Your Directors have pleasure in presenting herewith their 9th Directors’ Report on the business and operation of the Company together with the Audited Statements of Accounts of the Company for the financial year ended on 31st March, 2025. This report states compliance as per the requirements of the Companies Act, 2013 ("the Act”), the Secretarial Standards, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 ("Listing Regulations”) and other rules and regulations as applicable to the Company.
1. FINANCIAL SUMMARY OR HIGHLIGHTS/PERFORMANCE OF THE COMPANY:
(Amount in Lacs)
Standalone
|
PARTICULARS
|
2024-25
|
2023-24
|
|
Revenue from Operations
|
10,447.81
|
10,247.54
|
|
Other Income
|
52.89
|
1.94
|
|
Total Income
|
10,500.70
|
10,249.48
|
|
Total Expenses
|
8,923.20
|
8,783.19
|
|
Profit or (Loss) before Tax
|
1,577.50
|
1 ,466.29
|
|
Less: Current Tax
|
400.00
|
387.06
|
|
Deferred Tax
|
0 .84
|
(1.54)
|
|
Add /Less : Prior Period Tax
|
0.05
|
0.01
|
|
Profit or (Loss) After Tax
|
1,176.61
|
1,080.76
|
2. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE COMPANY’S WORKING DURING THE YEAR/STATE OF COMPANY’S AFFAIR:
• During the year under review, the Company has earned Revenue from Operations of Rs.104.48 Cr. as compared to Revenue from Operations of Rs.102.48 Cr. earned in the previous year.
• The Company has earned Profit before Tax of Rs.15.77 Cr. as compared to Profit before Tax of Rs.14.66 Cr. earned in the previous year.
• The Company has earned Profit after Tax of Rs.11.77 Cr. as against the Profit after Tax of Rs.10.81 Cr. earned in the previous year.
The company is implementing strategic measures to enhance its performance in the years ahead and proactively positioning itself for improved outcomes and sustained growth.
3. OVERVIEW:
As part of our strategic growth and commitment to expansion, the Company has transitioned from a private limited company to a public limited company. Effective September 19, 2024, our name has officially changed from Studio LSD Private Limited to Studio LSD Limited, following approval from the Registrar of Companies (ROC) and the issuance of a new Certificate of Incorporation (COI).
Further, a key milestone in the Company’s growth journey was achieved with the successful completion of our Initial Public Offering (IPO) and listing on NSE Emerge (SME Platform of NSE) on August 25, 2025. This transition marks the Company’s entry into the listed space, enhancing visibility, governance standards, and access to capital markets for future growth.
Over the years, Studio LSD Limited has continued to strengthen its partnerships with major broadcasters and digital streaming platforms, consistently delivering high-quality content
across diverse genres. The Company’s fearless approach to creativity and production enables us to pursue ambitious projects that challenge conventions and redefine industry standards.
With the SME listing and strong industry positioning, Studio LSD Limited remains committed to setting new benchmarks in entertainment, enhancing shareholder value, and shaping the future of storytelling through innovative and impactful content.
4. DIVIDEND:
As per the Section 123 of the Companies act, 2013, your Directors do not recommend any dividend for the year ended 31st March, 2025.
5. TRANSFER TO THE INVESTOR EDUCATION AND PROTECTION FUND:
During the year under review, the Company was not required to transfer any funds to the Investor education and protection Fund.
6. TRANSFER TO GENERAL RESERVE:
Your Directors do not propose to transfer any amounts to the general reserves of the Company, instead have recommended to retain the entire profits for the financial year ended March 31, 2025, in the profit and loss account.
7. NATURE OF BUSINESS:
There was no change in the nature of business of the Company during the financial year under review.
8. MATERIAL CHANGES AFFECTING THE FINANCIAL POSITION OF THE COMPANY:
Pursuant to necessary approvals, the Company successfully completed the IPO and was listed on NSE Emerge on August 25, 2025. The Board confirms that the IPO process was carried out in strict compliance with the provisions of the SEBI (Issue of Capital and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2018, the Companies Act, 2013, and other applicable rules and regulations.
Timeline of actions for NSE Emerge Listing Process:
|
Sr. No.
|
Activity
|
Regulatory Reference
|
Date
|
|
1
|
Board Meeting for IPO Approval
|
Section 179, 42 & 62 of Companies Act, 2013
|
23/12/2024
|
|
2
|
Appointment of Merchant Banker, RTA, Legal Advisor etc.
|
SEBI (ICDR) Regulations, 2018
|
15/05/2024,
12/06/2024
|
|
3
|
Preparation of DRHP & Approval by Board
|
SEBI ICDR Regulations
|
24/01/2025
|
|
4
|
Filing of DRHP with NSE & SEBI
|
SEBI ICDR Regulations
|
24/01/2025
|
|
5
|
DRHP Approval of Stock Exchange for Listing
|
NSE Emerge Regulations
|
23/04/2025
|
|
6
|
Shareholders' Approval via EGM for IPO & Capital Raise
|
Section 42 & 62 of Companies Act, 2013
|
02/01/2025
|
|
7
|
Filing of RHP with Stock Exchange and RoC
|
SEBI (ICDR) Regulations, 2018 & Section 26 of Companies Act, 2013
|
11/08/2025
|
|
8
|
Issue open & close date
|
Reg. 253 of SEBI (ICDR) Regulations, 2018 (Issue Period)
|
18/08/2025 to 20/08/2025
|
|
9
|
Filing of Prospectus
|
Section 26(4) of Companies Act, 2013
|
21/08/2025
|
|
10
|
Listing date
|
Reg. 259 of SEBI (ICDR) Regulations, 2018 & NSE Listing Agreement
|
25/08/2025
|
9. STATEMENT OF DEVIATION AND VARIATION OF ISSUE PROCEEDS UNDER REGULATION 32 OF SEBI (LISTING OBLIGATION AND DISCLOSURE REQUIREMENTS) REGULATIONS, 2015:
No utilisation of IPO proceeds occurred during FY 2024-25 (pre listing). Post listing, the Company has constituted an IPO Proceeds Monitoring mechanism and shall place quarterly statements of deviation/variation before the Audit Committee and submit the same to the Stock Exchange(s)
as per Regulation 32, with disclosure on the Company’s website.
10. DISCLOSURE OF ORDERS PASSED BY REGULATORS OR COURTS OR TRIBUNAL:
During the year under review, no significant and material orders have been passed by any Regulator or Court or Tribunal which can have impact on the going concern status and the Company’s operations in future.
11. DEPOSITS:
Your Company has not accepted any deposits within the meaning of Section 73 of the Companies Act, 2013 and the Companies (Acceptance of Deposits) Rules, 2014.
12. DIRECTORS AND KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL:
As on March 31, 2025, the following are Directors and Key Managerial Personnel (“KMPs”) of the Company as per Sections 2(51) and 203 of the Companies Act, 2013:
|
S.NO
|
NAME OF DIRECTOR/ KMP
|
DIN NO/ M.NO./PAN
|
DESIGNATION |
|
|
1
|
Mr. Prateek Sharma
|
07718678
|
Managing Director
|
|
2
|
Mr. Parth Shah
|
07990904
|
Whole-Time Director
|
|
3
|
Mrs. Suman Sharma
|
07718689
|
Non-Executive Director
|
|
4
|
Mr. Bajrang Prajapat
|
08151516
|
Independent Director
|
|
5
|
Ms. Swati Dhoot
|
10772709
|
Independent Director
|
|
6
|
Ms. Ruchika Mishra
|
BKWPM6771P
|
Chief Financial Officer
|
|
7
|
Ms. Kiran Goklani
|
BDUPG5761Q
|
Company Secretary and Compliance Officer
|
The changes in the Board of Directors and KMP during the year under review to strengthen governance, regulatory compliance, and financial oversight in line with the Company’s transition to a publicly listed entity are as follows:
|
Name of Director
|
Appointment / Resignation
|
Date of Appointment / Resignation
|
Particulars
|
|
Mrs. Suman Sharma
|
Change in Designation
|
July 1, 2024
|
Change in Designation from Executive to Non- executive Director and Chairperson of the Company
|
|
Ms. Ruchika Mishra
|
Appointment
|
September 06, 2024
|
Appointed as Chief Financial Officer
|
|
Ms. Kiran Goklani
|
Appointment
|
October 3, 2024
|
Appointed as Company Secretary and Compliance Officer
|
|
Mr. Bajrang Prajapat
|
Appointment
|
October 3, 2024
|
Appointed as an Additional Non - Executive Independent Director
|
|
Ms. Swati Dhoot
|
Appointment
|
October 3, 2024
|
Appointed as an Additional Non - Executive Independent Director
|
|
Mr. Bajrang Prajapat
|
Change in Designation
|
October 16, 2024
|
Regularized the Appointment as a Non - Executive Independent Director for a term of Five (5) consecutive years w.e.f. October 16, 2024
|
|
Mr. Parth Shah
|
Change in Designation
|
October 04, 2024
|
Appointed as Whole Time Director for a term of Five (5) consecutive years w.e.f. October 04, 2024.
|
|
Ms. Swati Dhoot
|
Change in Designation
|
October 16, 2024
|
Regularized the Appointment as a Non - Executive Independent Director for a term of Five (5) consecutive years w.e.f. October 16, 2024
|
The NRC identifies and ascertains the integrity, professional qualification, areas of expertise and experience of the person, who is proposed to be appointed as a director and appropriate recommendation is made to the Board with respect to his / her appointment to maintain balance, ensure effective functioning of the Board and ensure orderly succession planning. The Board is of the opinion that the Independent Directors of the Company possess requisite qualifications, experience, expertise and hold highest standards of integrity.
During the year, the non-executive directors of the Company had no pecuniary relationship or transactions with the Company, other than sitting fees, and reimbursement of expenses incurred by
them for the purpose of attending meetings of the Company.
13. RETIREMENT BY ROTATION:
Section 152 of the Act provides that unless the Articles of Association provide for retirement of all directors at every AGM, not less than two- third of the total number of directors of a public company (excluding the Independent Directors) shall be persons whose period of office is liable to determination by retirement of directors by rotation, of which one-third are liable to retire by rotation. Accordingly, Mrs. Suman Sharma, Non¬ Executive Director of the Company, is liable to retire by rotation at the ensuing Annual General Meeting and being eligible, has offered herself
for re-appointment. Appropriate resolution for aforesaid re-appointment is being placed for approval of the members at the ensuing Annual General Meeting.
14. DISCLOSURE UNDER SECTION 197(12) OF THE COMPANIES ACT, 2013:
The Company has not employed any individual whose remuneration falls within the purview of the limits prescribed under the provisions of Section 197 of the Companies Act, 2013, read with Rule 5(2) of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014. The information required under Section 197(12) of the Act read with rule 5(1) of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 are in “Annexure-A”.
15. DETAILS IN RESPECT OF ADEQUACY OF INTERNAL FINANCIAL CONTROLS WITH REFERENCE TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS:
There are adequate Internal Control Procedures commensurate with the size of the Company and nature of its business. During the year no major weaknesses has been noticed in the Internal Control Procedure.
This ensures orderly and efficient conduct of its business, including adherence to the Company’s policies, safeguarding of its assets, prevention of errors, accuracy and completeness of the accounting records and the timely preparation of reliable financial information.
Internal financial controls with reference to the financial statements are adequate and operating effectively.
16. PARTICULARS OF LOANS, GUARANTEES OR INVESTMENTS UNDER SECTION 186:
The particulars of loans, guarantees or investments made by the Company under Section 186 of the Companies Act, 2013 (the “Act”) during the year under review are disclosed in the Financial Statements and provided here in under Annexure -B.
17. HOLDING, SUBSIDIARIES, JOINT VENTURES AND ASSOCIATE COMPANIES:
(1since the company does not have any holding, subsidiary, joint venture or associate company hence, AOC-1 is not applicable)
18. DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS:
The declarations required under Section 149(7) of the Companies Act, 2013 from the Independent Directors of the Company confirming that they meet the criteria of independence under Section 149(6) of the Companies Act, 2013, have been duly received by the Company along with a declaration of compliance of sub-rule (1) and sub-rule (2) of Rule 6 of Companies (Appointment of Directors) Rules 2014. The independent directors have also complied with the Code for Independent Directors prescribed in Schedule IV to the Act and Code of Conduct for Directors and senior management personnel. In the opinion of the Board, there has been no change in the circumstances which may affect their status as Independent Directors of the Company.
The Independent Directors also confirmed that they have duly registered their names in the data bank for Independent Directors maintained by Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs. Further, the Board is of the opinion that the Independent Directors of the Company possess requisite qualities to act as Independent Directors including integrity, relevant expertise and experience. The Board further confirms that the Independent Directors who were required to, have duly passed the online proficiency self-assessment test conducted by the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs.
19. BOARD EVALUATION:
Pursuant to the provisions of the Companies Act and the SEBI Listing Regulations, a structured questionnaire was prepared for evaluating the performance of Board, its Committees and Individual Director including Independent Directors. The questionnaires were prepared after taking into consideration the various facets related to working of Board, its committee and roles and responsibilities of Director. The Board and the Nomination and Remuneration Committee reviewed the performance of the Individual Directors including Independent Directors on the basis of the criteria and framework adopted by the Board. Further, the performance of Board as a whole and committees were evaluated by the Board after seeking inputs from all the Directors on the basis of various criteria. The Board of Directors expressed their satisfaction with the evaluation process. In a separate meeting of Independent Directors, the performance of Non¬ Independent Directors, performance of Board as a whole and performance of the Chairpersonwas evaluated.
20. BOARD POLICIES:
The details of various policies as required under the Companies Act, 2013 and SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, as provided in "Annexure - C” to this report, have been duly framed, approved, and adopted by the Board in its meeting held on October 04, 2024.
21. CORPORATE GOVERNANCE:
As per regulation 15(2) of the SEBI LODR, the Compliance with the Corporate Governance provisions shall not apply in respect of the following class of the Companies:
a) Listed entity having paid up equity share
capital not exceeding Rs.10 Crore and Net Worth not exceeding Rs.25 Crore, as on the last day of the previous financial year;
b) Listed entity which has listed its specified
securities on the SME Exchange.
Since, our Company falls within the ambit of aforesaid exemption (b); hence compliance with the provision of Corporate Governance shall not apply to the Company and it does not form the part of the Annual Report for the financial year 2024-2025.
22. MAJOR CHANGES:
| |
BM/EOGM Date
|
Approval date
|
|
Change in Object clause
|
EOGM: August 9, 2024.
|
August 16, 2024.
|
|
Change in regd. Office address
|
BM: November 27, 2024
|
November 27, 2024
|
|
Conversion from Pvt Ltd Co. to Public Limited Co.
|
BM: August 03, 2024 EOGM: August 09, 2024
|
September 19, 2024
|
BM: Board Meeting,
EOGM: Extra Ordinary General meeting
23. BORROWINGS & CHARGES:
Our Company had availed Overdraft credit facilities with the Cosmos Co-op. Bank Ltd. It had Filed the Form CHG-1 on creation and then modification of charge and this charge is satisfied on December 22, 2024 vide SRN AB2461250. Additionally, the Company has availed Loan Against Security (LAS) facility from HDFC Bank Limited and has filed the creation of charge with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs.
24. DIRECTORS’ RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT:
To the best of our knowledge and belief and according to the information and explanations obtained, your Directors make the following statement in terms of Section 134(5) of the Companies Act, 2013:
a. that in the preparation of the Annual Accounts for the year ended March 31, 2025, the applicable accounting standards had been followed along with proper explanation relating to material departures, if any;
b. that such accounting policies have been selected and applied consistently and the Directors made judgments and estimates that are reasonable and prudent so as to give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Company at the end of the financial year and of the profit and loss of the Company for that period;
c. that proper and sufficient care was taken for the maintenance of adequate accounting records in accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 for safeguarding the assets of the Company and for preventing and detecting fraud and other irregularities;
d. that the Annual Accounts have been prepared on a going concern basis;
e. that proper systems have been devised to ensure compliance with the provisions of all applicable laws and that such systems are adequate and operating effectively.
f. Internal financial controls have been laid down to be followed by the Company and that such internal financial controls are adequate and are operating effectively
25. MEETINGS OF BOARD OF DIRECTORS & BOARD COMMITEES:
i. Board Meetings:
The Board of Directors met 24 (Twenty-Four) times during the financial year ended March 31, 2025 in accordance with the provisions of section 173 the Companies Act, 2013 and read with rule 8A(b) of Companies (Account) Rules, 2014.
The date of Board meetings are as below:
|
Particulars
(Board Meetings 2024-25)
|
Mr. Prateek Sharma
|
Mrs. Suman Sharma
|
Mr. Parth Shah
|
Mr. Bajrang Prajapat2
|
Ms. Swati Dhoot2
|
|
Monday, April 15,2024
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
NA
|
NA
|
|
Wednesday, May 15, 2024
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
NA
|
NA
|
|
Wednesday, June 12, 2024
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
NA
|
NA
|
|
Tuesday, June 25, 2024
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
NA
|
NA
|
|
Monday, July 01, 2024
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
NA
|
NA
|
|
Sunday, July 07, 2024
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
NA
|
NA
|
|
Monday, July 08, 2024
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
NA
|
NA
|
|
Monday, July 22, 2024
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
NA
|
NA
|
|
Tuesday, July 23, 2024
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
NA
|
NA
|
|
Friday, July 26, 2024
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
NA
|
NA
|
|
Saturday, August 03, 2024
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
NA
|
NA
|
|
Tuesday, September 03, 2024
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
NA
|
NA
|
|
Friday, September 06, 2024
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
NA
|
NA
|
|
Thursday, September 19, 2024
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
NA
|
NA
|
|
Thursday, October 03, 2024
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
|
Friday, October 04, 2024
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
|
Tuesday, November 05, 2024
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
|
Thursday, November 07, 2024
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
|
Friday, November 08, 2024
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
|
Wednesday, November 27, 2024
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
|
Monday, December 23, 2024
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
|
Monday, January 20, 2025
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
|
Friday, January 24, 2025
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
|
Saturday, March 01, 2025
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
| |
|
No. of meetings entitled to attend
|
24
|
24
|
24
|
10
|
10
|
|
Attended
|
23
|
23
|
23
|
10
|
10
|
|
Last AGM attended
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
Yes
|
NA
|
NA
|
ii. Audit Committee meetings & Attendance:
The Board has well-qualified Audit Committee, in accordance with the provisions of Section 177 of the Companies Act, 2013 with majority of Independent Directors including Chairperson. They possess sound knowledge on Accounts, Audit, Finance, Taxation, Internal Controls etc. The details of the Composition of the Audit Committee as on March 31, 2025 & their attendance in the respective Committee Meetings are as follows:
The Audit Committee met 6 (six) times during the period under review:
|
October 04, 2024 October 16, 2024 November 27, 2024 December 23, 2024 January 20, 2025 March 01, 2025
|
|
SR.
NO
|
NAME
|
DESIGNATION
|
POSITION IN COMMITTEE
|
Meetings eligible to attend/attended
|
|
1
|
Mr. Bajrang Prajapat
|
Independent Director
|
Chairperson
|
(6/6)
|
|
2
|
Ms. Swati Dhoot
|
Independent Director
|
Member
|
(6/6)
|
|
3
|
Mr. Parth Shah
|
Whole Time Director
|
Member
|
(6/6)
|
|
4
|
Ms. Kiran Goklani
|
Company Secretary and Compliance Officer
|
Secretary
|
NA
|
During the year, there are no instances where the Board has not accepted the recommendations of the Audit Committee.
iii. Nomination & Remuneration Committee Meetings & Attendance:
The Company has duly constituted Nomination & Remuneration Committee, in accordance with the provisions of subsection (1) of Section 178 of the Companies Act, 2013. to align with the requirements prescribed under the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and other applicable statutory laws.
During the Financial Year 2024-25, Two (2) Nomination & Remuneration Committee Meeting was held on October 04, 2024 and March 01, 2025. The details of the Composition of the Nomination & Remuneration Committee as on March 31, 2025 & their attendance in the respective Committee Meetings are as follows:
|
SR.
NO
|
NAME
|
DESIGNATION
|
POSITION IN COMMITTEE
|
Meetings eligible to attend/attended
|
|
1
|
Mr. Bajrang Prajapat
|
Independent Director
|
Chairperson
|
(2/2)
|
|
2
|
Ms. Swati Dhoot
|
Independent Director
|
Member
|
(2/2)
|
|
3
|
Mrs. Suman Sharma
|
Non-Executive Director
|
Member
|
(2/2)
|
|
4
|
Ms. Kiran Goklani
|
Company Secretary and Compliance Officer
|
Secretary
|
NA
|
iv. Corporate Social responsibility (CSR) Committee Meetings & Attendance:
A committee deal with the matters relating to Corporate Social Responsibility is in existence in accordance with the Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013. During the Financial Year 2024-25, 2 (Two) Corporate Social responsibility (CSR) Meetings was/were held
on October 04, 2024 and March 01, 2025.
The details of the Composition of the CSR Committee as on March 31, 2025 & their attendance in the respective Committee Meetings are as follows:
|
SR.
NO
|
NAME
|
DESIGNATION
|
POSITION IN COMMITTEE
|
Meetings eligible to attend/attended
|
|
1
|
Mrs. Suman Sharma
|
Non-Executive Director
|
Chairperson
|
(2/2)
|
|
2
|
Mr. Prateek Sharma
|
Managing Director
|
Member
|
(2/2)
|
|
3
|
Ms. Swati Dhoot
|
Independent Director
|
Member
|
(2/2)
|
|
4
|
Ms. Kiran Goklani
|
Company Secretary and Compliance Officer
|
Secretary
|
NA
|
v. Risk Management Committee Constitution:
During the Financial Year 2024-25, 1 (one) Risk Management Committee Meeting was held on March 01, 2025. The details of the Composition of the Risk Management
Committee as on March 31, 2025 & their attendance in the respective Committee Meetings are as follows.
|
SR.
NO
|
NAME
|
DESIGNATION
|
POSITION IN COMMITTEE
|
Meetings eligible to attend/attended
|
|
1
|
Mrs. Suman Sharma
|
Non-Executive Director
|
Chairperson
|
(1/1)
|
|
2
|
Mr. Prateek Sharma
|
Managing Director
|
Member
|
(1/1)
|
|
3
|
Mr. Parth Shah
|
Whole Time Director
|
Member
|
(1/1)
|
|
4
|
Ms. Kiran Goklani
|
Company Secretary and Compliance Officer
|
Secretary
|
NA
|
vi. Stakeholders Relationship Committee Constitution
During the Financial Year 2024-25, 1(one)
Stake Holders Relationship Committee Meeting was held on March 01, 2025.
The details of the Composition of the
Stakeholders Relationship Committee as on March 31, 2025 & their attendance in the respective Committee Meetings are as follows:
|
SR. NO
|
NAME
|
DESIGNATION
|
POSITION IN COMMITTEE
|
|
1
|
Mr. Bajrang Prajapat
|
Independent Director
|
Chairperson
|
|
2
|
Ms. Swati Dhoot
|
Independent Director
|
Member
|
|
3
|
Mr. Parth Shah
|
Whole Time Director
|
Member
|
|
4
|
Ms. Kiran Goklani
|
Company Secretary and Compliance Officer
|
Secretary
|
vii. Independent Directors Meeting & Attendanc
During the Financial Year 2024-25, One (1) Independent Directors Meeting was held on February 05, 2025. Both the Non-Executive
26. GENERAL MEETING:
The Annual General Meeting of the Company for the financial year 2023-24 was held on September 30, 2024.
The Details of the Extra Ordinary General Meetings held during the year are as under:
|
Sr. No
|
Day & Date
|
Members
present
|
|
01/2024-25
|
Sunday, 30th June 2024
|
(7/7)
|
|
02/2024-25
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Thursday, 25th July 2024
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(7/7)
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03/2024-25
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Friday, August 09, 2024
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(7/7)
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04/2024-25
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Wednesday, October 16, 2024
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(7/7)
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05/2024-25
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Wednesday, November06, 2024
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(7/7)
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06/2024-25
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Saturday, November 09, 2024
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(7/7)
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07/2024-25
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Thursday, January 02, 2025
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(7/7)
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27. CHANGES IN SHARE CAPITAL:
(a) Authorized Share Capital:
i. The authorized share capital was increased from Tl,00,000/- (One Lakh only) divided into 10,000 (Ten Thousand) Equity Shares of T10/- (Rupees Ten only) each to T10,00,00,000/- (Rupees Ten crores only) divided into 1,00,00,000 (One crore) Equity Shares of T10/- (Rupees Ten only) each vide
Independent Directors Ms. Swati Dhoot & Mr. Bajrang Prajapat attended the same virtually.
Shareholders’ Resolution dated 30th day of June, 2024.
ii. The authorized share capital of the Company changed to Rs. 10,00,00,000/-(Rupees Ten Crore Only) divided into 5,00,00,000 (Five Crore) Equity Shares of Rs. 2/- (Rupees Two Only) post Sub-division of the shares approved at the Extra-Ordinary General Meeting held on November 9, 2024 to approve nominal value of T10/- (Rupees Ten Only) each sub-divided into 5 (Five) Equity Shares having nominal value of T2/- (Rupees Two Only) each fully paid-up
iii. The authorized share capital was further increased from T10,00,00,000/- (Ten crores only) divided into 5,00,00,000 (Five Crores) Equity Shares of T2/- (Rupees Two only) each to T12,00,00,000/- (Rupees Twelve crores only) divided into 6,00,00,000 (Six crores) Equity Shares of T2/- (Rupees Two only) each vide Shareholders’ Resolution dated 2nd day of January, 2025.
(b) Issued, Subscribed & Paid up Share Capital:
The current Paid-up Equity share capital of the Company is T8,17,83,510/- (Rupees Eight Crores Seventeen Lakhs Eighty-Three Thousand Five Hundred and Ten Only) divided into 4,08,91,755 (Four Crores Eight Lakhs Ninety-One Thousand Seven hundred and Fifty-Five) Fully paid Equity shares of T2/- (Rupees Two Only) each. Details of the changes in the Issued, subscribed and Paid- up Capital of the Company is as below:
|
Date of Allotment
|
No. of Equity
Shares
allotted
|
Face
Value
(?)
|
Issue
Price
(?)
|
Nature of Consideration
|
Nature of Allotment
|
Name of Allottees
|
No. of
Shares
Allotted
|
|
22-07-2024
|
1,997
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10/-
|
10/-
|
Cash
|
Rights
Issue
|
Mr. Parth Shah
|
1,847
|
|
Mr. Dipak Shah
|
75
|
|
Ms. Surabhi Puri
|
75
|
|
26-07-2024
|
47,98,800
|
0
|
0
|
NA
|
Bonus
Issue*
|
Mr. Prateek Sharma
|
34,39,200
|
|
Mrs. Suman Sharma
|
4,00,000
|
|
Mr. Parth Shah
|
8,96,400
|
|
Mr. Dipak Kumar Shah
|
30,800
|
|
Ms. Surabhi Puri
|
30,800
|
|
Mr. Ramgopal Sharma
|
800
|
|
Ms. Pooja Sharma
|
800
|
|
07-11-2024
|
33,67,554
|
10/-
|
10/-
|
NA
|
Bonus
Issue**
|
Mr. Prateek Sharma
|
24,13,458
|
|
Mrs. Suman Sharma
|
2,80,700
|
|
Mr. Parth Shah
|
6,29,048
|
|
Mr. Dipak Kumar Shah
|
21,613
|
|
Ms. Surabhi Puri
|
21,613
|
|
Mr. Ramgopal Sharma
|
561
|
|
Ms. Pooja Sharma
|
561
|
|
08-11-2024
|
4,08,91,755
|
2/-
|
NA
|
NA
|
Split ***
|
Mr. Prateek Sharma
|
2,93,06,280
|
|
Mrs. Suman Sharma
|
34,08,500
|
|
Mr. Parth Shah
|
76,38,445
|
|
Mr. Dipak Kumar Shah
|
2,62,450
|
|
Ms. Surabhi Puri
|
2,62,450
|
|
Mr. Ramgopal Sharma
|
6,815
|
|
Ms. Pooja Sharma
|
6,815
|
* The Board of Directors vide Board Resolution on July 26, 2024, allotted 47,98,800 Equity Shares via Bonus Issue in the ratio of 400:1.
** The Board of Directors vide Board Resolution on November 7, 2024, allotted 33,67,554 Equity Shares via Bonus Issue in the ratio of 7:10.
*** The Company has split the shares vide passing Resolution at Extra-Ordinary General Meeting held on November 9, 2024 to approve nominal value of ?10/- (Rupees Ten Only) each sub-divided into 5 (Five) Equity Shares having nominal value of ?2/- (Rupees Two Only) each fully paid-up. Also, Mr. Prateek Sharma gifted 374 (Three Hundred Seventy-Four) Equity shares to Mr. Parth Shah on July 07, 2024.
Please note that as on the date of this report, the company is a listed entity post completion of the IPO process and hence, all changes in the issued, subscribed and paid-up capital have been reported to the exchange in separate disclosures and updated on the website of the company and the Stock exchange.
(c) Buy Back of Securities:
During the year under review, the Company has not bought back any of its securities.
(d) Sweat Equity:
During the year under review, the Company has not issued any Sweat Equity Shares.
(e) Bonus Shares :
During the year under review, the Company has issued Bonus Shares detailed as under:
1. The Board of Directors vide Board Resolution on July 26, 2024, allotted 47,98,800 Equity Shares via Bonus Issue in the ratio of 400:1.
2. The Board of Directors vide Board Resolution on November 7, 2024, allotted 33,67,554 Equity Shares via Bonus Issue in the ratio of 7:10.
(f) Stock Option Plan:
During the year under review, the Company has not provided any Stock Option Scheme to the employees.
28. APPOINTMENT OF REGISTRAR AND SHARE TRANSFER AGENT OF THE COMPANY AND OBTAINING INTERNATIONAL SECURITIES IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (ISIN):
The Board in its meeting held on 12/06/2024 has approved the appointment of M/s Purva Sharegistry India Pvt. Ltd with Registration No. INR000001112 to act as the Registrar and Share Transfer Agent of the Company and the Company has entered into Tripartite agreements with CDSL and NSDL.
29. PARTICULARS OF CONTRACTS OR ARRANGEMENTS WITH RELATED PARTIES:
During the Financial Year 2024-25, your Company has entered into transactions with related parties as defined under Section 188 read with Section 2(76) of the Companies Act, 2013 and rules made thereunder, which were in the ordinary course of business and on an arm’s length basis. Further, the relevant disclosures are also provided in the Notes to the Financial Statements forming part of this Annual Report and also appended as Annexure - D to this report.
Further, there are no material significant related party transactions made by the company with Promoters, Key Managerial Personnel or other designated persons which may have potential conflict of interest with the company at large.
30. WEB LINK OF ANNUAL RETURN:
As required by amended Section 134(3)(a) and read with rule 8A(a) of Companies (Account) Rules, 2014, the annual return referred to in sub¬ section (3) of section 92 is available on Company’s website viz. https://studiolsd.in/investors.html.
31. AUDITORS:
1. STATUTORY AUDITORS:
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 139 of the Companies Act, 2013 and rules made there under, M/s. GMJ & Co., Chartered Accountants (having firm Registration No. 103429W), had been appointed as Statutory Auditors of the Company, in the Annual General Meeting held on September 30, 2022, for a term of five years i.e. for the Financial Year 2022-2023 to 2026-2027 to hold office up to the conclusion of Annual General Meeting to be held in financial year 2027.
There are no qualifications, reservations or adverse remarks made by Statutory Auditors in the Auditor’s report. The Statutory Auditors have not reported any incident of fraud
to the Audit Committee of the Company under subsection (12) of section 143 of the Companies Act, 2013, during the year under review. The notes on accounts referred to the Auditors’ Report are self-explanatory and therefore, do not call for any further explanation.
2. INTERNAL AUDITORS:
The Company has in place an adequate internal audit framework to monitor the efficacy of internal controls with the objective of providing to the Audit Committee and the Board of Directors, an independent, objective and reasonable assurance on the adequacy and effectiveness of the organisation’s risk management, control and governance processes. Based on the recommendations of Audit Committee, the Board of Directors appointed M/s. Jain Gehlot and Associates, (Firm Registration No. 033554C), Chartered Accountants, as Internal Auditors of the Company for financial year 2025-26.
3. SECRETERIAL AUDITORS:
As per Section 204 of the Companies Act, 2013, and the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules 2014, the provisions of Secretarial Audit has become applicable post Listing of the Company and hence, it is proposed in the ensuing Annual General Meeting to appoint Mr. Ainesh Jethwa of M/s. Ainesh Jethwa & Associates to conduct the Secretarial Audit of your Company for the financial year 2025-26.
4. COST AUDITORS:
Appointment of cost auditors is not applicable to company.
12. MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION & ANALYSIS REPORTS:
A detailed report on Management Discussion and Analysis (MDA) Report is included in this Report as Annexure - E.
S3. EXPLANATION OR COMMENTS ON QUALIFICATIONS, RESERVATIONS OR ADVERSE REMARKS OR DISCLAIMERS MADE BY THE AUDITORS IN THEIR REPORTS:
There are no audit qualifications, reservations, adverse remarks or reporting of fraud in the Statutory Auditors Report given by M/s. GMJ & Co., Chartered Accountants (Firm Registration No. 103429W) Statutory Auditors of the Company for the financial year 2024-25.
Further the notes on accounts are self-explanatory and therefore do not call for any further explanation.
The Auditors’ Report is enclosed with the Financial Statements in this Annual Report.
34. DETAILS IN RESPECT OF FRAUDS REPORTED BY AUDITORS UNDER SECTION 143 (12) OTHER THAT THOSE WHICH ARE REPORTABLE TO CENTRAL GOVERNMENTS:
There were no instances of frauds reported by auditors under sub-section (12) of section 143 and/ or section section 134(3) (ca) during the financial year ended 31st March, 2025.
35. NON-APPLICABILITY OF THE INDIAN ACCOUNTING STANDARDS:
As per provision to regulation Rule 4(1) of the companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Rules, 2015 notified vide Notification No. G.S.R 111 (E) on 16th February, 2015, Companies whose shares are listed on NSE EMERGE as referred to in Chapter XB of SEBI (Issue of Capital and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2009, are exempted from the compulsory requirements of adoption of IND-AS w.e.f. 1st April, 2017.
36. MANAGERIAL REMUNERATION:
During the period under review, the company has provided the remuneration to its Directors, details of which are appended below:
|
S.NO
|
NAME
|
DESIGNATION
|
REMUNERATION AMOUNT IN LACS
|
|
1
|
Prateek Sharma
|
Managing Director
|
73.503
|
|
2
|
Parth Shah
|
Whole Time Director
|
36.00
|
| |
Total
|
|
109.50
|
*MD’s salary is inclusive of the remuneration paid to him in his professional capacity as a Show Producer and Runner.
37. DETAILS OF POLICY DEVELOPED AND IMPLEMENTED BY THE COMPANY ON ITS CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY INITIATIVES:
The brief outline of the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Policy of the Company, the initiatives undertaken by the Company on CSR activities during the year are set out in "Annexure F” of this report in the format prescribed in the
Companies (Corporate Social Responsibility Policy) Rules, 2014.
The policy is available on the website of the Company.
38. PARTICULARS OF CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION AND FOREIGN EXCHANGE EARNINGS AND OUTGO:)
A) Conservation of energy:
The Company is principally engaged in the business of Media Production house creating content for television and other audio-visual modes. As such, electricity consumption is not significant.
Your Company is taking measures to improve overall energy efficiency by installing power efficient equipment. Several environment friendly measures have been adopted by your Company such as:
• Creating environmental awareness by way of distributing relevant information in electronic form, encouraging conservation of energy and natural resources.
B) Technology absorption:
As per the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) notification, proviso to Rule 3(1) of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014, for the financial year commencing April 01, 2023, every company which uses accounting software for maintaining its books of accounts, shall use only such accounting software which has a feature of recording audit trail of each and every transaction, creating an edit log of each change made in the books of account along with the date when such changes were made and ensuring
that the audit trail cannot be disabled. The Company uses an accounting software for maintaining its books of account which has a feature of recording audit trail (edit log) facility.
C) Foreign Exchange Earnings and Outgo:
The Particulars of Foreign Exchange and Outgo for the financial year under review are as follows:
|
Particulars
|
Amount in Rs.
|
|
Foreign exchange earning
|
Nil
|
|
Foreign exchange Outgo
|
Nil
|
39. COMPLIANCE WITH SECRETARIAL STANDARDS:
The Company complies with all applicable secretarial standards issued by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India.
40. GREEN INITIATIVE:
In compliance with Regulation 36 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 Notice of the AGM along with the Annual Report 2024-25 is being sent only through electronic mode to those Members whose email addresses are registered with the Company/ Depositories. Members may note that the Notice and Annual Report 2024-25 will also be available on the Company’s website.
41. RISK MANAGEMENT:
The Company has established procedures to keep the Board informed about risk assessment and minimization measures. The Board has also formulated a Risk Management Policy to ensure that both the Board and its Risk Management Committee effectively identify and address risks affecting the Company’s business. This policy outlines a structured approach to risk identification, minimization, and optimization, forming a key part of the Company’s risk management strategy.
The Company faces various risks, including regulatory risks, credit risk, foreign exchange and interest rate fluctuations, competitive pressures, business risks, technology obsolescence, investment risks, talent retention challenges, and expansion-related risks. Business risk, in particular, encompasses financial, political, and legal risks, among others.
The Board regularly reviews risk trends, exposure levels, and potential impacts, implementing mitigation plans when necessary. The Risk Management Policy is available on the Company’s website for reference.
42. VIGIL MECHANISM:
The Company has established a vigil mechanism, through a Whistle Blower Policy, where Directors and employees can voice their genuine concerns or grievances about any unethical or unacceptable business practice. A whistle¬ blowing mechanism not only helps the Company in detection of fraud, but is also used as a corporate governance tool leading to prevention and deterrence of misconduct. It provides direct access to the employees of the Company to approach the Compliance Officer or the Chairman of the Audit Committee, where necessary. The Company ensures that genuine Whistle Blowers are accorded complete protection from any kind of unfair treatment or victimization. The Whistle Blower Policy is disclosed on the website of the Company.
43. IBC CODE & ONE-TIME SETTLEMENT:
There is no proceeding pending against the Company under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 (IBC Code). There has not been any instance of one-time settlement of the Company with any bank or financial institution.
44. DISCLOSURES UNDER SEXUAL HARASSMENT OF WOMEN AT WORKPLACE (PREVENTION, PROHIBITION & REDRESSAL) ACT, 2013:
The Company is committed to providing a safe and conducive work environment for all its employees. In compliance with the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013, the Company has constituted an Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) to address workplace harassment issues.
Your Directors further state that during the year under review, 0 (zero) complaints were filed under the provisions of the said Act.
45. BUSINESS RESPONSIBILITY AND SUSTAINABILITY REPORT:
Your Company has complied with all applicable provisions of the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961, ensuring the rights and welfare of its female employees during maternity. The Company remains committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace in accordance with statutory requirements.
46. FAMILIARIZATION PROGRAMS OF INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS:
Pursuant to Regulation 34 of the SEBI Listing Regulations, top one thousand listed entities based on market capitalization shall provide
Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report. The Company is outside the purview of top one thousand listed entities. In view of this Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report is not applicable.
47. CODE OF CONDUCT FOR PROHIBITION OF INSIDER TRADING:
Your Company has established well defined familiarization and induction program. Further, at the time of the appointment of an Independent Director, the Company issues a Letter of appointment outlining his / her role, function, duties and responsibilities.
48. MAINTENANCE OF COST RECORDS:
Your Company has in place a Code of Conduct for Prohibition of Insider, which lays down the process for trading in securities of the Company by the Designated Persons and to regulate, monitor and report trading by the employees of the Company either on his/her own behalf or on behalf of any other person, on the basis of Unpublished Price Sensitive Information. The aforementioned Code, as amended adopted by the Board in its meeting held on October 04, 2024, is available on the website of the Company.
49. MAINTENANCE OF COST RECORDS:
Maintenance of cost records as specified by the Central Government under sub-section (1) of section 148 of the Companies Act, 2013, is not applicable and not required by the Company.
50. UNCLAIMED DIVIDEND AND UNCLAIMED SHARES:
As on March 31, 2025 there is no unpaid/ unclaimed Dividend and the shares to be transferred to the Investor Education & Protection Fund.
51. DISCLOSURE AS REQUIRED UNDER CLAUSE 5A TO PARA A OF PART A OF SCHEDULE III OF SEBI (LISTING OBLIGATIONS AND DISCLOSURE REQUIREMENTS) REGULATIONS, 2015:
Neither the Company nor its shareholders, promoters, promoter group entities, related
parties, directors, key managerial personnel, or employees—whether of the listed entity itself or its holding, subsidiary, or associate company— have entered into any agreements, either among themselves or with a third party, that directly, indirectly, or potentially impact the management or control of the Company. Additionally, no such agreements impose restrictions or liabilities on the Company.
52. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:
Your Directors place on record their sincere appreciation and gratitude to the Company’s bankers, business associates, consultants, and various Government authorities for their continued support and guidance extended to the Company’s operations during the year under review. The Board also expresses its deep sense of appreciation to all employees at every level for their dedicated efforts, commitment, and valuable contribution, which have been integral to the Company’s performance.
FOR AND ON BEHALF OF STUDIO LSD LIMITED
(formerly known as Studio LSD Pvt. Ltd)
PRATEEK SHARMA
MANAGING DIRECTOR (DIN: 07718689)
PARTH SHAH
WHOLE TIME DIRECTOR (DIN:07990904)
REGISTERED OFFICE:
Unit No. 302,301, 3rd Floor, Laxmi Mall,
Laxmi Industrial Estate,
New Link Road, Andheri West, Andheri,
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, 400053.
Date: September 4, 2025 Place: Mumbai.
1
Your Company does not have holding Company within the meaning of section 2(46) of the Companies Act, 2013.
• Your Company does not have Subsidiary Company within the meaning of section 2(87) of the Companies Act, 2013
• Your Company does not have Associate Company within the meaning of section 2(6) of the Companies Act, 2013
2
The number of meetings eligible and attended by the Independent Directors shall be read subsequent to their appointment with effect from October 3, 2024.
3
Minimising usage of air-conditioning;
• Shutting off the lights when not in use;
• Minimising the usage of papers and maximum usage of e-prints or e-folders for data archives;
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