London-based privately owned feature animation VFX studio Cinesite has acquired a majority stake in Mumbai-based Assemblage, owned by AK Madhavan. Through this deal, Cinesite will mark its foray into the Asian market. 

The present deal would not change any business affair for Assemblage in the global markets. Under the leadership of the founder AK Madhavan and chief executive officer (CEO) Arjun Madhavan, the company will continue serving its existing clientele. 

Founded in 2013, Assemblage provides premium 3D animation and visual effects services to Hollywood studios and independent production companies globally. Its portfolio includes Norm of the North (Lionsgate), Trollhunters (Netflix), Arctic Dogs (Entertainment Studios), Chico Bon Bon (Netflix), Miraculous (Disney), Enchanted Village of Pinocchio (France. TV), Word Party (Netflix), Arctic Friends, Puffins and Puffins Impossible (AppleTV, Amazon Prime), and Swan Princess (Sony). 

“To produce the quality of content that we aim to serve the market demand in the future, we need to be able to draw on talent and competence from various territories around the world. Through this venture, we have found the right partner in Assemblage who is well-placed to solidify further its position as an important player in the international animation market, grow its VFX capabilities and meet the extensive commercial demand in Asia,” said Antony Hunt, CEO of Cinesite. 

Arjun Madhavan added, “Cinesite'screative and technical expertise, international presence and robust talent network provide us with enhanced opportunities. This will empower us to strengthen our service offerings further, deepen our footprint and widen our clientele globally. With a legacy of pioneering many firsts in and from India, we are enthused by how much more we can achieve together.”