Women Game Changers - Leadership Series by Raunaq Roy

In this episode of Season 4, we sit down with Meghna Ghai Puri, President of Whistling Woods International and one of India's most influential voices in media education, whose journey began not by choice but by calling — returning from London to help her father, legendary filmmaker Subhash Ghai, turn a decades-old dream into one of the world's top 10 film schools. From being told to her fa...

In this episode of the Hungama Game Changers Leadership Series, we sit down with Poornima Seetharaman, Director of Design at Zynga and one of the most influential voices in game design to emerge from India’s gaming ecosystem. From entering the industry at a time when gaming barely existed in the country to leading design at global scale, Poornima reflects on a career shaped by curiosity, creativit...

In this episode of the Hungama Game Changers Leadership Series, we sit down with Kanan Rai, a senior leader who has been at the heart of India’s digital and technology transformation across big tech, fintech, entertainment, and now AI. With a career spanning Google, platform-building at scale, and leadership roles across some of the country’s most influential ecosystems, Kanan reflects on a journe...

In this episode of the Hungama Game Changers Leadership Series, we sit down with Nirmika Singh, music journalist, poet, entrepreneur, and one of the most influential cultural voices in India’s contemporary music ecosystem. With a career spanning journalism, artistry, and creative entrepreneurship, Nirmika reflects on a journey shaped by curiosity, courage, and a rare insider–outsider perspective o...

In this episode of the Hungama Game Changers Leadership Series, we sit down with Srishti Behl, producer, entrepreneur, and one of the most influential creative leaders in Indian entertainment. With a career spanning over three decades across film, television, advertising, OTT, and global platforms like Netflix, Srishti reflects on a journey shaped by resilience, reinvention, and an unwavering beli...

In this episode of the Hungama Game Changers Leadership Series, we’re joined by Megha Tata — media industry powerhouse, former CEO of Cosmos Maya and ex-MD of Discovery South Asia, who has spent over three decades shaping how India creates, distributes, and experiences entertainment. From starting her career selling content door-to-door to leading global networks through disruption, Megha shares c...

In this episode of the Hungama Game Changers Leadership Series, we’re joined by Purnima Kochikar — Vice President, Global Apps & Games Partnerships at Google Play, and a veteran leader who’s shaped how billions discover, create, and consume digital content. From her early days building products in telecom and startups to steering global platform strategy at Google, Purnima shares candid lesson...

In this episode of the Hungama Game Changers Leadership Series, we sit down with Preeta Sukhtankar — storyteller, brand builder, founder, and one of the sharpest intuitions in India’s media and consumer landscape. From her early days in journalism and MTV to pioneering celebrity-driven commerce with The Label Life and now championing women-led businesses, Preeta’s journey mirrors the evolution of...

In this episode of the Hungama Game Changers Leadership Series, we’re joined by Amruta Fadnavis — social activist, banker, and artist. From leading community initiatives to performing on global stages, Amruta’s journey reflects passion, purpose, and perseverance. A voice for empowerment and change, she continues to bridge creativity and social impact through her work. In this inspiring conversatio...

In this episode of the Hungama Game Changers Leadership Series, we’re joined by Karina Pardus — composer, orchestrator, and founder of Coy Compositions. From scoring podcasts and games to leading initiatives that protect and empower women in music, Karina’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, and purpose. As President of the Female Composer Safety League and Associate Director at GameSoundCon...

: In this episode of Hungama Game Changers Leadership Series, we sit down with Reine Abbas, award-winning game designer, entrepreneur, and founder of Spica Tech, the academy teaching kids to code and create. From disguising herself to enter arcades as a teen to building a platform that empowers girls in STEM, Reine shares her fearless journey of breaking barriers, mentoring young creators, and pro...

In this episode of Hungama Game Changers Leadership Series, we sit down with Amanda Rubin, a trailblazer redefining how brands connect with gamers and communities. As the Chief Revenue Officer at Wildfire, Amanda is transforming how conversations, creativity, and commerce intersect in gaming. She opens up about her journey from media to gaming, her passion for building inclusive spaces, and how sh...

In this episode of Hungama Game Changers Leadership Series, we sit down with Ayesha Khan — an industry strategist, builder, and connector who is reshaping gaming, partnerships, and creator innovation. Ayesha shares her incredible journey into gaming, her leadership philosophy, and her thoughts on the importance of inclusion. From her unexpected career in gaming to her role in advancing diversity,...

In this episode of Hungama Game Changers Leadership Series , we sit down with Kim Belair — visionary narrative designer, writer, and the powerhouse CEO of Sweet Baby Inc. From shaping unforgettable game stories to championinginclusion in one of the most complex industries, Kim opens up about her creative journey, leadership philosophy, and the challenges of rewriting therules in gaming. With hones...