Entertainment

Overview

Media & Entertainment Unleashed: Redefining India’s Digital Storytelling – this two-day track delves into how OTTs are reshaping the entertainment landscape—from live streaming unlocking new revenue streams to bite-sized content redefining viewer habits and regional platforms carving a niche on the global stage. Explore the rise of stand-up comedy thriving on digital platforms and the innovative collaborations driving the industry forward. Engage with visionaries shaping the future of entertainment and uncover the limitless possibilities of this dynamic era.

Track Speakers

star india digital summit 2025

Agenda

Entertainment
16 January 2025 | 10:30 Hrs. - 11:00 Hrs.
Entertainment
The Future of Public Broadcasting: Reimagining Content and Delivery for a Digital-First Generation

hall IAMAI 2025Session Hall

Pullman - Peacock2

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Fireside Chat

moderator IAMAI 2025Moderator

Mr. Siddharth Zarabi

Editor, Business Today

moderator IAMAI 2025 Speaker

Shri Gaurav Dwivedi

Chief Executive Officer, Prasar Bharati

Entertainment
16 January 2025 | 11:10 Hrs. - 11:40 Hrs.
Business | Entertainment
5 Business Lessons From India’s Audio Streaming Industry

hall IAMAI 2025Session Hall

Pullman - Peacock2

format IAMAI 2025Session Format

Fireside Chat

moderator IAMAI 2025Moderator

Ms. Vasundhara Mudgil

Head of PR & Communications - India, Spotify

moderator IAMAI 2025 Speaker

Mr. Amarjit Singh Batra

GM - SAMEA and MD - India, Spotify

Entertainment
16 January 2025 | 11:50 Hrs. - 12:20 Hrs.
Technology | Entertainment
Access, Experiences and Content Innovation: Steering the Next Chapter of Entertainment in India

hall IAMAI 2025Session Hall

Pullman - Peacock2

format IAMAI 2025Session Format

Fireside Chat

moderator IAMAI 2025Moderator

Mr. Ashish Pherwani

Partner, Media & Entertainment, EY

moderator IAMAI 2025 Speaker

Mr. Kiran Mani

CEO - Digital, JioStar

Entertainment
16 January 2025 | 12:30 Hrs. - 13:10 Hrs.
Business | Entertainment
The Power of Regional Content in India’s Streaming Wars

hall IAMAI 2025Session Hall

Pullman - Peacock2

format IAMAI 2025Session Format

Panel Discussion

moderator IAMAI 2025Moderator

Mr. Sathyajith Divakaran

Sr. General Manager - Digital, MMTV

moderator IAMAI 2025 Speakers

Mr. Ajit Thakur

Co-founder & Director, Aha

Mr. Vinay Singhal

Chief Executive Officer, STAGE Technologies

Mr. Soumya Mukherjee

Cheif Operating Officer, Hoichoi

Entertainment
16 January 2025 | 14:00 Hrs. - 14:30 Hrs.
Entertainment
Music, Movies and More: How Digital Shapes Modern Versatility

hall IAMAI 2025Session Hall

Pullman - Peacock2

format IAMAI 2025Session Format

Fireside Chat

moderator IAMAI 2025Moderator

Ms. Shaili Chopra

Founder, SheThePeople & Gytree

moderator IAMAI 2025 Speaker

Mr. Aparshakti Khurana

Artist & Bollywood Actor

Entertainment
16 January 2025 | 14:45 Hrs. - 15:25 Hrs.
Business | Entertainment
Amplifying Voices: How India’s Streaming Platforms are Shaping the Future of Entertainment

hall IAMAI 2025Session Hall

Pullman - Peacock2

format IAMAI 2025Session Format

Panel Discussion

moderator IAMAI 2025Moderator

Ms. Archita Kashyap

Writer & Communication Strategist, SP Lohia Foundation

moderator IAMAI 2025 Speakers

Mr. Aloke Majumder

VP of Technology, Hoichoi

Shri Saurabh Srivastava

COO - Digital Business, Shemaroo Entertainment

Ms. Sonal Kabi

Director & Head of Marketing, Amazon Prime Video, India

Entertainment
17 January 2025 | 10:45 Hrs. - 11:25 Hrs.
Business | Entertainment
Localizing Production: Strategies for Creating Authentic Content for Connected Bharat

hall IAMAI 2025Session Hall

Pullman - Peacock2

format IAMAI 2025Session Format

Panel Discussion

moderator IAMAI 2025Moderator

Mr. Amit Doshi

Head - IVM Podcast, Pratilipi

moderator IAMAI 2025 Speakers

Ms. Asha Kulkarni

VP - Partnerships & Ecosystem, ZEE

Mr. Radhakrishnan Ramachandran

Founder & CEO, Pepper Media and iStream

Mr. Sanjeev Mulchandani

Executive Vice President & Business Head , Associated Broadcasting Co. (TV9)

Entertainment
17 January 2025 | 11:40 Hrs. - 12:10 Hrs.
Entertainment
Bre𝒶king Stereotypes: Redefining the Modern Male Lead

hall IAMAI 2025Session Hall

Pullman - Peacock2

format IAMAI 2025Session Format

Fireside Chat

moderator IAMAI 2025Moderator

Ms. Monika Rawal

Independent Consultant & Film Critic

moderator IAMAI 2025 Speaker

Mr. Tahir Raj Bhasin

Actor

Entertainment
17 January 2025 | 12:25 Hrs. - 12:55 Hrs.
Business | Entertainment
The Evolution of Content Partnerships: From Production Houses to Digital Collaborations

hall IAMAI 2025Session Hall

Pullman - Peacock2

format IAMAI 2025Session Format

Fireside Chat

moderator IAMAI 2025Moderator

Mr. Uday Pratap Singh

Editor & Anchor, News X

moderator IAMAI 2025 Speaker

Mr. Rahul Mittra

Filmmaker-Actor & Branding Specialist, Rahul Mittra Films

Entertainment
17 January 2025 | 14:05 Hrs. - 14:35 Hrs.
Entertainment
Film Making in the Digital Era

hall IAMAI 2025Session Hall

Pullman - Peacock2

format IAMAI 2025Session Format

Fireside Chat

moderator IAMAI 2025Moderator

Ms. Shubra Gupta

Film Critic, The Indian Express

moderator IAMAI 2025 Speaker

Mr. Adil Hussain

Artist & Actor

Entertainment
17 January 2025 | 14:50 Hrs. - 15:30 Hrs.
Technology | Entertainment
Impact of Mobile-First Content on India's Digital Landscape

hall IAMAI 2025Session Hall

Pullman - Peacock2

format IAMAI 2025Session Format

Panel Discussion

moderator IAMAI 2025Moderator

Ms. Niyati Merchant

Co-founder & COO, Arre

moderator IAMAI 2025 Speakers

Mr. Gautam Raj Anand

Founder, Hubhopper

Mr. Kunj Sanghvi

Vice President - Content, KuKu FM

Mr. Siddharth Warrier

Content Creator

Entertainment
17 January 2025 | 15:40 Hrs. - 16:10 Hrs.
Technology | Entertainment
'Play' to 'Play': Tech powering the Modern Sports Revolution

hall IAMAI 2025Session Hall

Pullman - Peacock2

format IAMAI 2025Session Format

Fireside Chat

moderator IAMAI 2025Moderator

Mr. Ocean Sharma

Esports, Sports Commentator, Youtuber& Content Creator

moderator IAMAI 2025 Speaker

Mr. Sanjog Gupta

CEO - Sports, JioStar