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Vikram Vijay Chandan steps down as Vice President of Sales at Sony Pictures Networks India
Sales veteran exits after 16 years with the media giant.
MUMBAI: Vikram Vijay Chandan has decided to change into a new pair of shoes after 16 years of striding through Sony Pictures Networks India. The experienced media executive has stepped down from his role as Vice President of Sales at Sony Pictures Networks Distribution India. He announced his departure via a LinkedIn post, describing it as “time to change into a new pair and step back into the game called life.”
Chandan joined Sony in 2010 and rose through the ranks, holding leadership positions across sales, affiliate partnerships, and business development. In his most recent role, he spearheaded national sales strategies and managed revenue responsibilities exceeding Rs 175 crore in the North region, while leading large cross-functional teams.
In his farewell note, he expressed a mix of emotions, “After spending 16 incredible years with Sony Pictures, I have decided to move on.”
Before joining Sony, Chandan gained valuable experience in sales and distribution at organisations including ESPN Star Sports, Lotte India, Cargill India, and Parle Products. He holds an MBA in Marketing from the Institute of Management Technology, Ghaziabad, and a B.Com degree from Delhi University.
Details of his next professional move have not been disclosed.
In the fast-paced world of media and entertainment, where deals move as quickly as content, Vikram Vijay Chandan has been a steady performer for over a decade and a half. As he steps away from Sony, the industry will be watching to see where this seasoned sales leader laces up next.
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BLS International launches #VisaReady campaign to guide applicants
Initiative targets visa myths, delays and rejections with practical guidance
MUMBAI: Visa woes may soon meet their match because paperwork, it seems, is finally getting a user manual. BLS International has rolled out a new awareness drive, #VisaReadyWithBLSInternational, aimed at simplifying the often confusing visa application process and reducing delays caused by misinformation and incomplete documentation. The campaign, led across social media platforms, zeroes in on a long-standing pain point for travellers: lack of clarity around procedures, timelines and requirements. By offering step-by-step guidance, documentation checklists and clear Dos and Don’ts, the initiative attempts to turn what is typically a stressful process into a more predictable one.
At its core, the campaign also seeks to bust common myths that frequently derail applications issues that often lead to avoidable rejections or last-minute complications. The idea is to equip applicants with practical, actionable insights so they can plan better and submit stronger applications within expected timelines.
The push will not remain limited to digital channels. BLS International plans to extend the initiative across its Visa Application Centres globally, reinforcing awareness at key touchpoints where applicants engage with the process.
BLS International joint managing director Shikhar Aggarwal framed the campaign as more than a communication exercise, emphasising the company’s attempt to embed guidance and preparedness into every stage of the applicant journey.
Operating in over 70 countries and working with more than 46 client governments including embassies, consulates and diplomatic missions, the company has built a sizeable footprint in visa and consular services. With this campaign, it is now leaning into education as much as execution, signalling that in the world of visas, clarity might just be the new currency.
