Sony Pictures Networks India Names Ritesh Khosla As New General Counsel

Sony Pictures Networks India Names Ritesh Khosla As New General Counsel

Sony Pictures Networks India (SPNI) has announced the appointment of Ritesh Khosla as its new General Counsel, effective September 1, 2024. Khosla succeeds Ashok Nambissan, who is retiring after a distinguished tenure with the company.

Ritesh Khosla brings over two decades of legal experience to his new role, having begun his career as a practicing lawyer before joining SPNI. For the past six years, he has served as Deputy General Counsel at SPNI. His expertise spans mergers and acquisitions (M&A), joint ventures (JVs), regulatory frameworks, compliance, corporate governance, complex litigation, and intellectual property rights (IPR) protection and enforcement.

In his new position, Khosla will oversee SPNI's Corporate Relations, Legal and Regulatory Affairs, Secretarial, and Standards & Practices functions. He will be responsible for managing the company's legal risks, providing strategic legal guidance, and serving as the company's Ombudsperson. He will report directly to the Managing Director & CEO of Sony Pictures Networks India.

Khosla will also spearhead initiatives to enhance SPNI’s compliance framework, particularly in digital and intellectual property rights, and will strengthen the company's legal infrastructure in international markets. Additionally, he will oversee SPNI's Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives, ensuring alignment with legal and ethical standards. His dedication to mentoring and developing emerging legal talent within the organization further underscores his commitment to the company's future.

Known for his strategic thinking and decisive legal skills, Khosla has demonstrated exceptional leadership in complex legal matters, significantly contributing to SPNI’s growth and compliance efforts.

Reflecting on his appointment, Ritesh Khosla stated, "I am deeply honored to become General Counsel at SPNI. My journey here has been incredibly enriching, and I am eager to continue working with our talented team. This role offers a unique opportunity to build on the strong legal foundation established under Ashok Nambissan's leadership. I am committed to upholding the highest standards of legal and ethical conduct and advancing SPNI's mission to deliver exceptional content and experiences to our audiences."