Big Moves: Talentrack, OML Entertainment

Talentrack appoints Abhishek Chatterjee as managing director

Talentrack has named Abhishek Chatterjee as its managing director. With a proven track record in both corporate and creative industries, Chatterjee will be entrusted with steering Talentrack into its next phase of growth and innovation.

A seasoned professional, Chatterjee brings with him extensive experience from his previous roles at Oracle and Bajaj Auto. He is an electrical & electronics engineer and holds a Master’s degree in Business Administration from XIM Bhubaneswar. In a career spanning more than a decade, he has consistently demonstrated his ability to build winning teams and successful businesses.

On his appointment, Chatterjee said, “I am truly honoured to step into the role of Managing Director at Talentrack, a platform that I have been proud to contribute to for the past seven years of my career. Talentrack's mission to leverage technology to simplify & enhance the collaboration between artists and opportunities, and to build a first-of-its-kind content marketplace are things I am deeply passionate about. I look forward to leading our incredible team as we continue to innovate and expand our platform, making it even easier for Filmmakers, Brands, Agencies, Studios and Production Houses to connect with the right talent and create the right content.”

In his capacity as the managing director, Chatterjee will lead the company’s two key verticals: the Content Marketplace, which connects filmmakers, brands and agencies with an ecosystem of content producers & creators; and Talent Casting, which helps discover and recruit performing artists. His role will be pivotal in consolidating Talentrack’s position as a market leader in both areas. Chatterjee will work closely with founder Vineet Bajpai and tech co-founder Manisha Singh, ensuring seamless alignment with the company’s strategic goals. In addition to overseeing operations, he will spearhead the management of Talentrack’s Mumbai and Delhi offices.

“What started as a Talent-Casting platform for Bollywood has now evolved into what we call the 4Cs Model - Casting, Creators, Content, and Campaigns. While Casting of Actors, Models, Singers, Influencers etc. remains a central offering, Talentrack is now emerging as a comprehensive content-solutions marketplace. We offer Any Speed, Any Budget, Any Location content to brands, agencies, and production houses through our vast aggregation of content creators and producers. At this growth juncture, Abhishek's exemplary leadership will play a pivotal role,” said Vineet Bajpai, founder, Talentrack.

Apart from his impressive corporate achievements, Chatterjee also possesses a creative flair. He is the writer of the 2018 feature film Kuchh Bheege Alfaaz, showcasing his ability to blend business acumen with artistic expression.

OML Entertainment elevates Tusharr Kumar to chief executive officer

OML Entertainment has elevated Tusharr Kumar as its new chief executive officer (CEO). Kumar brings over 15 years of experience across the new-media, automotive and FMCG industries. He has been associated with OML Entertainment since 2012 in various capacities across different businesses.

After a successful nine-year tenure with OML Entertainment including the last five years as CEO, Gunjan Arya is moving on from the company. Arya, outgoing CEO of OML Entertainment, said, "I couldn’t be more proud to announce Tusharr as our CEO. It has been an incredible journey at OML Entertainment, and I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to work alongside such talented and passionate individuals. Together, we've pioneered new forms of entertainment, expanded globally, and driven cultural change through innovative content. While moving on is a bittersweet decision, I am confident in the bright future that lies ahead for OML Entertainment with Tusharr at the helm. Tusharr has been a driving force at OML Entertainment, and I couldn't be more confident in his ability to lead the company as the next CEO. His deep understanding of the content and creator landscape, and our revenue ecosystems, combined with his strategic vision and acumen, make him the ideal leader to steer OML Entertainment during the company’s next phase of growth.”

Under Arya’s leadership, OML Entertainment has transformed into a leading global player in digital media and entertainment; seen two successful businesses spun out to merge with strategic partners; expanded the company’s international footprint to 20 countries; and launched Hypothesis the global influencer marketing tech platform, among significant growth milestones. She focused on expanding the company’s key leadership across branded services verticals, original content studio and tech-enabled influencer marketing, resulting in the creation of successful shows, new IPs and partnerships with top artists and brands.

As CEO, Kumar will ensure the company’s growth across businesses and markets. In his most recent role as COO since 2021, he oversaw the company’s operations and successfully spearheaded initiatives that have further strengthened the company’s position as one of India’s largest independent branded content, advertising and entertainment companies. With diverse experience across new media, automotive and FMCG industries, Tusharr has worked at brands like Ducati, Royal Enfield and Parle-Agro.

Speaking about his new role, Kumar shares, “I’m really excited about what the future holds for OML Entertainment and am confident that the upward trajectory we’ve been on will continue. This confidence comes from our biggest asset, our incredible teams along with trusted partnerships with artists, clients and investors. We have always been at the forefront of creativity and cultural innovation. I’m looking forward to leading OML Entertainment as we push boundaries and build on the solid foundation laid by Gunjan. As we build what we’ve dreamed of, we will continue to ask ourselves – are we shaping culture? Are we bringing voices to life? Most importantly, are we creating and not just following? ”

Over the last few years, OML Entertainment has strategically streamlined and consolidated various businesses to arrive at the company’s focus areas of creator tech, artist representation, advertising, and long-form content production. This flywheel is the perfect mix of independent yet symbiotic businesses that feed into each other's growth.

Rajesh Kamat, managing director of Emerald Media and investor in OML Entertainment added, "Tusharr’s elevation to CEO is a testament to his exceptional leadership and his unwavering commitment to excellence. Under his guidance, OML Entertainment has achieved remarkable milestones, and I do not doubt that he will continue to build on this momentum. Tusharr's vision for OML Entertainment aligns perfectly with our goals as investors, and we are thrilled to support him as he leads the company to new heights.”