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Sumanta Bose assumes expanded role as Business Head for Star Plus & Star Utsav

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Sumanta Bose assumes an expanded role as Business Head for Star Plus and Star Utsav as Kevin Vaz steps down. Bose will lead the content for Disney+ Hotstar Hindi specials, and more.

Disney Star has announced the expanded role of Sumanta Bose, who has been appointed as the Business Head for Star Plus and Star Utsav. Sumanta Bose has also been entrusted with the responsibility of leading the content for Disney+ Hotstar Hindi specials, further enhancing Disney Star's position in the Indian entertainment industry. This strategic move comes as Kevin Vaz, former head of network entertainment channels, decides to pursue an exciting opportunity outside Disney Star.

With a decade-long career in the entertainment industry, Sumanta Bose is well-prepared to lead Star Plus and Star Utsav into an era defined by growth and innovation.

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Reporting directly to Gaurav Banerjee, Head of TV and Disney+Hotstar Content Studio, Sumanta Bose will leverage his expertise to propel the success of Star Plus and Star Utsav. Additionally, he will assume the responsibility of leading content development for Star Plus, Star Jalsha, and Disney+Hotstar Hindi Specials, further solidifying Disney+Hotstar's position in the Indian entertainment industry.

In his new role, Sumanta Bose will play a role in shaping the content strategy, driving innovation, and fostering creative excellence across Star Plus, Star Utsav, Star Jalsha, and Disney+Hotstar Hindi Specials. His leadership skills, combined with his experience in the industry, will enable him to navigate the evolving media landscape and deliver content that resonates with audiences.

Sumanta Bose will report directly to Gaurav Banerjee, while also maintaining an additional line of reporting to Sajith Sivanandan, Head of Disney+ Hotstar; furthermore report to K Madhavan, the Country Manager & President for Disney Star in India. This collaborative reporting structure will foster synergy across platforms and ensure seamless integration of content offerings.

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