A well-deserved winner of the e4m 40 Under 40 Revenue Leader Award, Manu Khanna is the digital revenue powerhouse at India Today Group, where he currently leads revenue strategy across connected TV, AI, content, and programmatic platforms.With an impressive 17+ years in ad sales and monetisation, Manu’s journey spans legacy and digital-first companies.

From helming revenue at Zee Khana Khazana, managing integrated media monetisation at Hungama, to pioneering brand solutions at OOH Media and Meow 104.8 FM, Manu has witnessed, and shaped, the full arc of India’s digital advertising evolution.For over a decade at India Today, he has played a pivotal role in modernising its revenue engine, successfully navigating the ever-evolving digital landscape. With a track record rooted in both strategic thinking and hands-on execution, Manu Khanna exemplifies what it means to drive sustainable revenue growth in India’s media ecosystem.

The inaugural edition of e4m Revenue Leaders 40 under 40 awards 2025 was held on July 30 in Delhi. This prestigious recognition honours young leaders who have made significant contributions to their organizations and the industry as a whole. The awards aim to acknowledge individuals under the age of 40 who have demonstrated exceptional prowess, innovation, and leadership in driving revenue growth and shaping the future of media and marketing. These awards are a testament to their dedication, strategic vision, and transformative impact within their respective domains.