Our Team

Avinash Lohana

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Assistant Editor, Entertainment

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With over 10+ years of experience, journalism is not just a profession, but a passion for Avinash. His news sense, work ethics, leadership quality, and network has further cemented the brand’s editorial strength. A post-graduate in journalism and mass communication, Avinash has thousands of news breaks to his credit over the years. He always loves a good conversation, whether it’s in front of the camera or behind it, and has gained a reputation of driving empathetic and impactful conversations with achievers from across fields. In the past, he has worked with Mumbai Mirror, Absolute India, and BollywoodLife, and currently, works as Assistant Editor (Entertainment) for Pinkvilla.

Khushboo Ratda

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Chief Sub Editor

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A post-graduate in journalism, Khushboo is known for building a work ethic and quality work with over 8+ years of experience in the industry. She has a keen interest in exploring the South film industry news and each newsbreak is a testament to her dedication. With a diverse skill set encompassing writing, interviewing, editing, content strategy, and beyond, Khushboo has accumulated 8 years of experience breaking stories and as a fashion feature writer in multiple publications. She is currently serving as the Chief Sub Editor at Pinkvilla. .

Himesh Mankad

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Principal Correspondent

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Film Journalist and trade analyst. With over 9 years of experience, every day, Himesh attempts to be credible with exclusive and authentic news breaks in the era of click baits. With an MBA in Finance, he believes numbers bring in an element of objectivity in life. At Pinkvilla, he reports and analyzes the box office collections of feature films and has broken over 1000 exclusive stories. In the past, Himesh has worked with Mumbai Mirror, Catch News, and Bollywood Hungama.

Ayushi Agrawal

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Sr. Content Writer

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After completing her engineering, Ayushi followed her passion for journalism and has been a professional writer for over 4 years now. She is a K-drama binge-watcher and grooves to all genres of the K-music world. You can discuss unpopular opinions with Ayushi while she keeps looking for the next artist/show to dive deep into.

Gayatri Nirmal

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Sr. Sub-Editor

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With 8+ years in the industry, Gayatri is dedicated to upholding journalistic ethics while delivering distinctive content for Pinkvilla. Her strategic approach to curating selective premium content has significantly fortified the TV section's standing. With a portfolio boasting several exclusive news articles, she also excels in conducting live interviews and discussing topics up, close, and personal with celebrities with utmost comfort and respect. Additionally, she produces timeless and cutting-edge web stories across diverse genres for the brand, solidifying its status as one of the most sought-after sections. In her role as a leader, Gayatri not only brings her wealth of experience but also leads her team with unwavering support and knowledge. Having worked with The Times of India, Mid-day, Deccan Chronicle, Stardust Magazine, and ABP News, she currently serves as the Senior Sub-editor at Pinkvilla.

Archungshang Thouman

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Content Manager- Sports

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Archungshang Thouman, also known as Archie, is a post-graduate in journalism from Indian Institute of Mass Communication. His first taste of sports was the 2003 World cup where he cried his heart out after witnessing Australia’s victory over India in the cricket World Cup. Now a memory he fondly looks back at, he has since branched out to other sports and regularly follows as many games as he can, He has worked for four years in this field and is currently positioned as the Content Manager for Sports and Games at Pinkvilla.

Ashish Naik

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VP, Revenue

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A veteran Adsales professional with over 23 years of adsales experience. He has been monetizing digital assets for past 17 years and has worked with top digital brands like NDTV, MSN, TIL, NW18 & OLX before joining Pinkvilla. He has good market inroads and can monetize display & contenet offerings with similar ease. He has succefully ideated and monetized digital IP's catering to different generes and is good in ideating stuff for clients. He gives utmost importance to clients brief and understnding brand requirement as he feels thats the key to his success.

Bharat Sangam

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Head of Engineering

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Heading the Tech team at Pinkvilla, his expertise has helped the brand develop the best site and app experiences, that add immense value for our Pinkvilla audiences. With over 12 years of industry experience, his hands-on understanding of end-to-end technologies has been instrumental in curating an exceptional web presence for Pinkvilla.

Durga Ramesh

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Sr. Manager, SEO

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With 11+ years of SEO experience, Durga Ramesh excels in aligning SEO efforts with business objectives, driving growth and engagement. He excels in crafting data driven SEO approaches tailored to diverse business niches, consistently achieving high search engine rankings and bolstering the company’s online presence. He's adept at resolving technical SEO issues, competitive analysis, and on-page optimization. Durga also specializes in content strategies that resonate with audiences, enhance user experience, and align with search engine algorithms.

Prajish Prabhakaran

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Head of Production

With over 15 years of experience in production and direction, including films, TV, ads, and digital media, currently spearheading the production team at Pinkvilla. The goal being to create and provide top-quality content for all the Bollywood buffs who follow Pinkvilla, allowing them to stay updated and catch a glimpse of their favourite stars in the arena.

Neha Singh

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Content Manager, Multi Media

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Neha Singh comes with 14 years of journalistic expertise, she excels in news reporting, show producing, content creation, video production, and team management. Her proven track record includes delivering top-notch content, engaging audiences, and leading successful media teams. Neha's passion for her work shines through in her organized approach and strong teamwork. Thriving in fast-paced environments, she is responsible for elevating Pinkvilla's video vertical. She has collaborated with major media organizations, showcasing her dedication and expertise in the field.