Sony Pictures Networks India appoints Gaurav Banerjee as MD & CEO
Sony Pictures Networks India (SPNI) has appointed Gaurav Banerjee as the new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective on or before August 26, 2024, pending regulatory approvals.
Banerjee, who is currently the head of content for Hindi entertainment and Disney+ Hotstar at Star India, will succeed NP Singh, who has led SPNI for the last 10 years as MD and CEO.
«I am deeply honoured to take on the role of MD and CEO at SPNI. Under N.P. Singh's remarkable leadership, SPNI has achieved tremendous success and innovation in the entertainment industry. I am excited to lead talented teams as we explore new frontiers in original programming, enhance our viewers' experiences, drive our distribution footprint across India, and significantly boost our revenues. Together, we will set new benchmarks in entertainment and deliver exceptional value to our audiences and stakeholders,» said Banerjee.
Singh, who with this appointment will move into the role of non-executive chairman to support this transition through the end of the fiscal year, reflecting on the transition, remarked, «I am immensely proud of the success and innovation SPNI has achieved. I am confident that Gaurav will elevate SPNI's impressive portfolio to new heights. His visionary approach will undoubtedly continue our legacy of excellence and creativity. I look forward to supporting him and our talented team as we further our impact in content creation, audience engagement, and digital media initiatives. And most importantly, I would like to
