Sumant Bahl, Owner, India Champions

Sumant Bahl started his career in 1994 as part of the pioneering team of Pay TV distribution in India. He was an integral part of the transformational journey of Indian television with the launch of major channels, including Star Movies, Zee Cinema and Star World. Following this, he joined Time Warner and was involved in the launch of HBO and Cartoon Network channels in India. In 2004, Mr Bahl moved to the UK as Head of Distribution & Marketing for Zee Europe. Mr Bahl began his entrepreneurial journey in 2008 by setting up a TV Media consultancy, and an advertising agency specialising in marketing Ethnic Asian brands in the UK. In 2015 Sumant Bahl along with Jaspal Bahra founded Grace Entertainment which has orchestrated several mega shows in the UK, Europe, New Zealand, and Australia.

Salman Ahmed, Owner, India Champions

Salman Ahmed has been a widely recognised name in the global entertainment and music industry since 1987. In a remarkable journey spanning 36 years, Mr Ahmed has produced numerous musical events worldwide. His association with Oxford University's Music Faculty, including setting up a music room for them reflects his commitment to nurturing talent and education. His expertise in marketing and management enabled him to strengthen his global imprint in the field of music and entertainment. In the year 2022, at the Qatar FIFA World Cup orchestrated a pre-event that drew a crowd of over 50,000, thus solidifying his role as a key player in the international arena. Salman Ahmed continues to redefine global standards, leaving an indelible mark on the world stage.

Jaspal Bahra, Owner, India Champions

Jaspal Bahra is a financial specialist with over 18 years of rich experience in the investment banking sector. He is FCA-registered and brings a wealth of knowledge from his experience in Barclay’s Wealth, HSBC Private Bank, JP Morgan, Brewin Dolphin & Wesleyan. Jaspal was the first Indian promoter to produce an annual show at London’s O2 Arena.