Arré Studio appoints Namit Sharma as CEO

Arré has announced the appointment of Namit Sharma as CEO of its studio business. 

With a career spanning over 25 years in the media & entertainment sector, Sharma has experience ranging from journalism and scriptwriting to television production, broadcasting, film production, live entertainment, and digital content. 

Starting with the early days at Sony Entertainment Television and Yash Raj Films, Sharma has held leadership roles at Wizcraft Entertainment, Zee Network and Reliance Entertainment which underscore his strategic vision and commitment to creative storytelling. 

Arre said in a statement that Sharma will also provide guidance to the content team at Arré Voice.

Sharma said, “I am honoured to join Arré Studio at such a pivotal moment for the media landscape. The audience is making sharper choices with every passing day and we hope to deliver entertainment that lives up to expectations in time to come. I am excited about building a content slate for Arré across mediums, platforms and genres with great storytelling and consumer choices at the centre.”

B Saikumar, Founder, Arré, added, "Namit's strategic leadership will undoubtedly propel Arré to new heights as we continue our journey in building one of the most exciting media brands of our time. Arré is poised to bring the world of tech, content, and social media together to entertain and engage consumers via Arré Studio and Arré Voice’

Niyati Merchant, Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer at Arré, commented,  “Namit's extensive experience across various facets of media—from television to digital platforms—complements our goals perfectly as we aim to deliver compelling stories that resonate with our diverse audience. The industry is experiencing significant growth, and with Namit's creative insights and proven track record, we look forward to shaping the future of entertainment by working with creators dedicated to authentic storytelling as well as platforms and partners across the country.”