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I’m a senior content leader, executive producer, and writer with 9+ years of experience developing and delivering original scripted and unscripted content across OTT platforms, feature films, and media. I’ve partnered with ZEE5, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+ Hotstar, Aha, and Watcho to bring culturally rooted stories to life- from writer-led development through to final delivery. Beyond entertainment, I help brands find their voice through sharp, strategy-driven content that’s built to engage and last. My edge is bridging creative ambition with strategic thinking and production discipline. Whether it’s a regional original or a brand content play - I know how great content gets made, and how to get it made well.…I’m a senior content leader, executive producer, and writer with 9+ years of experience developing and delivering original scripted and unscripted content across OTT platforms, feature films, and media. I’ve partnered with ZEE5, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+ Hotstar, Aha, and Watcho to bring culturally rooted stories to life- from writer-led development through to final delivery. Beyond entertainment, I help brands find their voice through sharp, strategy-driven content that’s built to engage and last. My edge is bridging creative ambition with strategic thinking and production discipline. Whether it’s a regional original or a brand content play - I know how great content gets made, and how to get it made well.

Durgesh Haridas

Film Director, Film Producer, Screenwriter, +3

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I’m a senior content leader, executive producer, and writer with 9+ years of experience developing and delivering original scripted and unscripted content across OTT platforms, feature films, and media. I’ve partnered with ZEE5, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+ Hotstar, Aha, and Watcho to bring culturally rooted stories to life- from writer-led development through to final delivery. Beyond entertainment, I help brands find their voice through sharp, strategy-driven content that’s built to engage and last. My edge is bridging creative ambition with strategic thinking and production discipline. Whether it’s a regional original or a brand content play - I know how great content gets made, and how to get it made well.…I’m a senior content leader, executive producer, and writer with 9+ years of experience developing and delivering original scripted and unscripted content across OTT platforms, feature films, and media. I’ve partnered with ZEE5, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+ Hotstar, Aha, and Watcho to bring culturally rooted stories to life- from writer-led development through to final delivery. Beyond entertainment, I help brands find their voice through sharp, strategy-driven content that’s built to engage and last. My edge is bridging creative ambition with strategic thinking and production discipline. Whether it’s a regional original or a brand content play - I know how great content gets made, and how to get it made well.

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I’m a senior content leader, executive producer, and writer with 9+ years of experience developing and delivering original scripted and unscripted content across OTT platforms, feature films, and media.
I’ve partnered with ZEE5, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+ Hotstar, Aha, and Watcho to bring culturally rooted stories to life- from writer-led development through to final delivery.
Beyond entertainment, I help brands find their voice through sharp, strategy-driven content that’s built to engage and last.
My edge is bridging creative ambition with strategic thinking and production discipline. Whether it’s a regional original or a brand content play - I know how great content gets made, and how to get it made well.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Language

Tamil

Fluent

English

Fluent

Hindi

Fluent

Telugu

Fluent

Malayalam

Advanced

French

Intermediate

Arabic

Intermediate

Work Experience

Executive Producer, Creative Lead & Screenwriter at The Madras Stories

January 1, 2017 - Present

Led content development, commissioning support, and executive production for original series and films across Tamil and Telugu markets. Built and led cross-functional creative teams to deliver high-quality content; aligned narratives with platform mandates and audience strategy. Oversaw regional originals including Addham (Aha Telugu), Masala Family, Raktha Chandana (Watcho), and the Madras Meter Show (ZEE5). Collaborated on scripted originals for Amazon Prime Video (LOL Tamil – Show Writer) and Disney+ Hotstar (Jhansi – Script Consultant/Additional Writer); contributed to story development, episode structure, and localization. Supervised writers' rooms, directors, and production teams, ensuring creative quality, budget discipline, and timely delivery.

Creative Head & Producer at The Madras Stories

January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2022

Co-created and co-produced content for top brand and government projects; led cross-functional creative teams including writers, directors, editors, and production crews. Developed brand content strategy for platform positioning, audience engagement, and localization across Tamil and Telugu markets; led end-to-end production and platform delivery for original series and films.

Sports & Editorial Content Specialist at ESPNcricinfo, The Indian Express, and 7DAYS Dubai

January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2017

Produced and managed written, video content and live-event content for global sports audiences; delivered editorial content for publication across multiple platforms.

Marketing & Communications Manager at Prodapt

January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025

Led internal communications strategy and advised senior leadership on organizational initiatives, driving employee alignment, engagement, and cultural reinforcement through targeted campaigns and storytelling across multiple platforms. Owned end-to-end video storytelling for the company, producing internal & external communications videos, promotional content, and employee stories to strengthen employer brand and culture.