Obsidian Control Systems recently played a show-stopping control role at the 2025 IIFA Awards at the JECC Grounds in Jaipur, India, where Bollywood’s brightest stars took center stage. Supported by VMT, Obsidian’s official Indian distribution partner, Wizcraft International Entertainment produced the show as a live event production masterclass, where Obsidian’s NX4, NX2, NXP and NETRON EN12 handled 600 lighting fixtures across 24 universes with unmatched finesse.
The Obsidian consoles delivered intuitive programming and lightning-fast adaptability, allowing for dynamic lighting transitions and high-impact cues. The NXP expansion wing provided scalable control for the large setup, while the NETRON EN12 ensured flawless data transmission across the rig.
Becket Tundatil, Lighting Designer at Fireflies, said: “Lighting plays a crucial role in storytelling, and Obsidian delivered flawlessly. Its intuitive controls made programming quick and efficient. The system’s speed and accuracy ensured smooth transitions. A must-have for professional lighting design.”
Associate Lighting Designer Klinton Mascarenhas added: “Obsidian’s control system provided flexibility and unmatched stability. It handled complex cues effortlessly, ensuring a seamless experience.”
Hosted by Karan Johar and Kartik Aaryan, the gala featured performances by Sachin-Jigar, Mika Singh, Shreya Ghoshal, Nora Fatehi, and icons like Shah Rukh Khan, Kareena Kapoor, and Madhuri Dixit. The 2025 IIFA Awards ceremony marked the 25th anniversary of the event and was hailed as a stunning awards night.
Reflecting on the success, VMT’s Head of Sales Distribution Kekul Sheth remarked: “When great vision meets great technology, the result is unforgettable. That’s exactly what we saw at IIFA 2025 with Obsidian Controls in action. Special thanks to Beckett for using the Obsidian consoles for IIFA 2025 and to Klinton for pre-programming and ensuring flawless execution. Proud to see VMT solutions light up one of India’s biggest stage events.”
