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Prime Video bats big with Women’s World Cup stars
MUMBAI: India just lifted the cup, and now Prime Video is lifting the curtain. In a playful twist on the victory lap, the streamer is celebrating the Indian women’s cricket team’s historic ICC Women’s World Cup win with a special episode of its hit unscripted series Two Much with Kajol and Twinkle, featuring world champions Jemimah Rodrigues and Shafali Verma.
The episode brings the star cricketers together for their first joint appearance since the triumph. The conversation captures everything from the nerves and grit of the tournament to the joy and disbelief of lifting the coveted trophy, all wrapped in the show’s signature warmth and humour. Produced by Banijay Asia, the series continues its run as Prime Video’s most watched unscripted original, now enriched by the stories behind India’s era-defining victory.
Prime Video India director and head of originals Nikhil Madhok said, “Team India’s World Cup victory is a landmark moment and a source of immense national pride that will inspire generations of aspiring sportswomen. At Prime Video, we take pride in celebrating real life stories that move and inspire. It is a privilege to host Jemimah Rodrigues and Shafali Verma for a candid, heartfelt conversation that celebrates their unwavering spirit and the historic win that captured the nation’s heart.”
Banijay Asia and Endemol Shine India group chief development officer Mrinalini Jain said, “The ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup victory is not just a sporting milestone. It is an emotional and cultural moment for India that will be remembered forever. Jemimah Rodrigues and Shafali Verma have been at the centre of this moment, and we are delighted to have them on Two Much with Kajol and Twinkle.”
Host Kajol said, “When India won the 2025 Women’s Cricket World Cup, history was made in a way that went far beyond the sport. On Two Much, we will have the honour of stepping behind the scenes of that incredible chapter with Jemimah and Shafali. Through them, we will witness the nerves, the laughter and the fire that turned a nation’s dream into reality.”
Co-host Twinkle Khanna added, “Jemimah and Shafali’s achievement at the World Cup is deeply inspiring and fills every Indian with pride. We are thrilled to have them on our show and share their stories that redefine grit as they break barriers and pave the way for other women.”
With cricket’s brightest young stars taking the couch, this episode promises to bowl over even those who have never picked up a bat.
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.
