KCC International Media Summit 2022

An Icon. A Voice. A Legacy. 🎙️

The 12th International Media Summit proudly welcomes RJ Jeeturaaj – the heartbeat of Mumbai’s airwaves and the undisputed “Prime-Time King” of 98.3 Mirchi (Times Group of India).

🏆 Best Male RJ – Maharashtra State Award
🏆 Golden Mike Award – Best RJ
🏆 1st Indian RJ to win an International FM Award at the International Radio Festival, Zurich
🏆 Multiple national & global accolades

From being the “man behind the mask” with “Meri Awaaz hi Meri Pehchaan Hai” to becoming a symbol of emotional connection and human engagement, his journey is nothing short of legendary.

Join us on 14th February | 3:00 – 3:45 PM for an electrifying session on
“Interaction on AI – The Future Dinosaur.”

Get ready to witness the magic of the voice that defines Mumbai. 🎧


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Swapna Pataskar is a visionary cinematographer and co-founder of filmsmiths with 15+ years of visual storytelling. 🎥

she is a master of the lens who has served as dop for over 200 projects across documentaries and advertising. 🎬
her milestone work includes award-winning films for the undp and the dalai lama documentary on life and enlightenment, winner of best documentary at the toronto film festival. 🏆🎞️

Dr. Ruta Vyas is a visionary academic leader and the Principal of KC College of Management Studies (KCCMS). 🎓

With a Ph.D. in Mass Communication, she brings deep scholarly expertise and a research-driven approach to the evolution of media studies. 📚⚖️

Her milestone work involves bridging the gap between classroom learning and the media industry, empowering the next generation of storytellers to excel in a digital-first world.

prof. Elizabeth lubinga is a leading academic in strategic communication at the university of johannesburg. 🎓🇿🇦

she holds a ph.d. from tilburg university and has dedicated over a decade to teaching and mentoring students at all levels.

her milestone research explores health communication and social change, specifically focusing on digital innovation and health strategies in south africa.

Rahul Maheshwari is a veteran diplomat and media pioneer who helped shape Mumbai’s first generation of TV journalism.

A Mumbai University alumnus with a background in Law (LLB), he seamlessly bridges the worlds of academic research and high-level international relations.

His milestone career spans senior roles at Zee News and Times Now to elite diplomatic appointments. He has served as a key advisor for the Australian and Norwegian Consulates and currently leads Economic Diplomacy at the Netherlands Consulate General.

Ameya Karve is a leading voice in global financial journalism, specializing in the complexities of the world’s credit markets.

With a Master’s in Journalism from the University of Mumbai and a background in Computer Science, he brings a unique, data-driven perspective to economic storytelling. 🎓📊

Currently a structured finance reporter at Bloomberg, his milestone work has been featured in The Washington Post and The Economic Times, where he breaks down high-stakes capital systems for a global audience.

Nancy Snow is a global authority on public diplomacy and the art of persuasion.

A three-time Fulbright scholar with a Ph.D. from American University, she is Professor Emeritus at CSUF and has taught at prestigious institutions from USC to Tsinghua University. 🎓📚

With 16 books to her name and over 600 media appearances on networks like CNN and the BBC, she has spent her career advising governments and masterminding global communication strategies.

Heeta Parikh is a strategic communication powerhouse and the founder and ceo of silver spun.

with over a decade of experience, she is a master of brand communications and pr, helping global brands navigate the digital-first world.

a leader in ethical storytelling, she bridges the gap between industry and academia, serving as a placement partner to guide the next generation of media professionals. 🎓

Amitha Balachandra is a powerhouse independent multimedia journalist based in Mumbai, with over a decade of experience across broadcast and digital platforms.🎙️

She brings deep expertise to her reporting, focusing on critical environmental, gender, and health issues.

A true leader in her field, Amitha is the recipient of prestigious honors including the MSF Without Borders Fellowship and the Earth Journalism Network’s Environmental Data Journalism Fellowship.

Sanjay Singh is a heavyweight in the world of Indian investigative journalism, with over 30 years of uncovering the truth.

An alumnus of Mumbai University, he brings a serious academic edge to the field with both a PhD and an LL.B. degree. 🎓

From his legendary exposure of the Telgi Stamp Paper Scam (the inspiration behind Scam 2003) to winning the 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award, he continues to push boundaries by founding FFT New Media—a pioneer in AI-driven storytelling. 🚀📽️
Sanjay Singh is a heavyweight in the world of Indian investigative journalism, with over 30 years of uncovering the truth. 🕵️‍♂️📰
An alumnus of Mumbai University, he brings a serious academic edge to the field with both a PhD and an LL.B. degree. 🎓⚖️
From his legendary exposure of the Telgi Stamp Paper Scam (the inspiration behind Scam 2003) to winning the 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award, he continues to push boundaries by founding FFT New Media—a pioneer in AI-driven storytelling. 🚀📽️