Angad Bhatia Joins as CEO of Firstpost and Creator18
March 11, 2025: Angad Bhatia has been appointed as the CEO of Firstpost and Creator18, a brand-new and exciting venture from the Network18 stable.
In addition to shepherding Firstpost, India’s most credible international news brand, he will lead the building of a creator network on off-platform extensions across our digital properties.
An experienced builder of digital businesses, Angad brings deep expertise in starting and scaling B2C media ventures. Angad has an entrepreneurial approach which is bolstered by clear strategic planning. He has shown a knack for identifying adjacencies to existing businesses and has demonstrated growth in the companies he has worked with.
Before joining Network18, Angad was CEO of India Lifestyle Network. He also led Brand & Marketing Growth for other Mensa Brands. He brings more than 15 years’ experience in media, content, technology, creation & innovation, and digital commerce while building some of India’s most influential digital-first consumer brands like MensXP (a digital platform that he founded & scaled it into a market leader before its acquisition by Times Internet), iDiva & Hypp.
Angad’s entrepreneurial zeal will bring to life new ideas, helping the group reach new audiences and explore new growth opportunities.
Angad will report to Rahul Joshi, MD & Group Editor-in-chief, Network18.
About Firstpost
Firstpost is a leading Indian news website offering in-depth coverage and analysis. Launched in 2011, it is part of the Network18 Group. The platform covers politics, business, sports, and entertainment. Known for its bold journalism, Firstpost delivers credible and timely news. It is headquartered in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
About Creator18
Creator18 is a brand-new venture from Network18, aiming to build a creator network on off-platform extensions across its digital properties. While specific details about Creator18 are yet to be publicly disclosed, it represents Network18's initiative to expand its digital footprint and engage with content creators to enhance its media offerings.
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