MUMBAI: TV Vision has re-appointed Markand Adhikari as managing director of the company for next three years. The appointment is subject to approval from the members at the ensuing General Meeting of the company.

Adikari began his career with an advertising agency in the eighties along with his brother. He was instrumental in creating a successful association with national network Doordarshan, enabling SABTNL to become the first content production house to be listed on the stock exchange in 1995.

He has more than 35 years of experience in the media and entertainment industry. He has also enjoyed a decent run as a film producer. Adhikari serves as chairman at Media Private Limited (formerly known as SAB events and governance).

Under his leadership, the group became the first publicly listed television production company in the country. He has spearheaded many ventures like SAB TV, Janmat, Mee Marathi, and Mastiii.

Adhikari holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Bombay.