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Ankit Agarwal takes the wheel as director of entertainment ad sales at JioStar
MUMBAI: Ankit Agarwal has stepped into the role of director of entertainment ad sales at JioStar, adding serious firepower to the streaming and broadcast network’s commercial engine. A media sales pro with 18 years in the trenches, Agarwal has built his reputation on sealing high-value partnerships, boosting market share and leading sharp execution across television and digital platforms.
Before the move to JioStar, Agarwal spent 13 years at Viacom18 in a string of senior ad sales roles, driving growth across marquee brands and campaigns. His career began in radio, news and broadcast networks including TV Today Network and Mahuaa Media, followed by rapid climbs through sales leadership.
Known for his strong relationships with top advertisers and agency heavyweights, Agarwal blends revenue discipline with high-energy dealmaking across genres, formats and regions.
Now strapped in at JioStar, Agarwal is chasing bigger numbers, bolder ideas and the next big win. The race is on and he is gunning for the lead.