Gaurav Banerjee, MD & CEO of Sony Pictures Networks India (SPNI), has been appointed Chairman of BARC India, succeeding Shashi Sinha. With over 20 years in the media industry, Banerjee is known for combining creative vision with strategic leadership.
At SPNI, he leads strategy and operations, and also sits on the boards of MSM-Worldwide Factual Media and Bangla Entertainment. Previously, he played a key role at Disney+ Hotstar and Star India, where he drove content growth, launched top-rated channels, and expanded regional offerings. His appointment signals a continued push for innovation and data excellence at BARC.