Sony forays into kids’ genre with YAY!; Leena Lele Dutta named Biz Head

Sony Pictures Networks India (SPN) is gearing up to foray into the kids’ genre with new kids channel – Sony YAY! Leena Lele Dutta has been roped in as Business Head for the upcoming channel. She will be spearheading Sony YAY! and will be responsible for developing content and driving the channel’s reach and connect with its relevant target audience. 

Dutta, who has over two decades of experience in the media and entertainment industry, brings a deep understanding of the entertainment industry with her experience across different portfolios. Prior to joining SPN, she was the Executive Director - Distribution at Sony Pictures Television (SPT) and was responsible for structuring and developing the content distribution and licensing division of SPT in India and South Asia. Dutta has also worked with Ten Sports India, Channel 9 (Nine Broadcasting Media) and MTV India, amongst other companies, besides having worked in Sales with SPN (then SET India) from 1995-1999. 

NP Singh, CEO, Sony Pictures Networks India, commented, “The kids’ genre is a new territory for us and has immense potential to grow. With an impressive track record and in-depth understanding of the entertainment industry, we are confident that Leena will play a pivotal role in establishing the business. Under her able leadership, we intend to solidify a significant presence as an outstanding brand in the kids’ entertainment space.” 

Leena Lele Dutta, Business Head, SPN Kids Genre, added here, “There is a lot to explore in the kids’ entertainment genre. We wish to create a brand that caters to the entertainment needs of Indian kids at the same time giving them experiences that leave lasting impressions on them. We also want to give parents, especially working mothers like me, the confidence to let kids consume our differentiated content in an environment that elevates their happiness.” 

She further said, “YAY! being the quintessential expression of joy and euphoria, has always been synonymous with happiness and excitement; Thus, the name, Sony YAY!”