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Viacom18 Media
3.5
based on 237 Reviews
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Company Summary
Viacom18 Media is one of India's fastest-growing entertainment networks and a house of iconic brands that offers multi-platform, multi-generational and multi-cultural brand experiences.
Overall Rating
3.5/5
based on 237 reviews

12% below
industry average

Critically rated for
Promotions, Work satisfaction, Skill development
Work Policy

Work from office
66% employees reported

Monday to Friday
87% employees reported

Flexible timing
77% employees reported

No travel
51% employees reported
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Top Employees Benefits
Health insurance
17 employees reported
Job/Soft skill training
10 employees reported
Cafeteria
9 employees reported
Child care facility
7 employees reported
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About Viacom18 Media
Founded in2007 (18 yrs old)
India Employee Count1k-5k
Global Employee Count1k-5k
India HeadquartersMumbai, India
Office Locations
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Websiteviacom18.com
Primary Industry
Other Industries
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Viacom18 Media Pvt. Ltd. is one of India's fastest growing entertainment networks and a house of iconic brands that offers multi-platform, multi-generational and multicultural brand experiences. A joint venture of TV18, which owns 51%, and Viacom Inc., with a 49% stake, Viacom18 defines entertainment in India by touching the lives of people through its properties on air, online, on ground, in shop and through cinema. We want to be the most admired media & entertainment company by continuously entertaining, engaging and enriching the life of every Indian through sustained innovation & thought leadership.
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Viacom18 Media Ratings
based on 237 reviews
Overall Rating
3.5/5
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3.4
Job security
3.3
Work-life balance
3.2
Salary
3.1
Company culture
3.1
Skill development
3.1
Work satisfaction
2.7
Promotions
Viacom18 Media is rated 3.5 out of 5 stars on AmbitionBox, based on 237 company reviews.This rating reflects an average employee experience, indicating moderate satisfaction with the company’s work culture, benefits, and career growth opportunities. AmbitionBox gathers authentic employee reviews and ratings, making it a trusted platform for job seekers and employees in India.
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Gender Based Ratings at Viacom18 Media
based on 224 reviews
3.2
Rated by 67 Women
Rated 3.1 for Job security and 3.0 for Work-life balance
3.6
Rated by 157 Men
Rated 3.5 for Job security and 3.4 for Work-life balance
Work Policy at Viacom18 Media
based on 29 reviews in last 6 months
Work from office
66%
Hybrid
23%
Permanent work from home
11%
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Overall Rating | 3.5/5 based on 237 reviews | 3.6/5 based on 226 reviews | 3.5/5 based on 583 reviews | 3.8/5 based on 112 reviews |
Highly Rated for | No highly rated category | Job security | No highly rated category | Work-life balance Salary |
Critically Rated for | Promotions Skill development Company culture | Promotions Salary Company culture | Promotions Job security Salary | Promotions |
Primary Work Policy | Work from office 66% employees reported | Work from office 89% employees reported | Work from office 77% employees reported | Work from office 61% employees reported |
Rating by Women Employees | 3.2 Average rated by 67 women | 3.4 Average rated by 38 women | 3.2 Average rated by 116 women | 3.7 Good rated by 20 women |
Rating by Men Employees | 3.6 Good rated by 157 men | 3.6 Good rated by 168 men | 3.6 Good rated by 429 men | 3.9 Good rated by 90 men |
Job security | 3.4 Average | 3.8 Good | 2.9 Poor | 3.6 Good |
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Viacom18 Media Salaries
Viacom18 Media salaries have received with an average score of 3.2 out of 5 by 237 employees.
Director
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₹25 L/yr - ₹47.8 L/yr
Product Manager
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₹15 L/yr - ₹33 L/yr
Associate Producer
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₹7.2 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr
Senior Marketing Executive
(23 salaries)
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₹6.5 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr
Supervising Producer
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₹9 L/yr - ₹27.7 L/yr
Software Development Engineer II
(21 salaries)
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₹32 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr
Marketing Manager
(18 salaries)
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₹11 L/yr - ₹25.5 L/yr
Senior Supervising Producer
(16 salaries)
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₹14.5 L/yr - ₹35 L/yr
Asst.Marketing Manager
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₹9.7 L/yr - ₹14 L/yr
Senior Software Engineer
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₹12.4 L/yr - ₹45 L/yr
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India’s OTT Battle Turns Into JioHotstar Or Nothing
- The launch of JioHotstar by Reliance marks a pivotal moment for the Indian streaming industry, with a dominant slate including movies, global hits, and live cricket matches.
- The joint venture of Disney and Reliance to create JioHotstar is set to become a powerhouse hosting more than 100 TV channels and both Disney+ Hotstar and JioCinema.
- RIL's investment of INR 11,500 Cr in JioHotstar raises concerns of aggressive revenue goals, marking the end of the freebie era and requiring subscriptions for content access.
- JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar boasted a large user base, and with JioHotstar's subscription model, their subscriber numbers are poised to rise significantly.
- The JioHotstar combine raises concerns about a potential monopoly on international content and live sports streaming in India, leaving competitors with limited differentiation and content.
- Former Google executive Kiran Mani heads JioHotstar with Viacom18 bringing in an ex-YouTube executive, Ishan Chatterjee, as the chief business officer.
- Experts believe the merger of Disney+ Hotstar and JioCinema was necessary for sustainable growth, avoiding separate content acquisition costs and technological challenges.
- JioHotstar's pricing advantage due to Reliance's strong last-mile reach may lead to competitive pricing and increased subscription revenue compared to competitors.
- Competition with international giants like Netflix and Amazon Prime Video intensifies as the Indian market shapes up to be a JioHotstar dominant scenario.
- Indian startup funding exceeds $1.6 Bn in the first seven weeks of 2025, with significant developments in fintech major Navi, Peak XV Partners, Rebel Foods, and Bollywood music labels.
Inc42 | 16 Feb, 2025

YouTube TV Could Lose Paramount, CBS and More Because They Don’t Want to Raise Prices Again
- YouTube TV may lose Paramount and CBS channels due to a failure to reach a fair agreement.
- 24 channels including CBS, MTV, BET, and Comedy Central are part of Paramount's lineup.
- Negotiations between YouTube TV and networks have previously resulted in last-minute agreements.
- The potential loss of channels is concerning considering the recent price increase to $83 per month.
Droid-Life | 14 Feb, 2025

Tom Green, Former Provocateur, Is Building Something New
- Tom Green, former provocateur, has moved on from his audacious pranks that made him famous.
- He now finds joy in tending to animals on his farm and appreciating the little details of farm life.
- Green reflects on how social media has made it easier for everyone to try to stand out, causing the impact of such content to diminish.
- He no longer engages in controversial antics and prefers a more peaceful and nurturing approach.
Nytimes | 25 Jan, 2025

Viacom18 finally wins control of JioHotstar domain after intense month long legal battle
- Viacom18 Media Pvt. Ltd. has gained control of the jiohotstar.com domain after a month-long ownership dispute.
- The domain is now registered under Viacom18's name with Manish Painuly listed as the registrant.
- Painuly is a Senior Director at Viacom18, responsible for overseeing brand platforms including VOOT.
- The resolution solidifies Viacom18's control in the market and allows Reliance to maintain dominance in India's digital and media sectors.
HT Tech | 4 Dec, 2024
Star India reports consolidated loss of ₹12,718 crore in FY24
- Star India reported a consolidated loss of ₹12,718 crore in FY24.
- Total expenses for the fiscal were reported as ₹31,563 crore.
- Star India's total income for FY24 fell by 8.9% YoY to ₹19,002 crore.
- Reliance Industries, Walt Disney Company, and Viacom 18 Media announced a merger of their TV and digital platforms.
HinduBusinessLine | 22 Nov, 2024

Mukesh Ambani's Reliance, Viacom18, and Disney complete merger to create a Rs 70,352 crore JV
- Reliance Industries, Viacom18, and The Walt Disney Company have completed the merger of Viacom18's media and JioCinema businesses into Star India Private Limited (SIPL).
- The joint venture (JV) is valued at Rs 70,352 crore and brings together popular television and digital brands such as Star, Colors, JioCinema, and Hotstar.
- Post-merger, RIL holds 16.34% ownership, Viacom18 has 46.82%, and Disney retains 36.84% stake.
- Nita M. Ambani will serve as the Chairperson of the new JV, with Uday Shankar as Vice Chairperson providing strategic guidance.
ISN | 15 Nov, 2024

Reliance, Disney Completed Merger Deal to create India’s largest media powerhouse
- Reliance Industries, Viacom18, and The Walt Disney Company have completed their media industry merger to create India's largest media powerhouse.
- The joint venture is valued at $8.5 billion and Disney will own 36.84% of the JV while Viacom18 will control 46.82%.
- The JV combines RIL's JioCinema and Disney's Hotstar in the digital space, and Star and Colors in the TV space.
- With over 100 TV channels and a combined subscription base of over 50 million, the JV aims to provide unparalleled content choices to Indian viewers.
VIE Stories | 15 Nov, 2024

RIL, Viacom18, Disney complete Star India merger with Rs 11,500 Cr investment
- Reliance Industries, Viacom18, and The Walt Disney Company have completed the merger of Viacom18’s media and JioCinema businesses with Star India.
- The joint venture (JV) will be chaired by Nita Ambani and valued at approximately $8.5 billion.
- RIL has invested $1.4 billion in the JV, with ownership divided with RIL holding 16.34%, Viacom18 holding 46.82%, and Disney holding 36.84%.
- The JV aims to deliver a wide range of entertainment and sports content across TV and digital platforms to Indian and global audiences.
Yourstory | 14 Nov, 2024

Reliance, Disney Complete Merger
- Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL), Viacom18, and The Walt Disney Company have completed the merger of their media business.
- The media and JioCinema businesses of Viacom18 have merged with Star India.
- The joint venture is valued at $8.5 billion on a post-money basis.
- The JV will feature a merger of RIL's JioCinema and Disney's Hotstar on the digital front and Star and Colors on television.
Inc42 | 14 Nov, 2024

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Viacom18 Media FAQs
When was Viacom18 Media founded?
Viacom18 Media was founded in 2007. The company has been operating for 18 years primarily in the Media & Entertainment sector.
Where is the Viacom18 Media headquarters located?
Viacom18 Media is headquartered in Mumbai.
How many employees does Viacom18 Media have in India?
Viacom18 Media currently has more than 2,500+ employees in India. Marketing & Communication department appears to have the highest employee count in Viacom18 Media based on the number of reviews submitted on AmbitionBox.
Does Viacom18 Media have good work-life balance?
Viacom18 Media has a work-life balance rating of 3.3 out of 5 based on 200+ employee reviews on AmbitionBox. 35% employees rated Viacom18 Media 3 or below, while 65% employees rated it 4 or above for work-life balance. This rating suggests that while some employees recognize efforts towards work-life balance, there is scope for improvement based on employee feedback. We encourage you to read Viacom18 Media work-life balance reviews for more details
Is Viacom18 Media good for career growth?
Career growth at Viacom18 Media is rated as poor, with a promotions and appraisal rating of 2.7. 35% employees rated Viacom18 Media 3 or below on promotions/appraisal. This rating reflects a negative sentiment among employees for career growth. We recommend reading Viacom18 Media promotions/appraisals reviews for more detailed insights.
What are the cons of working in Viacom18 Media?
Working at Viacom18 Media does have some drawbacks that potential employees should consider. The company is poorly rated for promotions / appraisal, work satisfaction and skill development, based on 200+ employee reviews on AmbitionBox.
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