Primebook India, an Android-led full-stack tech brand, announced the inclusion and support of Bhavesh Gupta, Former President & COO at Paytm onto its Advisory Board and the appointment of Tathagata Ray as Creative Director.
Bhavesh Gupta is a seasoned financial services professional with over 25 years of experience in banking, digital lending, and fintech. His extensive expertise in scaling financial services and digital platforms brings a valuable perspective to Primebook’s Advisory Board, as the company accelerates its mission.
Tathagata Ray comes with over 15 years of experience in creativity and advertising with a rich legacy of working with top-tier global brands and agencies. In his new role, he will lead brand development and creative strategy at Primebook. Previously, he led creative content at Air India Limited and held leadership roles at Meta, The Glitch, and Grapes Digital, among others.
Bhavesh Gupta said, “What compelled me to join Primebook’s advisory board is its futuristic approach to building deeptech solutions that can redefine how Indian youth access and experience computing. Moreover, it’s led by young entrepreneurs with sharp execution and long-term vision. I look forward to working with them on business and marketing strategy, scaling operations, and building a go-to-market engine that can accelerate meaningful digital empowerment across the country.”
Chitranshu Mahant, Co-Founder and CEO at Primebook, said, “We are at a transformative stage of growth, and having industry stalwarts like Bhavesh Gupta as part of our advisory board is a strong validation of our vision and execution. His deep expertise in scaling consumer-facing businesses and driving financial inclusion will be instrumental as we expand our footprint and deepen our impact. We are proud to be building a team that combines creativity, strategy, and execution excellence with expert guidance from industry leaders like Mr. Gupta.”
Tathagata Ray said, “I’m thrilled to join the Primebook team at such an exciting time in the company’s journey. I look forward to working with such a talented group of individuals and contributing to Primebook’s growth and innovation. Together, we will build a stronger, more creative vision for the future, ensuring that the brand continues to push boundaries and deliver excellence.”
Aman Verma, Co-Founder and CMO at Primebook, said, “At Primebook, we are committed to building world-class computing solutions that are built for the new India. We’re thrilled to welcome Tathagata Ray, whose creative leadership will elevate our brand narrative and connect us more meaningfully with our users. I look forward to working closely with him to build an unforgettable brand identity for Primebook India.”
Recently, Primebook raised $2 million in a pre-Series A funding round, a mix of equity and debt. The round saw participation from Inflection Point Ventures (IPV), Auxano Capital and NexG Devices along with angel investors including Rikant Pittie, Bhavesh Gupta and Co-founder and CEO of EaseMyTrip.
