “Institutions like EDII empower dreamers to become doers, fuelling innovation and driving India’s economic engine forward,” concludes Abhishek.