Ashwanii brings over a decade of experience across digital media, content and revenue leadership. In his new role, he will be responsible for revenue growth, brand partnerships and aligning commercial objectives with Brut’s editorial operations.
Commenting on the appointment, Mehak Kasbekar, Country Manager and Editor-in-Chief, Brut India, said: “At Brut, we’ve always believed that strong journalism and strong business must grow together. Ashwanii brings a rare combination of commercial acumen, deep respect for content and a collaborative leadership style. As we scale Brut India, his role will be critical in building partnerships that align with our values, amplify our voice and support long-term, meaningful growth.”
Ashwanii Dandonnaa added: “I appreciate the confidence the Brut leadership has placed in me as we enter a pivotal phase for Brut in India. With its unique blend of culture, purpose and storytelling, Brut has already built a powerful global platform. India represents a significant opportunity to scale that impact and I’m eager to collaborate with our teams, partners and creators to deliver meaningful, values-driven growth.”
Prior to joining Brut India, Ashwanii was Business Head, Branded Partnerships at Fork Media, where he also led national-level government partnerships.
