Shreyas Srinivasan

In this discussion, Shreyas Srinivasan, former Chief Product Officer at Paytm and founder of District, and Sudhir Syal, former CEO of Bookmyshow Indonesia and Middle East, delve into why Indians favor attending live events abroad over local options. They explore cultural shifts and logistical challenges in India's event scene versus international norms. The duo also tackles the shifting financial power in the music industry and highlights the myriad reasons behind this trend, showcasing a fascinating contrast between local experiences and those abroad.

Chandrashekhar Vattikuti, Chief Product Officer at InMobi with a rich background at Yahoo and Microsoft, joins Shreyas Srinivasan, Chief Product Officer at Paytm and founder of Paytm Insider. They delve into the evolving identity crisis facing Product Managers in India, sparked by funding cuts and AI rise. They question the necessity of Product Managers, tracing their transformation from ambiguous roles to structured disciplines. The discussion highlights the balance between data-driven strategies and genuine user experiences in product development.