Seshasaye Kanthamraju has been named Director, Marketing and Distribution, Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures, India. The announcement was made by Mahesh Samat, Senior Vice President and Managing Director, The Walt Disney Company (India)
In his role, Seshasaye will be responsible for overall Marketing and Distribution strategy for the theatrical slate. He will also be working closely with UTV Motion Pictures on the film distribution.
Commenting on his appointment, Mahesh Samat, Senior Vice President and Managing Director, The Walt Disney Company, India said: “Seshasaye has been with Disney for last five years. He has a passion for the brand and has proven business acumen and we are very confident that his contribution will further strengthen the reach and relevance of our Studios business in India.”
Previously Director, Corporate Communications, The Walt Disney Company (India) Seshasaye managed internal and external communications as well as championing the company’s Corporate Social Responsibility efforts in the market.
Mr. Kanthamraju will work closely with Walt Disney Studios Theatrical Production and Acquisitions team. The head of Theatrical Distribution and the head of Theatrical Marketing for Walt Disney Studios India will report into Seshasaye.
Seshasaye has over 16 years of marketing and communications experience across different industries ranging from advertising, technology and media.
