Piush Kothari, EVP‑Head Subscriptions (SVOD) and Media, exits JioHotstar

Before joining JioHotstar, Piush Kothari spent over five years at The Walt Disney Company

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Published: Mar 12, 2026 12:59 PM  | 1 min read
Piush Kothari exits JioHotstar after leading SVOD subscriptions
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Piush Kothari, EVP-Head Subscriptions (SVOD) and Media, has announced his exit from JioHotstar via LinkedIn. In his post, he reflected on his 6.5-year journey in the media and entertainment industry, spanning leadership roles at DisneyStar and now JioStar.

In the post, Kothari described the period as ‘transformative’ and a ‘thriller’, noting that the industry was initially a completely new world for him. He expressed gratitude to colleagues who shaped his journey, from guiding him through the complexities of sports leagues to collaborating on subscription strategies and product innovations.

Before joining JioHotstar, Kothari spent over five years at The Walt Disney Company in various senior roles. His earlier career includes stints at Welspun Group, Aditya Birla Group, Accenture, and Shell.

He concluded his post on a note of gratitude, hinting at an exciting next chapter in his professional journey.

Published On: Mar 12, 2026 12:59 PM