Pranav Birje | Senior Correspondent
Prasar Bharati’s digital platform WAVES OTT hosted the grand premiere of its latest original feature film, Della Bella: Badlegi Kahaani, at Rang Bhawan, Akashvani Bhawan, New Delhi. The exclusive event featured a press conference and was graced by Shri Navneet Kumar Sehgal, Chairman, Prasar Bharati, and the film’s director and ad filmmaker, Shri Neelesh Jain.
The premiere drew a diverse gathering of dignitaries from politics, media, and the creative arts, alongside the cast and crew of the film.
Della Bella: Badlegi Kahaani is a visually poetic Hindi film that explores themes of love, identity, and self-realization. It follows a woman’s journey to reclaim her voice and individuality—reflecting the evolving social and cultural ethos of modern India.
The film streams exclusively on WAVES OTT, with a scheduled telecast on DD National, reaffirming the public broadcaster’s commitment to accessible, impactful storytelling for all.
Shri Navneet Kumar Sehgal, Chairman, Prasar Bharati, said “WAVES OTT is India’s only public service streaming platform that blends legacy with digital innovation. Alongside original films like ‘Della Bella’, the platform offers a rich collection of documentaries, radio shows, regional cinema, classic DD archives, and live TV and radio channels, making it a truly inclusive and multilingual experience. Our mission is to create a trusted, family first platform that celebrates India’s diversity and creativity. ‘Della Bella’ beautifully exemplifies that vision.”
Director Neelesh Jain added saying “This film is deeply personal to me. The overwhelming response and support we’ve received today is heartening. I’m excited for audiences to experience the film on WAVES and grateful to the entire team for believing in its message.”
The premiere was met with an enthusiastic and emotional response, underscoring WAVES OTT’s growing role as a platform for socially relevant, culturally rooted, and emotionally powerful Indian stories.
‘Della Bella: Badlegi Kahaani’ Premieres in New Delhi Ahead of Exclusive Launch on WAVES OTT
