Vivek Bahl shares with Tellychakkar.com why he decided to move on from Viacom 18 to Sony Entertainment Television

Yesterday, Indiantelevision.com flashed the news of Sony Entertainment Television appointing Vivek Bahl as its Chief Creative Director. Henceforth, Bahl will be responsible for the overall programming of the Hindi general entertainment channel. Now, we are sure that Vivek might have had roller-coaster ride in the last few months. Why? Well first, Imagine TV shut down out of nowhere, which he was heading, and after that he had a very brief stint with Viacom 18 where he was Network Advisor - Content. Vivek shared with Indiantelevision.com, “I'm delighted to join Set and hope to provide valuable programming inputs in all genres of shows. This is an exciting and challenging role and I am honored that trust has been reposed in my abilities.” Later, Tellychakkar.com sent a message to Vivek on Facebook and asked him why he chose to move on from Viacom18 in such a short span of time (two months to be precise). He replied back, which read: “you know, sometimes things just don’t jell... i was yet to sign my contract with viacom18, & it finally just didn't work out... despite everyone's best efforts... i really respect Raghav (Bahl) & Vandana (Malik)... have known them for 20 years... & didn't want to stress out our relationship... therefore, decided not to sign on... only after i got out, 3 weeks ago, did i speak with sony... & things worked out... (sic).” Vivek, we just hope that you shine in your new enterprise with Sony Entertainment Television. We are sure your huge experience in the field of entertainment will come in handy for the channel. Here’s wishing you happy and prosperous days ahead!!