Our Team

Avinash Lohana

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Assistant Editor, Entertainment

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With over 10+ years of experience, journalism is not just a profession, but a passion for Avinash. His news sense, work ethics, leadership quality, and network has further cemented the brand’s editorial strength. A post-graduate in journalism and mass communication, Avinash has thousands of news breaks to his credit over the years. He always loves a good conversation, whether it’s in front of the camera or behind it, and has gained a reputation of driving empathetic and impactful conversations with achievers from across fields. In the past, he has worked with Mumbai Mirror, Absolute India, and BollywoodLife, and currently, works as Assistant Editor (Entertainment) for Pinkvilla.

Sneha Hiro

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Content Manager- Bollywood

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With an experience of over 8 years and a bachelor's degree in mass media, Sneha Hiro has been a Bollywood junkie and her keen interest in celebrities ended up transpiring into a professional passion for her. She keeps a close watch on your favorite celebs' every move to provide intriguing perspectives for the readers. She has over 2000 posts to her credit which includes breaking stories and exclusives. She currently serves as the Content Manager at Pinkvilla.

Ruchi Chandrawanshi

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Content Manager- Hollywood

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Entertainment journalist who is also a cinephile. With over 4 years of experience in the industry, Ruchi brings her journalism ethics to the table. She brings her experience of finding unique angles and bringing new strategy that elevates the digital space for readers. She comes from a background of taking interviews, interacting with celebrities and having great conversation with them. Along with this, she loves talking about what is going on in the world and will surely engage you in endless conversations. Her aim is to provide the best possible news from the industry. She has worked in various organizations like Republic World and Netflix Junkie. Currently working as Content Manager (Hollywood) at Pinkvilla.

Khushboo Ratda

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Chief Sub Editor

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A post-graduate in journalism, Khushboo is known for building a work ethic and quality work with over 8+ years of experience in the industry. She has a keen interest in exploring the South film industry news and each newsbreak is a testament to her dedication. With a diverse skill set encompassing writing, interviewing, editing, content strategy, and beyond, Khushboo has accumulated 8 years of experience breaking stories and as a fashion feature writer in multiple publications. She is currently serving as the Chief Sub Editor at Pinkvilla. .

Himesh Mankad

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Principal Correspondent

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Film Journalist and trade analyst. With over 9 years of experience, every day, Himesh attempts to be credible with exclusive and authentic news breaks in the era of click baits. With an MBA in Finance, he believes numbers bring in an element of objectivity in life. At Pinkvilla, he reports and analyzes the box office collections of feature films and has broken over 1000 exclusive stories. In the past, Himesh has worked with Mumbai Mirror, Catch News, and Bollywood Hungama.

Ayushi Agrawal

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Sr. Content Writer

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After completing her engineering, Ayushi followed her passion for journalism and has been a professional writer for over 4 years now. She is a K-drama binge-watcher and grooves to all genres of the K-music world. You can discuss unpopular opinions with Ayushi while she keeps looking for the next artist/show to dive deep into.

Gayatri Nirmal

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Sr. Sub-Editor

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With 8+ years in the industry, Gayatri is dedicated to upholding journalistic ethics while delivering distinctive content for Pinkvilla. Her strategic approach to curating selective premium content has significantly fortified the TV section's standing. With a portfolio boasting several exclusive news articles, she also excels in conducting live interviews and discussing topics up, close, and personal with celebrities with utmost comfort and respect. Additionally, she produces timeless and cutting-edge web stories across diverse genres for the brand, solidifying its status as one of the most sought-after sections. In her role as a leader, Gayatri not only brings her wealth of experience but also leads her team with unwavering support and knowledge. Having worked with The Times of India, Mid-day, Deccan Chronicle, Stardust Magazine, and ABP News, she currently serves as the Senior Sub-editor at Pinkvilla.

Chaitra Krishnan

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Content Manager, Beauty & Lifestyle

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With over 8 years of experience in professional writing and editing, Chaitra is a staunch lover of everything Beauty & Fashion. She holds a master's degree in Journalism & Mass Communication and is a certified professional Skincare Coach. Her wealth of experience allows her to stay updated with the latest trends in the Beauty & Fashion world, enabling her to deliver comprehensive and engaging content to her readers. As a dedicated leader and mentor, she motivates her team to follow their passion and consistently provide the highest quality content that both entertains and informs their audience.

Evan Tiwari

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Content Manager- Trending & Viral

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Evan has been working in the content industry for three years. His main expertise lies in building a niche area by creating an apt content strategy, overseeing its implementation, including training writers, searching for quality content, and more. With his astute ability to identify trending and viral content, as well as his exceptional execution skills, he is currently in charge of the trending and data pages section at Pinkvilla.

Archungshang Thouman

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Content Manager- Sports

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Archungshang Thouman, also known as Archie, is a post-graduate in journalism from Indian Institute of Mass Communication. His first taste of sports was the 2003 World cup where he cried his heart out after witnessing Australia’s victory over India in the cricket World Cup. Now a memory he fondly looks back at, he has since branched out to other sports and regularly follows as many games as he can, He has worked for four years in this field and is currently positioned as the Content Manager for Sports and Games at Pinkvilla.

Ashish Naik

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VP, Revenue

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A veteran Adsales professional with over 23 years of adsales experience. He has been monetizing digital assets for past 17 years and has worked with top digital brands like NDTV, MSN, TIL, NW18 & OLX before joining Pinkvilla. He has good market inroads and can monetize display & contenet offerings with similar ease. He has succefully ideated and monetized digital IP's catering to different generes and is good in ideating stuff for clients. He gives utmost importance to clients brief and understnding brand requirement as he feels thats the key to his success.

Saher Khanzada

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AVP, Marketing

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Her role in leading Pinkvilla’s marketing endeavours has been influential in cementing the brand’s voice and ensuring far-reaching connect for the brand’s many diverse offerings. Her highly research-driven approach and collaborative leadership have ensured Pinkvilla stays ahead of the curve through all its undertakings. Saher Khanzada’s professional experience of 15+ years spans several domains like brand communication & strategy, digital marketing, and content development having worked with some of the leading organizations in the country.

Bharat Sangam

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Head of Engineering

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Heading the Tech team at Pinkvilla, his expertise has helped the brand develop the best site and app experiences, that add immense value for our Pinkvilla audiences. With over 12 years of industry experience, his hands-on understanding of end-to-end technologies has been instrumental in curating an exceptional web presence for Pinkvilla.

Nikhil Lilani

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Lead of Quality Analyst

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With over 6+ years of QA professional experience, our Lead QA professional has been an extremely useful to our company's commitment to quality. With his vast experience in developing test strategies and his attention to detail, Nikhil has played a pivotal role in ensuring the flawless functionality and reliability of our software products. The tenure is marked by a track record of successfully implementing innovative testing methodologies, collaborating seamlessly with cross-functional teams, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. As a seasoned leader in our QA team, Nikhil remains loyal & making significant contributions to the overall success of our software development efforts.

Shivam Rathi

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Sr. Product Manager

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Shivam has been in the industry for 8+ years and is a strong thinker who facilitates strategic decision-making through data-driven insights. In addition to Media, he has worked in E-commerce, FMCG, and Fintech industries across Indian, US, and South East Asian markets. As a product leader, he ensured the development and growth of products by improving efficiency and positioning and has been instrumental in creating Pinkvilla's exceptional web presence.

Natasha Kadam

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Product Manager

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An IIM Kozhikode graduate, with over 5+years of experience in building & growing digital products, Natasha is creative and a results-driven individual with a passion for leveraging technology to create cutting-edge solutions that meet user needs and drives business growth. Her key skill of combining strategic vision with hands-on execution has helped enhance the digital journeys of Pinkvilla users. She's known for her attention to detail, stakeholder management & expertise in user journeys.

Durga Ramesh

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Sr. Manager, SEO

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With 11+ years of SEO experience, Durga Ramesh excels in aligning SEO efforts with business objectives, driving growth and engagement. He excels in crafting data driven SEO approaches tailored to diverse business niches, consistently achieving high search engine rankings and bolstering the company’s online presence. He's adept at resolving technical SEO issues, competitive analysis, and on-page optimization. Durga also specializes in content strategies that resonate with audiences, enhance user experience, and align with search engine algorithms.

Levis D'souza

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Head of Production

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Levis’ role has been that of a creative tissue, entertaining millions of Pinkvilla audiences, by helping bring to life quality content for the brand, with exceptional production value. Having worked with the biggest celebrities in the business and adored public figures, his value-add leadership has been instrumental in translating Pinkvilla’s brand vision into its extremely diverse content offerings across social media and the internet.

Neha Singh

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Content Manager, Multi Media

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Neha Singh comes with 14 years of journalistic expertise, she excels in news reporting, show producing, content creation, video production, and team management. Her proven track record includes delivering top-notch content, engaging audiences, and leading successful media teams. Neha's passion for her work shines through in her organized approach and strong teamwork. Thriving in fast-paced environments, she is responsible for elevating Pinkvilla's video vertical. She has collaborated with major media organizations, showcasing her dedication and expertise in the field.

Ria Banerjee

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Sr. Manager, Social Media

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With 8+ years in the social media industry, Ria’s forte lies in engaging organic growth campaigns. She specialises in capturing any brand's unique voice, leveraging data-driven insights for optimal performance and ROI. Committed to helping Pinkvilla thrive online, she connects logic with creativity to decode virality.

Esther Darlong

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Sr. Creative Producer

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With 8 years of experience in the creative field, Esther is a true embodiment of creativity. Holding a master's degree in Mass Communication and Advertising, her mission has always been the creation of fresh and distinctive content. Her extensive background in TV and digital content has honed her multifaceted skills, encompassing the creation of intellectual properties (IPs) and comprehensive shoot execution. She also manages a team of talented creative producers and she is fiery when it comes to the well-being of her team. With a goal of creating an impact for Pinkvilla, Esther aspires to maintain greater relationships with celebrity PRs to drive significant growth in Pinkvilla's video content.