Star India CEO Uday Shankar elevated as Asia president of 21st Century Fox

In new role, Shankar will lead 21st Century Fox's video businesses across Asia and work closely with 21CF's leadership on key strategic initiatives in the region

Star India Chairman & Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Uday Shankar has been elevated as the president, 21st Century Fox, Asia, with immediate effect, in addition to his current responsibilities.

In his new role, Shankar will lead across Asia 21st Century Fox’s (21CF) video businesses, including Star India and Fox Networks Group, and will work closely with 21CF leadership on key strategic initiatives in the region.

21st Century Fox Executive Chairman Lachlan Murdoch and CEO James Murdoch said in a joint statement: “Uday’s new role will enhance our strategic focus across all of Asia and enable us to further capture opportunities,