Natasha Malhotra is set to step into the shoes of Antoine Villeneuve, former vice-president and general manager for Walt Disney Television International India. Malhotra will head the operation for three of the company’s channels namely Disney Channel, Jetix and Hungama TV and will report to Mahesh Samat, senior vice-president and managing director, Walt Disney Company India.
Malhotra spent 11 years with MTV Network, working on assignments in Thailand, Philippines, Singapore and Indonesia before joining the Arab Media Group in Dubai.
Samat is confident Malhotra will contribute to the growth of Disney India thanks to her extensive content and creative experience and her expertise in business management in Asian markets.
In Rich Ross, president, Disney Channels Worldwide, was equally positive saying “The company is looking forward to benefit from Malhotra’s beaten track record as a strategic and insightful leader. Known for her innovations, she comes on board with extensive media experience, which will further distinguish and cement Disney’s business in the kid driven, round the clock, family inclusive entertainment space in India.”