Today, The Hollywood Reporter India, a publication under RPSG Lifestyle Media, has announced that Anupama Chopra will be joining as Editor starting August 16, 2024. Chopra, a prominent figure in cinema since 1993, is celebrated as a film critic, National Award-winning author, chairperson of the Film Critics’ Guild, and director of the MAMI Mumbai Film Festival.
Avarna Jain, chairperson of RPSG Lifestyle Media, expressed excitement about Chopra’s appointment, highlighting her esteemed reputation in the film industry and her popularity as a film critic. Jain emphasized the goal of The Hollywood Reporter India to unify filmmaking across languages, regions, and platforms under Chopra’s leadership.
Nekesa Mumbi Moody, co-editor-in-chief at The Hollywood Reporter, USA, welcomed Chopra to the THR family, emphasizing the partnership with RPSG Lifestyle Media as part of their commitment to a growing global audience.
Maer Roshan, co-editor-in-chief at The Hollywood Reporter, USA, praised Chopra’s talent and enthusiasm, foreseeing her enriching their content and strengthening their connection with the dynamic international entertainment industry.
Chopra, known for her contributions to international publications such as The New York Times, Variety, and Sight and Sound, and her book “King of Bollywood: Shah Rukh Khan and the Seductive World of Indian Cinema,” expressed her admiration for The Hollywood Reporter’s journalism and its unique mix of perspectives. She expressed excitement about her role as the first Editor of The Hollywood Reporter India, describing the Indian film industry as vibrant and diverse, and expressing eagerness to showcase its essence through their platforms.
