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Vinod Cookware is the presenting sponsor of Annie’s Kitchen on Amrita TV
Mumbai: Vinod Cookware has partnered with Annie’s Kitchen, the popular cookery show on Amrita Television, as its presenting sponsor. This collaboration enhances the culinary experience for viewers of the Malayalam channel. Vinod Cookware will be featured in three episodes airing on 20 September, 4 October, and 11 October, showcasing its products in various recipes.
The sponsorship includes 96 TV spots, 16 L-bands, 16 Aston bands, and opening and closing tags, ensuring strong brand visibility throughout the show. Additionally, viewers will see 100 spots for Vinod Cookware on Amrita TV from Monday to Sunday, between 8:00 am and 11:00 pm, until 8 November, reinforcing the brand’s commitment to quality and innovation in kitchenware.
Annie’s Kitchen, hosted by anchor and actress Annie Shaji Kailas, has been a popular cooking show for over a decade, captivating millions on Amrita Television every Friday at 8 pm. The show features a variety of traditional South Indian recipes and invites notable personalities from the film industry, such as Tovino Thomas, along with industry veterans and political leaders like A.M. Ariff, to share their stories and favorite dishes. Its blend of local delicacies and engaging content has established it as a significant presence in television. With Vinod Cookware as the presenting sponsor, the show aims to enhance the culinary experience on television.
“We are thrilled to partner with Annie’s Kitchen and Amrita Television for this exciting journey! This integration with a prominent Malayalam TV channel significantly enhances our brand reach and awareness among the southern Indian audience. We are eager to showcase our exceptional products to millions of viewers and to become an integral part of their cooking journeys. Together, we look forward to inspiring home cooks and enhancing culinary experience across the region.” said Vinod Cookware MD Sunil Agarwal.
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Republic Media Network appoints Mohit Dhamne as group CEO
Founding member elevated as network reports 149 million monthly digital users
NEW DELHI: Republic Media Network has appointed Mohit Dhamne as its group chief executive officer, elevating a founding member who has been part of the organisation since its inception in 2016.
Dhamne’s rise within the network has been steady and multi-layered. He began as head of finance, later taking on responsibilities as company secretary and EVP (Finance), before being elevated to chief financial officer in December 2023. In his new role, he will now oversee the group’s overall strategic and operational direction.
The network described him as a key architect of its evolution into one of India’s leading broadcast and digital news platforms. He brings cross-functional expertise spanning finance, law and management, backed by qualifications as a chartered accountant, company secretary, and a postgraduate management degree from the Indian School of Business, Hyderabad.
Congratulating him, Arnab Goswami said Dhamne has been instrumental in shaping the organisation’s growth journey since inception. He added that the founding team’s shared experience and leadership framework will help the network pursue new opportunities and scale further.
The appointment comes at a time of strong momentum for the network. Over recent months, Republic has expanded its core business team by 30 per cent and strengthened its leadership structure with senior executives managing defined revenue portfolios across platforms.
On the digital front, Republic Digital has reported 149 million monthly users, according to Comscore data, reinforcing its position as one of India’s most widely consumed digital news offerings.
The growth has also been supported by expansion in its integrated brand solutions division, Republic Brand Studio, as the network continues to build a more diversified revenue ecosystem.
With this leadership transition, Republic Media Network is positioning itself for its next phase of expansion, combining broadcast strength with accelerating digital scale.
