Prime Focus Ltd
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| Industry | media and entertainment |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1997 |
| Founder | Namit Malhotra |
| Headquarters | Mumbai, India |
Number of locations | 23 |
Area served | Globally |
| Services | visual effects (VFX) and animation services, post-production services, production and financing of content, AI technology solutions |
| Website | [// ] |
Prime Focus Limited (PFL) is an Indian multinational media and entertainment company that provides visual effects (VFX) and animation services, post-production services, production and financing of content, AI technology solutions, and other technical and creative services to the film, broadcast, advertising, and themed entertainment industries globally.
The company operates globally through subsidiaries including DNEG, an Academy Award-winning VFX studio, Brahma AI and Prime Focus Studios.
Prime Focus Limited is headquartered in Mumbai with 23 locations across North America, Europe, and Australia.[1]
History
Prime Focus Limited (PFL) was founded in 1997 by Namit Malhotra in Mumbai, India.[2] The company began as a post-production services provider for television programming, advertising, and music videos, before expanding into feature films in the Indian market. [3]
Public Listing and Capital Expansion
In 2006, Prime Focus Limited completed an Initial Public Offering (IPO) and was listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange and the National Exchange of India.[4]
That same year, Prime Focus acquired UK-based post-production company VTR plc which was its first major overseas acquisition. The company then expanded into North America through acquisitions in the United States and Canada.[5]
In 2009, Prime Focus launched Prime Focus Technologies, introducing the CLEAR platform for cloud-based content management and workflows.[5][6]
Acquisition of Double Negative (DNEG)
In 2014, Prime Focus merged its international operations with London-based visual effects studio Double Negative.[7] Following the merger, the company rebranded as DNEG and continued to operate as a subsidiary of Prime Focus Limited.[7][8]
Recent Developments
In 2021, Prime Focus received a $250 million investment from Novator Capital Advisors.[9]
Prime Focus Studios was established as the production arm of the group, with projects across film, television, and gaming.[10] The company also launched Brahma AI in 2024, following the integration of Prime Focus Technologies, Metaphysic, and DNEG technology.[11]
References
- ↑ Kay, Jeremy. "Namit Malhotra, Prime Focus". Screen. Retrieved 2026-04-15.
- ↑ MatrixBCG (2025-08-06). "What is Sales and Marketing Strategy of Prime Focus Company?". matrixbcg.com. Retrieved 2026-04-15.
- ↑ "History of Prime Focus Ltd., Company". Goodreturn. Retrieved 2026-04-15.
- ↑ "Prime Focus Ltd - IPO". Business Standard. 2026.
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 "Prime Focus Technologies and Metaphysic Unite as BRAHMA AI: The Future of Enterprise Media and Content". www.brahma.io. Retrieved 2026-04-15.
- ↑ AI, BRAHMA. "Prime Focus Technologies and Metaphysic Unite as BRAHMA AI: The Future of Enterprise Media and Content". www.prnewswire.com. Retrieved 2026-04-15.
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 Giardina, Carolyn (2021-08-18). "Prime Focus, Parent Company of 'Tenet' VFX House DNEG, Raises $250 Million". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved 2026-04-15.
- ↑ "DNEG Enters into MOU to Acquire Prime Focus Technologies' Business". Archived from the original on 2025-07-24. Retrieved 2026-04-15.
- ↑ "UK film tech group DNEG valued at $2bn after Abu Dhabi fundraising". Financial Times. 2024.
- ↑ Ramachandran, Naman (2025-05-02). "Prime Focus Group Inks $400 Million Deal for Mumbai Entertainment Hub". Variety. Retrieved 2026-04-15.
- ↑ AI, BRAHMA. "Prime Focus Technologies and Metaphysic Unite as BRAHMA AI: The Future of Enterprise Media and Content". www.prnewswire.com. Retrieved 2026-04-15.
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