Sudhir started his career in 1993 with News programming. He headed Live News from Moscow and then moved to Zee News, Delhi as a Senior News Correspondent and was an integral part of the Editorial team. He directed & scripted top current affairs shows Janta Ki Adalat & Awaaz for Star Plus. He also helmed the setting up of the News organisation Independent Media Pvt. Ltd., Delhi (now India TV )in 1997. In 1999 he founded Sunshine Productions and since then has spearheaded the creation of clutter-breaking content for TV and Web. He created landmark series such as Miley Jab Hum Tum – Star One, 12/24 Karol Bagh – Zee, Neerja and Na Bole Tum Na Maine Kuch Kaha – Colors, The Buddy Project – Channel V, Paanch – Channel V, Ziddi Dil Maane Na – on Colors, Sony SAB, Jamnapar and Yeh Meri Family on Amazon Mini, AdhaFull – BBC, Only For Singles – Web Series on MX Player, Salt City – Web Series Applause Sony Liv amongst others. Sudhir has also had the privilege of being on the Jury of the International EMMY Awards.Armed with a two-year acting & direction course under international theatre doyen, Ebrahim Alkazi, Sudhir has been a part of over a dozen major theatre productions in Delhi. When not creating content, Sudhir heads out to jungles, outdoors and streets armed with his DSLR camera. As a photographer, he has successfully exhibited his work at prestigious exhibitions.

Gaurav is the Chief Revenue Officer of Times Network, based in Mumbai. With over 25 years of experience he leads Inventory Sales, Branded Content, Digital and IP’s for Times Network.

Gaurav is an avid golfer and a table tennis enthusiast who spends most of his weekend chasing his 7 year old daughter from one play date to another.

I have enjoyed my journey making a difference in the organizations that I worked at be it a powerful federation like the CII to a dominant media house – The Times group or a financial powerhouse J.P. Morgan to the immensely respected CNBC TV18 and later to the bigger Network 18 to Nodwin Gaming and now to NPCI. Thriving in a creative and challenging environment, where controlled thinking is not as much the norm as a ground-breaking thought process.

Chief Executive Officer, South Asia, dentsu

Harsha Razdan is a seasoned leader with over 25 years of experience across various industries. Before joining dentsu, he served as a Senior Partner at KPMG, overseeing Clients & Markets, Consumer Markets, Life Sciences, and Internet Business. Harsha was a valuable member of the Advisory Leadership at KPMG India and the Global Consumer & Retail leadership teams.

With a robust career in large global FMCG organizations such as PepsiCo and Unilever, as well as consulting practices such as Accenture, Harsha has consistently delivered growth and excellence for his clients. He brings extensive industry experience in Sales, Marketing, and Brand Management and was a lead member of the Consumer Goods practice at Accenture Europe and APAC for 11 years.

His expertise spans the full range of business transformation, from digital value assessment and customer experience to brand management and operational excellence. He has led pan-geography digital transformation programs for multinational corporations and successfully helped promoter-led enterprises transition to professionally run setups.

Harsha is a champion of people-led and purpose-driven leadership, with a focus on sustainable and profitable business growth. He is committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and aims to design work that has Social Impact, is Purpose-driven, and Value-led. He emphasizes the need to embrace Modern Creativity with a local flavor but global impact and has a keen eye for detail and innovation.
Harsha is also an active member of several industry bodies such as FICCI FMCG, CII Ecom, TiE, and AMCHAM India.

Manav Gohil is a versatile and talented Indian actor known for his work in television, theater, and films. He has made a significant mark in the entertainment industry with his impressive performances and charming personality.

Manav began his career in the late 1990s and gained popularity through various TV shows. He showcased his acting prowess in serials like “Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii,” “Kkusum,” and “Dil Se Diya Vachan,” where his roles were appreciated for their depth and authenticity.
His journey in the entertainment industry expanded beyond television, leading him to explore diverse roles in theater and movies. Manav’s theater credits include notable performances in plays like “Kennedy Bridge” and “Sir Sir Sarla,” where he exhibited his versatility as an actor.

In the realm of cinema, Manav has appeared in films such as “Baa Bahoo Aur Baby,” “London, Paris, New York,” and “The Good Road,” showcasing his ability to portray a wide range of characters with finesse and conviction.

Apart from his acting talent, Manav Gohil is known for his grounded nature, humility, and dedication to his craft. He has earned a loyal fan base due to his down-to-earth personality and approachability. Off-screen, Manav is recognized for his advocacy of various social causes and has been involved in philanthropic activities, using his platform to create awareness and support for important issues.

With his captivating performances and commitment to his craft, Manav Gohil continues to be a respected figure in the Indian entertainment industry, leaving a lasting impact on audiences and peers alike.

Mr. Sandeep Gupta is the Chief Operating Officer – Broadcasting Business at Shemaroo Entertainment Limited. With his rich experience, Sandeep has built a broad-based career as a veteran in media and entertainment and the finance field. He is an industry stalwart who has not only launched many broadcast businesses but has also been the driving force behind their success.

Over the past 4 years, Sandeep has played a pivotal role in Shemaroo’s entry into the television segment. He led the organization in its quest to reach greater heights with the launch of three Hindi channels- Shemaroo TV, Shemaroo Umang and Chumbak TV, along with the Marathi channel Shemaroo MarathiBana.

Inherently an out-of-the-box thinker, Sandeep has helped revisit Shemaroo’s strategy in line with evolving business needs and challenges, as well as ensured financial controllership and governance. He has led the way in forming strategic alliances with channel partners (MSOs and DTHs), leading to digitized operations and improved cost and process efficiencies. He gregariously inducts his fellow employees and staff to refinement and excellence, progressively looking forward to the company’s betterment and a golden future.

Prior to joining Shemaroo Entertainment, his longest stint was with B4U Television Network India Limited as India CFO & COO of the Broadcasting Business. He subtly revolutionized the workings of the company while managing the daily processes. During his time there, he played a significant role in scaling up and turning around the business with improved market credibility and brand image, along with launching television channels for the network. By extrapolating the trends of social media onto the workings of the box, he ingeniously incorporated the modern wave of design and flow into our daily screen time. He started his career in the accounting and auditing sector where he was the Audit Manager at K.M. Gupta & Co. Post that he founded the Chartered Accountancy firm Sandeep Purvy and Associates.

Sandeep has completed his FCA Finance from The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India. Furthermore, he is also CISA certified from ISACA, USA.