Sony Pictures India ropes in Gayathiri Guliani to head int’l distribution

Sony Pictures Entertainment India has appointed Gayathiri Guliani as Head of International Distribution for Indian language films. A media specialist and pioneer with over 19 years of experience, Guliani will be responsible for distribution and syndication of local language content in overseas diaspora markets and to identify newer markets to expand the footprint of Indian movies.

With experience ranging across broadcasting and motion pictures in international distribution and business development, Guliani has spear-headed the international distribution, marketing & syndication for over 26 films. Her last assignment was with Reliance Big Pictures, where she worked on the hit movie, ‘3 idiots’. She has also worked on other successful movies like ‘Rock On’, ‘Jab We Met’, ‘Singh is King’, ‘Welcome’, and ‘Ghajini’, to name a few.

Speaking on Guliani’s appointment, Vivek Krishnani, Managing Director, Sony SPE Films, said, “At Sony Pictures India, we are committed to strengthening our international distribution network for local films. With the growing overseas contribution of India movies, we are happy to have Gayathiri on the team, who with her vast experience will work closely with the global Sony Pictures offices and help drive the growth in the international business.”

On her new role, Gayathiri Guliani, Director – International Distribution and Syndication, Sony SPE Films, said, “Sony is a brand with global vision, the leadership is iconic. It is a wonderful opportunity to be here and grow the international markets and take our Indian films to new frontiers. I look forward to a successful innings.”

In the past, Guliani has worked with companies such as Reliance Big Pictures, Studio 18, Sahara One Motion Pictures, Channel [v], and Star, to name a few.