e4m Content 40 Under 40 Awards: Gaurav Banerjee & Dr. Annurag Batra to pick rising stars

The e4m Content 40 Under 40 Awards is back with its fifth edition this year! Gaurav Banerjee, MD & CEO, Sony Pictures Networks India, has been announced as the Jury Chair of the e4m Content 40 Under 40 Awards 2025 while the Co-Jury Chair is Dr. Annurag Batra, Chairman & Editor-in-Chief, exchange4media & BW Businessworld. The prestigious awards aim to recognise and honour emerging leaders who are redefining the content ecosystem through innovation, creativity, leadership and impact.

Gaurav Banerjee, the Jury Chair, is a distinguished leader with over two decades of experience in the media and entertainment industry. As the MD and CEO of SPNI, Gaurav is responsible for steering the company's strategic direction, ensuring operational excellence, and maintaining its leadership in the market. His expertise spans the creative and business aspects of the industry.

The e4m Content 40 Under 40 list recognises leaders who have made exceptional contributions to the content marketing industry. From content creators and strategists to marketers, storytellers and media professionals, the awards celebrate content marketers across sectors and media spaces who are under the age of 40.

This list will feature the most talented, innovative and path-breaking content marketers who love creating high-quality and engaging content and drive their businesses to success. Professionals who are currently in leadership positions and will be the future faces of the industry will be featured in the list.

With Mr Banerjee and Dr Batra leading the jury process, the awards aim to spotlight exceptional talent that has demonstrated excellence and influence across the content landscape. Their combined industry expertise and leadership along with the other jury members will help identify the next generation of changemakers driving growth and transformation in India's dynamic content sector.