Varun Kohli appointed Director and Group CEO at Bharat Express
Prior to this, Varun Kohli was the COO at Times Network, where he oversaw critical operations and strategic initiatives
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Published: Sep 28, 2025 9:45 PM | 2 min read
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Varun Kohli has joined Bharat Express as its Director and Group CEO.
Kohli, a media industry veteran with over 30 years of experience, first joined Bharat Express in January 2023 and served as CEO and Director. During this tenure, he played a pivotal role in shaping the channel’s editorial and business strategy, laying the foundation for its brand identity and operational structure. His leadership was marked by a strong focus on team alignment, revenue growth, and audience engagement.
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Prior to this he was the COO at Times Network, where he oversaw critical operations and strategic initiatives for over a year.
His return marks a new chapter for Bharat Express as the channel prepares to expand its footprint and deepen its impact in the Indian news broadcasting landscape.
Kohli’s 3-decade long career spans leadership roles at ITV Network, Deccan Chronicle Holdings, Mogae Media, Network18, Bennett Coleman & Co. Ltd., HT Media, and Amar Ujala Prakashan. Known for his hands-on approach and expertise in launching and turning around media brands, he is widely respected for his ability to drive sustainable growth and build high-performance teams.
Speaking to e4m on his return, Upendrra Rai, CMD & Editor-in-Chief of Bharat Express, said, “We are happy to welcome Varun Kohli back to Bharat Express. In his earlier stint, Varun Kohli played a key role in launching the channel and positioning it as a trusted name in Indian news. His vision and leadership helped build the core team and set up a strong foundation. With his return, we are confident that his rich industry experience and forward-looking approach will drive our growth and take the channel to the next level.”
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