Uday Shankar, president of Walt Disney Company APAC and chairman, Star & Disney India, has decided to step down to pursue entrepreneurial endeavors, the company informed. The resignations will be effective as of December 31,2020, announced Rebecca Campbell, chairman of Disney’s Direct-to-Consumer & International segment.
However, he will remain with Disney’s direct-to-consumer and international segment through the end of 2020 to help find his replacement and ensure a smooth transition. Previously, he was president of 21st Century Fox for Asia and the chairman & CEO of Star India.
“I want to thank Uday for his leadership and dedication to our