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India.com
13 hours ago
- Business
- India.com
Meta Appoints Arun Srinivas As India Head; Role To Begin On July 1, 2025
Arun Srinivas Meta India Head: Meta, the parent company of the US-based social media giant Facebook, has appointed marketing veteran Arun Srinivas as its new Managing Director and Head for India. Srinivas, who has been serving as Director and Head of the Ads Business at Meta India since 2022, will replace Sandhya Devanathan in the role, effective July 1, 2025. This appointment follows Meta's decision to expand the role of its India Vice President, Sandhya Devanathan, who now also leads the tech giant's Southeast Asia business. Under the new role, Srinivas will oversee business strategy and revenue growth for India across all Meta platforms and business segments, and will continue to be part of the India leadership team. He will focus on strategic revenue priorities such as AI, Reels, and Messaging. Notably, Arun Srinivas will continue to report to Sandhya Devanathan. Who Is Arun Srinivas? According to his LinkedIn profile, Arun Srinivas has been with Meta for over four years and ten months, joining the company in September 2020. He first served as Director and Head of Meta's Global Business Group until September 2022, before taking charge of the tech giant's advertisement business in India. Before joining Meta, Srinivas built a strong career working with several major companies. He started out in 1996 as a Product Manager at Reebok. After over five years there, he joined Unilever as a Branch Sales Manager and went on to become the Vice President of Foods South Asia during his 15-year stint at the company. In 2017, he joined Bengaluru-based WestBridge Capital Partners as an Operating Advisor for two and a half years. Srinivas later became Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Global Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) at Ola in 2019, before moving to Meta in 2020. Arun Srinivas' Education He completed his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Madras in 1993. Srinivas then earned a Post-Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) in Marketing from IIM Calcutta in 1996. In 2007, he also attended an Executive Education program in Strategic Customer Management at the Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University in the USA.
Indian Express
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
‘It's tasty': Instagram head Adam Mosseri tries masala chips, kaju katli; watch
From the poignant flavours of pani puris to the sweetness of gulab jamun, Indian snacks have gained significant popularity worldwide. Food enthusiasts are embracing these snacks, not just for their taste but also for the cultural experience. Instagram head Adam Mosseri too did so recently during his appearance on the podcast 'Moment of Silence' with content creators Naina Bhan and Sakshi Shivdasani. The episode took a delightful turn as Mosseri sampled a range of Indian snacks and sweets. The tasting kicked off with masala chips, where Mosseri – pleasantly surprised by the flavour – remarked, 'It's tasty! I thought it was going to be crazy spicy.' Next up was the beloved Indian sweet, kaaju katli. 'It's very tasty,' he said. As the video progresses, his enthusiasm peaks with laddoos, another traditional sweet, as he happily declares his love for them. Adding a personal touch, Mosseri shared a glimpse into his family life. 'My kids would steal a bunch, except for the middle one, as he doesn't like sweets,' he laughed. Watch the viral video here: A post shared by Moment of Silence (@momentofsilencepod) The video quickly gained traction, racking up numerous reactions. 'I think Adam could have done more spicy,' a user wrote. 'Either the snacks were mildly spicy or the CEO just kept his Thand Rakh,' another user commented. 'You guys did a GREAT job on this podcast – fun and professional,' a third user reacted. Mosseri also attended the WAVES Summit 2025 event in Mumbai, where he received a warm and heartfelt welcome from Bollywood actress Shraddha Kapoor. The two shared the stage for an interaction titled 'Trends and Virality', where they explored how Gen-Z engages with content online. During his time in Mumbai, Mosseri also visited the Meta India office and danced to 'What Jhumka!' from Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani. He also enjoyed a Puran Poli, a traditional Maharashtrian dish, with Kapoor.
Indian Express
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Instagram CEO goes full Bollywood at creator meet; netizens get ‘beta uncle ko dance karke dikhao' vibe
At a recent creator conference in Mumbai, Instagram CEO Adam Mosseri gave attendees an unexpected treat—a dance performance. What started as a regular engagement event at Meta India's headquarters took a fun turn when Mosseri surprised everyone by joining a group of Indian content creators in dancing to the Bollywood hit 'What Jhumka?' from Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani. The track features Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt. Initially, Mosseri stood to the side, watching closely as creators showed off their moves. But after a few beats, he jumped right in—matching steps and syncing effortlessly with the rhythm. His enthusiastic participation earned cheers from the crowd. Content creator Cyrus Dhabhar, who posted a clip, captioned it: 'Spent the morning with @instagram's big chief – @mosseri at the @meta offices in Bombay! Little did he know what he had coming – but the man learns quick and bust a move!' Watch the video: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Cyrus Dhabhar (@cyrusdhabhar) The video quickly made waves online, with users praising Mosseri's spontaneity and his effort to embrace local culture. An Instagram user commented, 'This feels real, raw, unfiltered and magical.' But another user asked, 'India mai koi bhi aaye.. usko nachaane kyu lag jaate hai? (Why does everyone in India try to make any visitor dance?)' A third user quipped, 'It's 2025 and no matter the occassion, in India we haven't moved past – 'beta uncle ko dance karke dikhao'.' Earlier, during the Waves Summit 2025, Mosseri was part of another viral moment when Bollywood star Shraddha Kapoor offered him a plate of puran poli, a beloved Maharashtrian sweet. The warm gesture resonated widely, showing how food and culture continue to play a heart-warming role in cross-cultural exchanges.
Hindustan Times
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Instagram chief Adam Mosseri shakes a leg with employees at Meta offices in Mumbai
Instagram CEO Adam Mosseri surprised attendees at a creator conference in Mumbai by joining Indian influencers in an impromptu dance session at the Meta India headquarters. The event, aimed at fostering deeper engagement between Instagram leadership and the Indian creator community, turned unexpectedly lively when Mosseri joined in on a group dance to the popular Bollywood track 'Jhumka Gira Re' from the film Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, originally picturised on Alia Bhatt. At first, Mosseri observed the steps carefully before jumping in and syncing perfectly with the rhythm, earning applause from creators present. The moment was captured and shared by content creator Cyrus Dhabhar, who praised the Meta chief's spontaneity and spirit. In his post, Dhabhar wrote: 'Spent the morning with @instagram's big chief - @mosseri at the @meta offices in Bombay! Little did he know what he had coming - but the man learns quick and bust a move! I frankly love these creator conferences - it makes you meet people you'd never really meet.' A post shared by Cyrus Dhabhar (@cyrusdhabhar) The video has since gone viral, drawing admiration for Mosseri's approachable demeanour and his willingness to engage with Indian pop culture firsthand. A few also reacted with humour. A user wrote, 'Loved having you with us!" Another joked, 'Recession is really coming' Also read: 'Registered an interaction' memes flood X amid Virat Kohli's statement after Avneet Kaur row Earlier this week, at the Waves Summit 2025, a heartwarming and culturally resonant moment captured the audience's attention when Bollywood actor Shraddha Kapoor offered a plate of traditional Maharashtrian sweet Puran Poli to Instagram CEO and Head of Meta, Adam Mosseri. The endearing gesture quickly went viral, drawing admiration from fans across the internet. Standing gracefully on stage, Shraddha won over both the crowd and Mosseri with her genuine warmth. Holding the plate, she smiled and said, 'You've been eating at fancy places, but I want you to try this Maharashtrian dessert called Puran Poli—it's made at my home.' The sweet dish, made from jaggery and lentils, is a beloved delicacy in Maharashtrian households and symbolised a meaningful cultural exchange between the star and the tech leader.
