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Niharika NM to attend the Cannes Film Festival for the third consecutive year
Mumbai: The prestigious Cannes Film Festival is set to witness a familiar face yet again as Niharika NM prepares to attend the iconic film festival for the third consecutive year. Niharika has become a staple at the world-renowned festival, captivating audiences and fashion enthusiasts alike with her appearances. Having made her debut in Hollywood with her cameo in Netflix’s widely popular series Big Mouth alongside Megan Thee Stallion, Jordan Peele, Padma Lakshmi earlier this year, Niharika is set to take the global stage yet again at the Cannes Film Festival.
Her splendid selection of outfits at the Cannes Film Festival last year further solidified her status as a fashion icon, turning heads and garnering praise from critics and fans alike. Having been there twice in the last two years, Niharika is no stranger to the grandeur of the Cannes Film Festival. Following on from last year, Niharika will be dressed in outfits from the top-most designers from India and the world over like Indonesia, New York, London, Lebanon and Australia.
Reflecting on her past Cannes experiences, Niharika shared, “Being invited to witness the grandeur of the Cannes Film Festival for the third time feels lovely. For the film enthusiast in me, it’s like a dream I don’t wake up from. I’m looking forward to experiencing cinema at its finest yet again. ” Niharika NM’s journey from newcomer to Cannes regular is a testament to her passion for the arts and her dedication to her craft. Beyond the glitz of the red carpet, she remains committed to using her platform to champion entertaining and relatable storytelling through her videos.
Having worked with the creme-de-la-creme of the Indian film industry, right from Aamir Khan to Mahesh Babu, from Yash to Priyanka Chopra, Niharika has stamped her authority through her shareable videos. Stay tuned as Niharika NM takes Cannes by storm for the third consecutive year, promising yet another unforgettable moment at the world’s most prestigious red carpet.
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Piyush Thakur steps down as Inshorts’ chief revenue officer
Former vice president and cro says exit marks a new chapter after close to a decade of building revenue and partnerships at Inshorts Group.
NOIDA: Piyush Thakur has stepped away from Inshorts Group after nearly 10 years with the company, marking the end of a long tenure that culminated in his role as chief revenue officer.
In a farewell note, Thakur said he was “turning a new page” after almost a decade at Inshorts, calling it one of the hardest professional decisions he has made. He added that his exit was not driven by uncertainty about the future, but by reflection on a long association with the company.
Thakur joined Inshorts in October 2016 as vice president and spent around seven years in the role before being elevated to chief revenue officer in April 2024, a position he held until April 2026.
He said his tenure was defined by “thousands of mornings, late nights, product debates and breakthrough moments”, as the company evolved into a large-scale digital news platform used by millions.
In his note, Thakur emphasised that Inshorts’ growth was a collective effort across teams, adding that engineers, designers, sales teams and customer support staff all contributed to building the platform. He said the company’s success was not the result of individuals but of “everyone who stayed, passed through, and left their mark”.
Before Inshorts, Thakur worked across several digital media and business development roles. At ESPN, he served as senior regional manager from October 2015 to October 2016, focusing on growth initiatives, strategic opportunities and video distribution.
At Times Internet, he worked for nearly three years, including as head of business development from April 2015 to September 2015 and chief manager from January 2013 to March 2015. His responsibilities included monetisation of mobile platforms, managing media and developer partnerships, and driving revenue across digital properties such as The Times of India and The Economic Times.
Earlier, he worked at Brandmovers as head of business development from June 2012 to June 2013, handling digital, mobile and social media marketing solutions, client development and strategic consulting. During this period, he also worked on advertising revenue, brand strategy and CRM-based solutions.
At Inshorts, Thakur’s role focused on revenue strategy, mobile and media partnerships, and growth initiatives across platforms. His profile highlights experience in mobile product management, digital business models, partner ecosystems and revenue expansion in high-growth environments.
