The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) has announced the appointment of Kevin Vaz, CEO – broadcast entertainment, Viacom18 as the chairman of FICCI media and entertainment committee.
With nearly three decades of experience in the media and entertainment industry, Vaz will oversee the media company’s broadcast business, film studio, merchandising business, live entertainment and regional entertainment on Viacom18’s digital (OTT) platform.
Talking about the appointment, Leena Jaisani, deputy secretary general, FICCI, said, “FICCI, as the apex industry association, has consistently led the charge in fostering collaborations with diverse stakeholders within the realms of Indian commerce and government. In navigating the complexities of this dynamic landscape, FICCI remains steadfast in its commitment to driving meaningful policy discussions and facilitating their effective adoption, thereby shaping a vibrant and progressive future for the media and entertainment sector in India.”
Moreover, FICCI media and entertainment committee has been the principal force behind major policy changes and working towards fostering growth, advocating for favourable policies and promoting the overall development of the sector and its allied ecosystems.
The committee has been chaired by Yash Chopra, Karan Johar, Uday Shankar, Sanjay Gupta and Jyoti Deshpande in the past.
“The Indian media and entertainment industry is at an interesting tipping point in time. While the interplay of technology, content and consumer behaviour is reshaping the very definition of the sector, in India there is a clear headroom for growth across categories and a confluence of interests between multiple players in the ecosystem. I feel honoured to be given the responsibility to lead this committee and look forward to interacting with stakeholders across the board to further our sector’s footprint,” Vaz added.
Vaz along with the media and entertainment committee will be engaging with the industry at FICCI FRAMES 2024 scheduled from March 5 to March 7, 2024 in Mumbai.