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Vibhu Agarwal’s Atrangii ropes in Rajesh Tripathi as content head
UMBAI: The musical chairs game in the television industry continues. With Nivedita Basu opting out of Atrangii and joining Dangal, it was time to bring in someone else at the Vibhu Agarwal-owned Atrangii app.
So it has.
Agarwal has recruited writer, producer and show runner Rajesh Tripathi as its head of content. Prior to joining Atrangii, Rajesh has worked as a producer for shows like Savdhan India, Mauka-e-Vardaat, Kaccha Papad Pakka Papad, Naagvadhu – Ek zehreeli Kahaani, Crime & confession Season-3. He is known for his involvement in iconic thrillers and horror shows such as Shhh…Phir Koi Hai, Adalat, and Savdhaan India.
With core strengths in crime, thriller, and horror, Rajesh has worked as script consultant and show runner for a leading entertainment channel like Star TV.
With Rajesh Tripathi at the helm of content creation, Atrangii aims to elevate its storytelling capabilities, particularly in genres that resonate deeply with audiences, says a company press release..
Said Atrangi founder & CEO Vibhu Agarwal: “Rajesh Tripathi’s appointment marks a significant step in our journey to redefine content excellence. His experience, creativity, and leadership will play a pivotal role in driving our vision for Atrangii forward.”
Added Rajesh Tripathi: “I am genuinely excited to join the Atrangii family and collaborate with a team that is deeply committed to creating unique and impactful stories. Storytelling, for me, is about forging connections with people, and Atrangii’s vision resonates perfectly with my passion for meaningful narratives. I look forward to this journey of creativity and crafting content that not only entertains but also leaves a lasting impression on hearts and minds.”
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JioStar revenue hits Rs 9,784 crore as cricket fuels 22 per cent growth
A surge in digital viewership and sports dominance fuels a blockbuster quarter for the media giant
MUMBAI: JioStar is batting on a flat pitch. The media titan’s fourth-quarter results for the financial year 2026 reveal a business scaling new heights, propelled by an unprecedented appetite for premium sports and digital-first storytelling.
Gross revenue for the quarter soared by 22.15 per cent to Rs 9,784 crore, up from Rs 8,010 crore in the third quarter. Operationally, the momentum was equally strong; revenue from operations climbed 21 per cent to Rs 8,372 crore. These figures underscore the firm’s successful integration following the Reliance and Disney merger, creating a dominant force in the Indian market.
The annual performance has been nothing short of a spectacle. Full-year gross revenue reached a massive Rs 36,248 crore, while annual profit after tax hit Rs 3,210 crore. This rapid expansion reflects JioStar’s ability to capture and monetise the massive growth in India’s media consumption.
Cricket proved to be the ultimate growth engine. The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 and TATA IPL 2026 delivered “record-breaking viewership” across both television and digital screens. The World Cup final alone drew a global peak concurrency of 72.5 million on JioHotstar, cementing its status as the nation’s premier streaming destination. On television, JioStar maintained a commanding 34.2 per cent viewership share, reaching a staggering 810 million viewers nationwide.
The digital numbers were just as impressive. JioHotstar averaged 500 million monthly active users, driven by consistent subscriber growth and innovative AI-led content discovery tools. These advancements are ensuring that JioStar remains at the cutting edge of the global “Race for Attention.”
With a firm grip on the country’s most valuable sporting rights and a rapidly growing digital footprint, JioStar is perfectly positioned for the future. It has built the ultimate content powerhouse—one that is ready to dominate the Indian living room for years to come.
