Gaurav Laghate takes on Corporate Brand role in expanded comms mandate at SPNI

The move marks the addition of Corporate Brand to Gaurav Laghate’s existing responsibilities

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Published: Jan 16, 2026 1:32 PM  | 1 min read
SPNI appoints Gaurav Laghate as Head of Corporate Brand and Communications
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Sony Pictures Networks India (SPNI) has expanded the mandate of Gaurav Laghate, appointing him as Head of Corporate Brand, PR and Corporate Communications.

The move marks the addition of Corporate Brand to his existing responsibilities.

Laghate joined SPNI in September 2025 as Head of PR and Corporate Communications, where he has been instrumental in steering the company’s public relations strategy and external communications.

With the inclusion of Corporate Brand in his portfolio, he will now lead efforts to further align SPNI’s brand identity with its long-term business and content ambitions. He reports directly to Gaurav Banerjee, Managing Director and CEO, SPNI.

A seasoned media professional, Laghate brings over 17 years of experience in journalism to his expanded role.

Commenting earlier on Laghate’s appointment, Gaurav Banerjee, Managing Director & CEO of Sony Pictures Networks India, had highlighted his “deep domain knowledge and strategic perspective,noting that his move from journalism to communications leadership brings a distinctive viewpoint on narrative building and stakeholder engagement. 



Published On: Jan 16, 2026 1:32 PM