SONY LIV AND STUDIO NXT business head Danish Khan will be transitioning from Sony Pictures Networks India (SPNI) to pursue new opportunities. He will continue to work with SPNI until the end of the current financial year, 31 March, to ensure a smooth transition and continuity across the businesses.
Khan has spent more than 20 years with SPNI across two stints. In his current tenure, he rejoined the network a decade ago as business head of Sony Entertainment Television (SET), before going on to lead Studio NXT and, most recently, Sony LIV from 2019.
Since taking charge of Sony LIV, Khan spearheaded the platform’s comprehensive relaunch as Sony LIV 2.0 and significantly scaled the digital business over the past five years. Under his leadership, Sony LIV recorded over five-fold growth in topline revenue and a four-times increase in monthly active users, contributing nearly a quarter of SPNI’s overall revenue while maintaining a strong focus on profitability, according to the company statement.
As business head of SET, Khan oversaw the creation of several marquee non-fiction properties, including The Kapil Sharma Show, Kaun Banega Crorepati, Super Dancer and Superstar Singer. He also led the development of popular fiction titles such as Yeh Un Dinon Ki Baat Hai, Ek Duje Ke Vaaste, Kuch Rang Pyaar Ke Aise Bhi, Beyhadh and Patiala Babes.
Khan is also credited with establishing Studio NXT, which has produced successful formats such as Shark Tank, Freedom at Midnight and Kaun Banega Crorepati.
SPNI MD & CEO Gaurav Banerjee said, “Danish has been a key part of SPNI’s growth journey over the years, contributing across television, studio and digital businesses. We thank him for his leadership and the strong foundation he leaves behind, and wish him the very best for the future.”
Khan added, “Sony Pictures Networks India has been an incredibly important part of my professional journey. Over the years, I’ve had the opportunity to work with some exceptional teams and leaders, and to be part of building businesses and brands that truly matter. As I transition to the next chapter, I remain deeply grateful for the trust, support and shared ambition that defined my time here, and I wish the teams at Sony LIV and Studio NXT continued success in the years ahead.”
