India’s creator economy evolves into a media powerhouse, says YouTube India MD Gunjan Soni

IndiaCreator EconomyCreator EconomyShoppable VideoAffiliate MarketingThe Economic Times · October 15, 2026 at 7:46 PM
India’s creator economy evolves into a media powerhouse, says YouTube India MD Gunjan Soni

YouTube India MD Gunjan Soni stated that India's creator economy has evolved into a media powerhouse. This evolution is a significant development in the country's digital landscape, with YouTube playing a crucial role in this growth. The statement highlights the increasing importance of creators and their content in shaping the media landscape in India.

The growth of India's creator economy matters for social commerce as it indicates a shift in how content is consumed and created in the country. With more creators producing high-quality content, there is a greater opportunity for brands to partner with them, reaching a wider audience and driving sales. This, in turn, can lead to increased adoption of social commerce platforms and features, such as shoppable videos and affiliate marketing.

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