ArdorComm Media News Network
June 30, 2026
The Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI) has announced the appointment of Ishan Chatterjee, CEO of JioStar Sports, as the new Chairman of its Digital Entertainment Committee (DEC), succeeding Kiran Mani.
Kiran Mani, who recently stepped down from his role as CEO – Digital at JioStar, is preparing to join OpenAI as Managing Director for Asia Pacific. Before stepping down, Mani had been leading IAMAI’s Digital Entertainment Committee and played a key role in shaping discussions around India’s growing digital media ecosystem.
Commenting on his appointment, Ishan Chatterjee said India’s digital entertainment sector is entering a period of rapid expansion, driven by the intersection of technology, evolving consumer habits, and creative innovation. He highlighted the importance of stronger collaboration between content platforms, creators, brands, and policymakers to accelerate innovation, build consumer trust, and effectively leverage emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence.
He emphasized that consumers remain central to this transformation, continuously influencing how entertainment is created, distributed, and consumed. Chatterjee added that he looks forward to working closely with the industry to drive the next phase of growth and strengthen India’s position as a global leader in digital entertainment.
Meanwhile, Deepit Purkayastha, co-founder and CEO of Inshorts, will continue serving as co-chair of the committee.
IAMAI stated that its Digital Entertainment Committee plays a critical role in bringing together industry stakeholders to discuss policy, regulatory, and business issues impacting India’s streaming and digital media sector, while also promoting innovation and long-term industry development.
Source: Economic Times