Kiran Mani, has been appointed as the new Chairman of the Digital Entertainment Committee at the Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI). With India’s digital content landscape rapidly transforming, Kiran is poised to lead the committee through a pivotal phase of innovation and policy evolution. His appointment marks a strategic step towards unifying industry efforts to foster growth, drive digital transformation, and shape consumer-centric content experiences.
Kiran Mani brings with him a rich career spanning more than two decades across global giants such as Google, Viacom18, Microsoft, and IBM. As the current CEO – Digital at JioStar, he leads digital operations across JioCinema, Hotstar, and Cricinfo. Known for scaling multi-billion-dollar businesses and transforming digital platforms, he is a veteran in driving strategy, scale, and sustainable impact in media, retail, and technology sectors. His leadership is expected to influence digital policy and collaborative frameworks for content creators, tech innovators, and platforms alike.
Prior to JioStar, Kiran held several top executive roles at Google, including General Manager for Android and Google Play across Asia Pacific & Japan, and Managing Director of Global Partnerships. His influence shaped product utility, developer ecosystems, and ad revenue streams across diverse global markets. He also played a pivotal role in the formation of India’s largest media platform through the merger of Viacom18 and Star India.
In addition to corporate leadership, Kiran is an active angel investor and advisor, backing ventures that empower local innovation—from blue-collar livelihood platforms to AR-based retailing solutions. His holistic vision blends content, technology, and entrepreneurship, making him an ideal figure to champion the next chapter of India’s digital entertainment economy.