Telling the world

Uday Shankar, CEO of Star India, began the discussion by talking about how inconsistent policies and arbitrary curbs on freedom of speech and expression are the two major challenges that have stifled innovation in India’s media and entertainment sector. “A web of processes, regulations and norms have stalled India’s economic growth and the future of the country hinges on our ability to embrace new ideas. No renewal can happen, either in our economy or in our industry, if we are not brazenly open

Campaign India caught up with Kevin Vaz, head, English business, Star India, to find out the thinking behind the launch, the differentiation, content Premiere will air, revenue model and growth of the genre in India.

Tata Sky, the leading Direct-to-home service provider in the country, today announced the addition of the much awaited Star World Premiere HD to its channel offerings.