Bengaluru, December 17^th, 2025: Zee Entertainment Enterprises Limited (‘Z’), India’s leading media and entertainment company, successfully concluded its historic broadcast of Baseball United’s inaugural season as the Mid East Falcons clinched the first United Series championship with a commanding 8-1 victory over the Mumbai Cobras at Baseball United Ballpark in Dubai.

The championship finale, broadcast live in English and Hindi across Zee 5, Zee Café SD, &Flix SD, and &Pictures HD, showcased the pinnacle of professional baseball as Shotaro Kasahara delivered a masterful performance, allowing only two hits in six scoreless innings with six strikeouts to secure the Falcons’ victory. Munenori Kawasaki, named United Series MVP, went 2-for-5 with one run scored and two RBIs, batting an impressive .417 for the series.

The landmark partnership between ‘Z’ and Baseball United brought all 21 Season One games to Indian audiences throughout November and December, marking the first time professional baseball has been broadcast extensively across India’s diverse regions. The tournament featured intense competition among the league’s four founding franchises—the Arabia Wolves, Mid East Falcons, Karachi Monarchs, and the Mumbai Cobras—with the Falcons staging a remarkable comeback after losing Game 1 to claim two consecutive victories.

“We are incredibly proud to have partnered with Baseball United to bring this groundbreaking season to Indian audiences,” said Laxmi Shetty, Head-Advertisement Revenue, Broadcast and Digital, Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd. “Over 21 thrilling games, we’ve witnessed the birth of a new sporting culture in India. The passion and engagement from fans across the country has exceeded our expectations and validates our vision of diversifying India’s sports entertainment landscape. This historic championship finale showcased the very best of professional baseball—exceptional athleticism, strategic brilliance, and the kind of nail-biting drama that creates lifelong fans. We look forward to continuing this partnership and bringing even more world-class baseball action to Indian fans in the seasons ahead. Congratulations to the champions on their well-deserved victory.”

“This inaugural season has been nothing short of extraordinary, and we couldn’t have asked for a better partner than ‘Z’ to share this journey with fans across India,” said Kash Shaikh, Chairman, CEO, and Co-Founder, Baseball United. “The championship victory caps off a thrilling month of world-class baseball that has captivated audiences and introduced millions of Indians to the speed, strategy, and excitement of our sport. Witnessing Indian players compete on a professional stage has been truly inspiring, and their performance demonstrates the incredible potential of Indian baseball. We are grateful to ‘Z’ for their commitment to this vision and for helping us connect with India’s passionate sports community. This is just the beginning of an exciting journey, and we can’t wait to build on this foundation in Season Two.”

The United Series Championship, held on December 12th, 13th, and 14th, concluded Baseball United’s 21-game season that featured world-class players, entertainment, and fan experiences. Supported by 20 Major League Baseball legends including Mariano Rivera, Barry Larkin, Adrián Beltré, and Albert Pujols, the league’s mission to grow baseball across the world’s most populous region has taken a significant step forward.

‘Z’s comprehensive coverage included live game broadcasts and  supplementary content on Zee 5 featuring player profiles, ballpark highlights, Baseball 101 educational clips, behind-the-scenes segments, and an original documentary chronicling the building of the league. The partnership was supported by four weeks of extensive promotion across ‘Z’s linear and OTT network, reaching over 800 million viewers across India.

As Baseball United Season One concludes with the Mid East Falcons as champions, both ‘Z’ and Baseball United remain committed to expanding baseball’s footprint in India, nurturing homegrown talent, and building on the foundation established during this historic inaugural season.

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·         Channel also garners the highest urban share of 14.7% in Q2FY26; marking a 3-year high

·         Commands a 40% share of Top 10 shows in Hindi GECs (Pay) in October 2025

Mumbai, 18^th November 2025: Zee TV, the flagship Hindi general entertainment channel of the Content and Technology powerhouse, Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd. (‘Z’), has achieved robust gains on the back of its new content slate centered around quality storytelling, relatable characters and strong emotional connect. In line with its strategic content approach, the new fiction shows unveiled by the channel has enabled it to garner record-breaking results, leading to a 3-year high urban market share of 14.7% in Q2FY26 and strong leadership across all GECs (Pay & FTA) in core prime time.

Zee TV also commanded a 40% share of the top 10 shows in the Pay Hindi GEC genre with four of its newly-launched fiction shows. Encompassing a blend of emotions, relationships and ambitions in a relatable weave of storytelling, the new shows – ‘Tumm Se Tumm Tak’, ‘Vasudha’, ‘Ganga Mai Ki Betiyan’ and ‘Jaane Anjaane Hum Mile’ have struck a chord with viewers and continue to garner strong viewership gains week after week.

In a bid to further enhance its connect with the viewers and present innovative and quality stories, Zee TV’s fresh content approach lays a strong emphasis on highlighting the positivity and emotional depth embodied by characters like Vasudha and Saru. These shows have not only expanded the channel’s creative canvas, but also captured the pulse of today’s India, balancing tradition with aspiration.

The channel has further enhanced its content line-up with the recently launched ‘Jagadhatri’, and is gearing up for the launch of ‘Lakshmi Niwas’, which aims to engage viewers with strong, rooted storytelling.

Speaking about the performance of the new shows, Mangesh Kulkarni, Chief Channel Officer, Zee TV said, “The success of our new fiction line-up marks a defining moment for us at Zee TV, achieving the dual win of core prime time leadership and a 3-year high market share. The strong resonance of our stories with viewers, reflect the positive momentum of the channel and enable us to remain well-poised to achieve higher gains in the future. Our prime time line- up is backed by a sharp programming strategy focusing on quality storytelling, and we aim to strengthen our offerings across other slots as well going forward.”

Raghavendra Hunsur, Chief Content Officer, Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd. said, “Our aim is to consistently craft powerful and engaging narratives that are a true reflection of the rich stories that reside within our Nation. The success of this new content approach and our fiction shows is a firm reflection of the trust that viewers place in us. The viewers’ acceptance of characters such as Saru and Vasudha across households, further gives us the confidence in the power of quality storytelling across any platform. We remain committed to fortify this growth with more compelling fiction and non-fiction properties across the channel.”

Even as the fiction line-up continues to garner strong results, the channel is also building its non-fiction offerings with innovative properties. Zee TV recently adopted a unique daily, non- fiction format for ‘Chhoriya Chali Gaon’, which was well-received amongst the viewers for its fresh concept. Another compelling non-fiction offering, ‘Kahani Har Ghar Ki’, hosted by Juhi Parmar, narrated real stories of courage and resilience and showcased the indomitable human spirit amid everyday challenges. The channel’s latest non-fiction show, ‘Ideabaaz’ is giving aspiring entrepreneurs a platform to pitch their business ideas to a panel of investors.

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Bengaluru, October 6, 2025: Zee Entertainment Enterprises Limited (‘Z’), India’s leading content and technology powerhouse, today unveiled the first chapter of its new experiential vertical, Zee Live, with the launch of its flagship event Marathi Vajlach Pahije (MVP), in association with the talent company World Of Vibes.

Set to take place on October 12, 2025 at Phoenix Market City, Pune, MVP is more than a live concert — it’s a cultural movement. It celebrates the vibrant dynamism of Marathi youth culture, giving voice to the rising energy of hip-hop, indie music, and street art that reflects the pulse of a new generation of Maharashtrians.

Featuring 40+ artists including Kratex, Sanju Rathod, Shreyas & Vedang, MC Gawthi, and Patya the Doc, the festival is designed to deliver high-octane performances that echo today’s youth stories — raw, original, and unapologetically local. MVP is a stage where tradition meets modern expression, where Marathi pride gets reimagined through the beats, lyrics, and rhythm of today’s creators.

To deepen its impact, Zee Live has partnered with Marathi Zee 5, ensuring that the spirit of MVP resonates far beyond the physical stage. With exclusive digital content, artist spotlights, and behind-the-scenes stories, the festival will bridge on-ground excitement with an always-on digital ecosystem, allowing young fans across India to stay connected to the culture and the community.

Gareth Eswin Thomas, Business Head, Zee Live, said: “Marathi Vajlach Pahije is not just an event; it’s an expression of cultural identity and youthful creativity. It represents how live experiences can capture the energy of a generation, creating moments that are felt, shared, and remembered. This is the new language of cultural celebration.”

V.R. Hema, Business Head, Marathi Zee 5 & Zee Marathi, added: “Through our collaboration with Zee Live, we are giving Marathi youth a stage that is both local and global. By amplifying their voices and their music across our digital platforms, we are celebrating not just performances but the stories, struggles, and dreams behind them. MVP represents the next era of regional storytelling — bold, proud, real, and connected.”

Presented by Zee Live, Marathi Zee 5 and World of Vibes, MVP is the beginning of a new cultural chapter. From music to identity, from moments to memories — it’s an immersive celebration of Maharashtra’s artistic energy, powered by its youth.

Tickets are now available on BookMyShow. Fans can also discover exclusive content and behind-the-scenes stories on Marathi Zee 5.

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·         Flagship GEC Zee TV’s new launches – ‘Tumm Se Tumm Tak’ and ‘Saru’ overtake competition to emerge as slot leaders

·         8 linear channels across languages & genres achieve leadership position in key markets

·         Reaches 99% TV households & 855 million people across the Nation 

Mumbai, 2^nd September 2025: Leading Content and Technology powerhouse, ZEE Entertainment Enterprises Ltd. (‘Z’) has reaffirmed its strong positioning in the linear TV landscape by achieving a 4-year high market share of 18.2%, on the back of a strategic content approach that offers culturally-rooted, quality content across languages. Further enhancing its connect with viewers as a trusted and relatable entertainment destination, the Company reached 99% TV households, touching the lives of 855 million people across the Nation.

The Company has taken concerted efforts across the linear business to further strengthen its programming and build a compelling content offering across genres. The results of the steps undertaken have resulted in 8 channels from ‘Z’s portfolio attaining the No. 1 leadership position across genres like general entertainment, movies and lifestyle. The Company’s flagship Hindi general entertainment channel – Zee TV also witnessed significant gains and clocked a 3-year high market share of ~15% in July (15+; HSM Urban). The channel also emerged as the leading pay Hindi GEC amongst affluent viewers (HSM Rural – 15+ NCCS AB, Wk30-33’25) on the back of its new show launches such as ‘Tumm Se Tumm Tak’ and ‘Saru’, which have both emerged as slot leaders within a short span of time (15+ HSM Urban), outperforming competition. 

Contributing significantly to the overall network viewership with the highest share was the Hindi Movies cluster, with Zee Cinema as the No. 1 Hindi Movie channel (15+; HSM Urban; July’25). Its World Television Premiere of the blockbuster film ‘Pushpa 2’ in Hindi was the biggest in FY26 (YTD), resulting in considerable increase in viewership for the channel.

Within the lifestyle genre, Zee Zest maintained its firm leadership position for 3 years in a row on the back of compelling original content and Intellectual Properties.

Robust language market growth

Even as the Company garnered gains in Hindi, its growth in language markets continues to remain robust. In fact, ‘Z’ remained the fastest growing network in the South with a share of 17.2% (FY26 YTD); nearly 3% higher than FY22.

The South market continued to post new milestones, as Zee Kannada maintained its leadership position in Kannada general entertainment with an all-time high share of 44% (FY26 YTD), on the back of its latest launch ‘Karna’, which emerged as the highest rated show in the fiction-drama genre, as well as existing shows like ‘Lakshmi Nivasa’, ‘Annayya’ and ‘Naa Ninna Bidalaare’.

Zee Tamil also achieved a historical high share in the Tamil GEC genre, driven by its new show launch – ‘Ayali’ and evergreen shows like ‘Karthigai Deepam’ and ‘Anna’ (15+; TN Urban; FY26 YTD).

Zee Telugu continues its strong foothold as the biggest channel in Hyderabad across all genres driven by fiction shows like ‘Jagaddhatri’ and ‘Chamanthi’. The channel clocked a massive 18.1 TVR, for the World Television Premiere of ‘Sankranthiki Vasthunam’, making it the biggest premiere in Telugu over 2 years (15+; AP/TL Urban; FY26 YTD). 

Amongst the other language markets, Zee Sarthak continued to maintain its strong foothold in the Odia market as the No. 1 GEC for 5 years in a row (15+; Odisha Urban; FY26 YTD); while Zee Talkies remained the No. 1 Marathi Movies channel for 6 years in a row. The Marathi Movies cluster also maintained a firm position in the category with a 54% share (15+; MH U+R; FY26 YTD). 

The Company has also witnessed steady gains in the Marathi market with a fresh content slate enabling Zee Marathi to become the fastest growing Marathi GEC with its relative share increasing by 10% over the last 2 years (15+; MH Urban; FY26 YTD). 

In the Bangla market as well, Zee Bangla is the leader in Kolkata, also regaining leadership in West Bengal Urban in the latest period (week 33’25), achieving strong growth with high- performing shows like ‘Parineeta’, ‘Jagadhatri’ and ‘Phulki’. Zee Bangla Cinema also emerged as the No. 1 Bangla Movie channel in FY26 YTD.

Languages remain at the heart of ‘Z’s content strategy, and the Company continues to leverage its capabilities to showcase the depth of stories and rich culture from every corner of the Nation. The Company’s key channels have fortified their leadership position across language markets with new content offerings and premieres of blockbuster movies.

Speaking about the success, Raghavendra Hunsur, Chief Content Officer, ZEE Entertainment Enterprises Ltd. said, “It is heartening to see that our efforts taken to build a compelling content slate blending original shows with super-hit movies across languages, is bearing fruit. Our sharp focus on storytelling rooted in culture, yet crafted for an evolving viewer appetite has enabled us to drive growth and build a deeper connect. From Hindi shows like ‘Tumm Se Tumm Tak’ to language offerings like ‘Karna’, ‘Karthigai Deepam’ and ‘Parineeta’, our content is setting new benchmarks across the country. The fact that 8 of our channels are No. 1 is a testament to the power of our creative vision, and we will continue to build on this strength with innovative and purposeful content offerings.”

Rituparna Dasgupta, Executive Vice President – Network Research and Planning, ZEE Entertainment Enterprises Ltd. added, “Our success across Bharat by reaching 855 million people with 99% TV household penetration demonstrates the unmatched scale of ‘Z’, and its firm presence almost like a trusted family member, creating moments of joy and togetherness. The surge to a network share of 18.2% marks much more than a statistical milestone for us, it reflects the trust of Indian viewers in our diverse portfolio and capabilities. This momentum is driven by our consumer closeness and deep understanding of India’s hyperlocal cultural mosaic. Our robust linear growth story reaffirms our commitment towards television as a powerful medium to narrate stories that are woven into the fabric of everyday life across India and bring generations together in front of one screen.” 

Adding to this momentum, ‘Z’ has also introduced 2 new entertainment channels including Zee Power in Kannada and Zee Bangla Sonar, further strengthening its diverse portfolio with a blend of original programming and movies.

For over three decades, ‘Z’ has successfully tapped the cultural pulse of the country by crafting stories that inspire meaningful action and mirror the evolving tastes of its viewers. The Company has consistently implemented significant steps to build a robust portfolio of channels with innovative original programming and blockbuster films.

With a robust portfolio of 50 domestic channels offering original content across 11 languages, ‘Z’ caters to the consumer’s every entertainment need with a kaleidoscope of stories that reflect the aspirations, emotions and traditions of emerging Bharat.

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•   Best Children’s film – Naal 2

•   Best Debut Film – Aatmapamphlet

•   Best Child Artist – Treesha Thosar, Shrinivas Pokale and Bhargav Jagtap – Naal 2

•   Best Dialogue – Deepak Kingrani (Sirf Ek Bandaa Kaafi Hai)

•   Best Punjabi Feature Film – Godday Godday Chaa 

Films Distributed by Zee Studios:

Best Feature Film – 12th Fail

Best Actor Lead Role – Vikrant Massey (12th Fail) 

Mumbai, 4^th August 2025: Zee Studios, the Movies Business Vertical of leading Content and Technology powerhouse ZEE Entertainment Enterprises Ltd. (‘Z’) has made the Nation proud by bagging 6 awards at the 71st National Film Awards. The recognition further strengthens Zee Studios’ commitment to present impactful stories across diverse languages that engage and inspire audiences across the globe.

The National Film Awards are among the most prestigious film honors in India, established in 1954 by the Government of India to celebrate excellence in Indian cinema. Organized annually by the Directorate of Film Festivals under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, these awards recognize outstanding achievements across various regional languages and categories in feature films, non-feature films, and film writing.

·        Best Actress Lead Role award was bagged by Rani Mukherji for her performance in Mrs. Chatterjee V/s Norway, a film produced by Zee Studios

·         Best Children’s Film award was bagged by Naal 2, a Marathi film produced by Zee Studios

·         Naal 2 also bagged Best Child Artist award for the brilliant performances of Treesha Thosar, Shrinivas Pokale and Bhargav Jagtap

·         Best Dialogue award was bagged by Deepak Kingrani for Sirf Ek Bandaa Kaafi Hai, a film produced by Zee Studios

·         Best Debut Film award was bagged by the Film, Aatmapamphlet, produced by Zee Studios

·         Best Punjabi Feature Film award was bagged by Godday Godday Chaa, a film produced by Zee Studios 12^th Fail, a film that was distributed by Zee Studios bagged 2 prestigious awards:

·        Best Feature Film and Best Actor Lead Role – Vikrant Massey

The announcement was made by Shri Ashutosh Gowariker (Feature Film Jury Chairperson), Shri P. Sheshadri (Non-Feature Film Jury Chairperson), and Dr. Ajay Nagabhushan MN, Joint Secretary (Films), Ministry of Information & Broadcasting. Ms. Mattu J. P. Singh, Director General, PIB, was also present on the occasion.

Speaking on this achievement, Mr. Umesh Kumar Bansal, Chief Business Officer, Zee Studios & Zee Music Co. said, “It is our honour to be associated with quality cinema that has been recognised at the prestigious 71st National Film Awards. The success is a firm testament of our commitment as a pan-India studio to bring alive compelling narratives and powerful stories across languages, that resonate with audiences. We are proud of the hard work of our talented filmmakers and teams that has enabled us to collectively achieve this success. We will continue to produce and distribute films that not only entertain but also inspire and celebrate the rich diversity of Indian cinema.” 

With a sharp focus on quality content and impactful storytelling, Zee Studios continues to fortify its position as a truly pan India film studio with a focus on Hindi and language films. Going forward, the studio aims to invest in high-impact stories to build a robust slate across languages.

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Bengaluru, 25^th July 2025: Zee Entertainment Enterprises Limited hosted an expert panel to deliver perceptive insights into “One Bharat, Many Screens” in Bengaluru recently. Against the backdrop of Zee’s commitment to uniting diverse audiences through family‐oriented storytelling, the panel, comprising industry leaders from broadcast, digital start-ups, consumer goods and entertainment, saw intense discussions on how brands can forge meaningful connections in India’s increasingly fragmented, multi‐screen ecosystem.

Mr. Ashish Sehgal, Chief Growth Officer of Zee Entertainment Enterprises opened the conversation by underscoring Zee’s three decades of learning from storytellers like panel member and Kannada film icon, Ramesh Aravind. He highlighted Zee’s goal of getting every individual with their individual screens to come together and sit and still talk as a family, through stories that spark dialogue across generations.

He emphasized how Zee leverages deep cultural insights and regional research to craft narratives that resonate from Kashmir to Kanyakumari with content across genres, languages and formats, whether on television, cinema, over‐the‐top platforms or short‐form vertical dramas. As a content creator and industry leader, Zee Entertainment understands Bharat deeply to keep India’s screens and dinner tables alive with conversation.

Drawing on his experiences across multiple media, Mr. Ramesh Aravind spoke to the constant at the heart of all storytelling: the human truth. He stressed on how all content, across formats, must address basic human emotions including our flaws, our dreams, and our shared experiences. He noted that while factors such as pace of storytelling, framing and length must respect the needs of each platform, the core “mantra” must remain genuine human stories.

Venkatesh Vijayaraghavan, MD & CEO, TTK Prestige and Shuvadip Banerjee, Chief Digital Marketing Officer, ITC added their insights into how legacy and new‐age brands navigate multi‐segment audiences. Mr. Vijayaraghavan spoke of the challenge of remaining relevant to both the traditional millennial customers and the digitally native younger generation. They pointed out that while technology enables precise segmentation, the brand’s purpose and promise must remain consistent. They stressed the need to balance reach with resonance, using nuanced creative execution across television, social channels and e‑commerce platforms to reinforce brand ethos without diluting it.

Nishchay Ag, Co‑founder and CEO of fintech startup Jar, shared the perspective of a digital‑first brand scaling into traditional media. Having built a 20 million‑user base in two and a half years, he described the moment of “product–market fit” as the signal to expand onto television. Once non-linear yield returns begin, it’s time to crafting a unified voice and deliver stories in the languages, formats and durations that India’s diversity demands.

The lively discussion saw the emergence of four strategic levers as essential for brands charting “One Bharat, Many Screens”. The first, compelling, purpose‑driven content; the second, authentic cultural insight that honours regional idioms; third emotional connection that extends beyond the screen; and finally, a clear path to commerce that transforms brand engagement into purchase. The panelists agreed that those brands that respect time and money, and deliver value will gain audience engagement and lasting loyalty.

Together, these insights show how in a multi‑screen India, brands must deliver emotionally resonant stories to drive real‐world results. As Zee continues to weave “One Bharat” into every screen, discussions such as these serve to reaffirms its promises: to unite diverse audiences through shared narratives and catalyze meaningful connections between brands and families nationwide.

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~ Carried forward the immersive format of the inaugural event ~ 

Delhi, 19^th July 2025: Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd. (ZEEL), one of India’s leading entertainment powerhouses, continued its multi-city marquee initiative R.I.S.E with a compelling event in Delhi. After the spectacular launch in Mumbai, the Delhi chapter brought together an eclectic mix of India’s most forward-looking marketers, growth-stage businesses, and retail visionaries.

The Delhi edition carried forward the immersive format of the inaugural event, with compelling keynote sessions, curated experiences, and insightful discussions focused on how ZEE’s full-funnel advertising ecosystem is helping brands scale across India. This includes ZEE’s portfolio of over 50 channels, ZEE5 (OTT), YouTube network, social platforms, regional IPs, and a nationwide influencer network—all seamlessly integrated to deliver ultimate business solutions at scale.

Strengthening this offering is ZEE’s tech-first approach, which focuses on combining content creation with emerging technologies to identify value-driven opportunities, enhance targeting, and deliver improved consumer experiences to enable brands to convert storytelling into measurable outcomes.

Speaking on the launch, Mr. Ashish Sehgal, Chief Growth Officer, Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd., said: “Delhi is a high-opportunity market, and R.I.S.E is our promise to deliver measurable brand and business growth in such dynamic environments. From building awareness to driving action, ZEE’s omnichannel ecosystem is designed for measurable outcomes. Our strength lies in uniting the power of content, data, and distribution into one integrated growth engine.”

Conceptualised as a flagship initiative, R.I.S.E stands for Results | Integration | Strategy | Engagement.  Through the initiative, ZEE aims to earn trust through value-first storytelling and giving businesses tools that convert media into measurable growth.  It’s designed as a powerful platform to unite India’s marketing, media, and investment communities. The platform brings together a diverse mix of visionary brand builders, senior marketers, retail clients, venture capitalists, new-age digital businesses, and small business entities who are all looking to scale, disrupt, and grow in today’s evolving market landscape.

Following the successful event in Delhi, R.I.S.E will continue its journey to Bengaluru, Chennai and Kolkata, furthering its mission to empower and support brands across key growth markets.

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Bengaluru, 20^th February 2025: ZEE Entertainment Enterprises Ltd. (ZEE), the leading Media & Entertainment powerhouse, has earned an exceptional ESG score of 44 in the annual S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA). The industry- leading score reaffirms the Company’s commitment towards implementing the best practices in sustainability across Environment, Social and Governance (ESG).

This achievement places ZEE significantly ahead of the industry average score of 20 and ranks it amongst the top 10% of global players within the sector, underscoring the Company’s dedication to responsible business practices and sustainable growth. The Company witnessed a significant improvement of 16 points in its score from 2023, placing it in the 93^rd percentile across the global Media, Movies & Entertainment industry.

The Company has undertaken significant interventions across the core ESG domains to demonstrate exceptional standards in Corporate Responsibility. ZEE excelled in various aspects of the CSA score including Transparency & Reporting, where it ranked in the top 100^th percentile; and Business Ethics, Information Security/ Cybersecurity & System Availability, Water, Labour Practice, Human rights and Customer relations, where it ranked above the 90^th percentile.

ZEE’s high ESG score reflects its robust initiatives in various areas that include management of material ESG risks, opportunities and impact that were measured through a combination of company disclosures, media and stakeholder analysis, modelling approaches and in-depth company engagement.

Commenting on the noteworthy achievement, Mr. Punit Goenka, Chief Executive Officer, ZEE Entertainment Enterprises Ltd. said, “At ZEE, we believe in staying ahead of the curve by consistently delivering industry-beating performance across all aspects. The high ESG score achieved by the Company in the renowned S&P Global assessment is yet another firm testament to our commitment of implementing the best practices in the environmental, social and governance domains. As a responsible corporate citizen, sustainable growth remains key to driving long-term success and our efforts remain focused towards enhancing environmental sustainability, promoting social equity and maintaining strong governance frameworks. As we take concerted steps to achieve our targeted aspirations, prioritizing key initiatives in the realm of ESG is a core focus area, ensuring that ZEE continues to deliver industry-leading performance in entertainment as well as corporate responsibility.”

With a robust ESG strategy for the future, ZEE aims to attain industry leadership in sustainability and responsible business conduct. The Company’s exceptional ESG performance during the year, reflects its broader vision to generate higher long-term value for all its stakeholders while simultaneously contributing towards positive societal development.

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