iWorld
Naukri.com & Disney+ Hotstar launch ‘Hardly Working by Naukri’
Mumbai: Naukri.com and Disney+ Hotstar have announced the launch of ‘Hardly Working by Naukri,’ a standup show that humorously explores the lighter side of office culture.
The series features an exceptional lineup of India’s top comedians, including Prashasti Singh, Anirban Dasgupta, Shreeja Chaturvedi, Nishant Suri, and Kumar Varun. Each comedian brings their unique style and perspective to the show, ensuring a diverse range of humor and a fresh take on every episode. Notably, all these talented artists have had firsthand experience in the corporate world, adding authenticity to their performances.
The show delves into relatable and comedic moments, from common workplace situations and quirky coworkers to awkward meetings and office politics, reflecting universal truths that resonate with anyone who has ever worked in an office.
The show is part of Naukri.com’s ongoing commitment to engage with Gen-Z professionals and address all aspects of their careers. Having already established a strong foothold in creating purposeful content through the successful IP ‘Workwise with Naukri’ – which offers valuable career insights and advice, Naukri.com, with this new show, is foraying into creating content that explores the lighter side of professional life. ‘Hardly Working by Naukri’ is produced by the Disney+ Hotstar CreativeWorks team, the branded content arm of Disney+ Hotstar, and is streaming exclusively on Disney+ Hotstar starting 19 July. Known for its award-winning creative and content studio, Disney+ Hotstar CreativeWorks helps brands strike the right balance between content and advertising, thus enabling brands to forge deeper connections with their target audiences by leveraging the power of storytelling at scale.
Naukri.com EVP & head of marketing Shail Gaurav said, “At Naukri, we understand the nuances of professional life, and firmly believe that we are allies to Indian professionals, helping them navigate their career journeys. ‘Hardly Working by Naukri’ is our attempt to inject a refreshing dose of humor to the conversation about work life, while reinforcing our position as the number one career platform in the country.”
Disney+ Hotstar head of ads Dhruv Dhawan said, “We are thrilled to collaborate with Naukri for ‘Hardly Working by Naukri’. This series brings humor and relatability to the everyday office experience, showcasing the lighter side of professional life. It also allows Naukri to leverage the power of storytelling to connect with their audiences in the most entertaining and relatable way. With the exceptional talent on board and the expertise of our CreativeWorks team, we are looking forward to present a show that will appeal to our viewers.”
Gaming
Roblox appoints Sunil Rao as India managing director to drive growth
Former AWS leader to lead creator ecosystem, partnerships and local strategy
MUMBAI: Roblox has appointed Sunil Rao as managing director for India, as the company looks to deepen its footprint in one of its fastest-growing markets.
Rao, who will join in May, will serve as the senior-most representative for Roblox in India, leading local strategy, partnerships and day-to-day operations. His mandate includes strengthening the platform’s presence, supporting the creator ecosystem and aligning India’s market needs with global priorities.
A key focus area will be nurturing India’s growing community of developers and creators, enabling local studios to leverage Roblox’s tools for scaling and monetisation. Globally, the platform’s creator community earned over $1.5 billion in 2025, underlining the economic potential of user-generated content ecosystems.
“Roblox is at the forefront of enabling a new generation of creators and games. India’s scale, creativity, and entrepreneurial energy present a massive opportunity,” said Rao. “I’m excited to build a vibrant and inclusive ecosystem that empowers developers and creators across the country. Ensuring child safety and aligning closely with India’s regulatory framework will be among my top priorities.”
Welcoming the appointment, Roblox vice president international Zhen Fang said India represents a high-potential market for the company. “Sunil brings deep expertise in building operations across diverse markets, and his passion for community-centric platforms makes him the ideal leader to drive our next chapter of growth in the country.”
Rao brings over two decades of experience across technology platforms, venture capital and developer ecosystems. He was previously part of the leadership team at Amazon Web Services, where he led strategy and corporate business development across Asia-Pacific and Japan. He also served as a partner at Lightspeed Venture Partners, working closely with startups and founders.
Earlier in his career, Rao played a key role in building developer ecosystems at Symbian, Nokia and Google, contributing to the growth of major mobile and internet platforms.
With India’s large youth population and rapidly evolving digital landscape, Roblox’s latest leadership move signals a sharper focus on long-term growth, local relevance and creator-led innovation in the market.
