Palki Sharma Upadhyay
| Palki Sharma Upadhyay | |
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 Palki sharma 2020.png Palki Sharma Upadhyay at exchange4media NEWS NEXT Conference 2020 | |
| Born | May 29, 1982 Pilani, Rajasthan, India |
| 🏫 Education | Alliance Française Delhi (C1 French), ICG Institute for Educational Research & Development (MA Communication and Journalism) |
| 🎓 Alma mater | Loreto Convent, Tara Hall, Shimla |
| 💼 Occupation | Journalist, News anchor, Managing editor |
| 📆 Years active | 2002–present |
| 👔 Employer | Firstpost (Network18) |
| 👩 Spouse(s) | Sanket Upadhyay (m. 2008) |
| 👶 Children | 2 |
Palki Sharma Upadhyay (born 29 May 1982) is an Indian journalist and news anchor who serves as the Managing Editor at Firstpost, a digital news platform under Network18.[1] She is known for her programs that present global events from an Indian perspective and for her extensive coverage of international affairs.[2] Formerly, she was Managing Editor at WION and hosted the internationally acclaimed show Gravitas, which won the "Best International News Show in English" award at the News Broadcasting Awards (ENBA) in 2020.[3]
Early life and education
Palki Sharma was born on 29 May 1982 in Pilani, Rajasthan, and was raised in Delhi.[citation needed] She comes from a diverse family background—her father is a former Indian cricketer and her mother is a beautician.[4]
She completed her schooling at Loreto Convent, Tara Hall, Shimla.[5] She holds a Master's degree in Communication and Journalism from ICG Institute for Educational Research & Development, Jaipur.[6] She is also a certified C1 French learner from Alliance Française Delhi.[6]
Career
Early career
Sharma began her journalism career in 2002 with Doordarshan, India's national public broadcaster, as a news anchor and reporter.[4] During her college years, she had started writing for local newspapers, which led to her entry into broadcast journalism.[4] At Doordarshan, she was responsible for hosting regional and national television programs, as well as researching, formatting, and writing news stories.[citation needed]
In 2004, she joined Hindustan Times as a Staff Writer, where she covered civic and social issues.[citation needed] She also handled film reviews and copy-editing for the newspaper's Jaipur edition during her one-year tenure.[citation needed]
CNN-News18
In May 2005, Sharma joined CNN-News18 (formerly CNN-IBN) as an Anchor and Senior Editor, where she worked for over a decade.[4] During her tenure, she hosted various news and talk shows, conducted interviews with prominent personalities including cabinet ministers, opposition leaders, business leaders, social activists, artists, authors, sports personalities, and film stars.[citation needed] She also contributed to IBNLive.com by reviewing books and conducting live online chats on current affairs.[citation needed]
WION
In 2019, Sharma joined WION (World Is One News) as Managing Editor.[citation needed] At WION, she became the face of the prime-time international news show Gravitas, which gained global recognition for its analytical approach to international affairs.[2] The show won her the "Best International News Show in English" award at the News Broadcasting Awards (ENBA) in 2020.[3] Under her leadership, WION's YouTube channel garnered over 352 million views, surpassing several international and Indian English news channels.[3]
Firstpost
In September 2022, Sharma left WION and joined Firstpost (Network18) as Managing Editor.[1] At Firstpost, she hosts the flagship show Vantage with Palki Sharma, which airs Monday to Friday at 9 PM IST.[7] She also hosts other programs, including Flashback and Between the Lines.[5] Her show Vantage is described as presenting global news with an Indian perspective, challenging conventional wisdom on international affairs.[7]
Since the launch of Vantage in late January 2023, Firstpost has witnessed remarkable growth. The platform's YouTube channel experienced a 673% growth in views, from 11 million views in January to 85 million views in April 2023.[8][9] The channel crossed one million subscribers on YouTube, with over 60% of its audience coming from international locations.[8]
Media presence and impact
Sharma maintains an active presence on social media platforms, including Twitter (@palkisu) and Instagram (@palkisharmaupadhyay).[citation needed] Her programs, particularly Vantage, have gained significant viewership on digital platforms, with millions of views on YouTube.[10]
She was notably the first Indian correspondent to cover Barack Obama's U.S. presidential campaign and has been widely recognized for her coverage of international affairs, including reports on Iraqi refugees and Tibetans in India.[citation needed] Her reportage on the Russia-Ukraine conflict garnered over 25 million views on WION's YouTube channel and was lauded by world leaders including Ukrainian Ambassador to India Igor Polikha.[3]
Awards and recognition
Sharma has received numerous accolades for her contributions to journalism:[6]
- Best News Reader Award (2007)[6]
- Best International News Show in English for Gravitas (ENBA, 2020)[3]
- TV Anchor of the Year (IAA Leadership Awards, 2021)[11]
- Outstanding Contribution to Media Award (AIMA Managing India Awards, 2022)[3]
- Bharat Asmita Jana Jagaran Shreshta Award for best use of mass media (MIT World Peace University, 2023)[6]
- Most Stylish Journalist (Lokmat Stylish Awards, 2023)[12]
Personal life
Sharma married journalist Sanket Upadhyay in 2008.[5][4] The couple has two children: a daughter and a son.[4]
Beyond journalism, Sharma has entrepreneurial interests. She owns a designer saree brand called "Reyva," showcasing her passion for traditional Indian fashion.[4]
Philosophy and approach
Sharma is known for her analytical approach to journalism and her commitment to presenting international news through an Indian lens.[2] She has spoken about the importance of storytelling in journalism, emphasizing the need for Indian media to tell India's story in its own words rather than through Western perspectives.[2] Her programs focus on providing viewers with comprehensive analysis that goes beyond headlines to uncover hidden stories and challenge conventional wisdom.[7]
See also
References
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 "Palki Sharma Upadhyay: The Journalist Who was chosen by journalism". Sovrenn. 13 November 2024. Retrieved 18 September 2025.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 "WION News' Palki Sharma wins Outstanding Contribution to Media Award at AIMA". Media News 4U. 12 April 2022. Retrieved 18 September 2025.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.5 4.6 "Meet Popular Journalist, Palki Sharma Upadhyay, Senior Editor at FirstPost". Bollywood Shaadis. 15 May 2025. Retrieved 18 September 2025.
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 "Palki Sharma Upadhyay - Biography". IMDb. Retrieved 18 September 2025.
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 6.2 6.3 6.4 "MIT-WPU Awardee: Smt. Palki Sharma". MIT World Peace University. 2 February 2023. Retrieved 18 September 2025.
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 7.2 "Vantage by Palki Sharma - Latest International News and Analysis". Firstpost. Retrieved 18 September 2025.
- ↑ 8.0 8.1 "FirstPost takes the lead with massive 673% growth in YouTube video views in three months". Media Infoline. 14 May 2023. Retrieved 18 September 2025.
- ↑ "Palki Sharma's show 'Vantage' drives 673% growth in FirstPost's YouTube views". Media Brief. 14 May 2023. Retrieved 18 September 2025.
- ↑ "Firstpost Reaches 1 Million Subscribers: Palki Sharma's Message To Viewers". YouTube. Retrieved 18 September 2025.
- ↑ "Palki Sharma Upadhyay receives the TV Anchor of the Year award at the IAA Leadership Awards 2021". afaqs!. 28 September 2021. Retrieved 18 September 2025.
- ↑ "Palki Sharma Upadhyay - Awards". IMDb. 10 September 2025. Retrieved 18 September 2025.
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