Jyoti Sharma Bawa is a distinguished journalist and the current Online Entertainment Editor at The Indian Express. With a career spanning over 20 years, she is a veteran voice in Indian media, specializing in the intersections of cinema, lifestyle, and global pop culture.

Throughout her two-decade professional trajectory, Bawa has held pivotal editorial roles at some of India’s most influential news organizations. Before leading the digital entertainment vertical at The Indian Express, she served in senior capacities at The Times of India, Hindustan Times, and The Statesman.

Her career also includes a significant international stint in Bahrain, where she served as the Senior Assistant Editor for the country’s premier lifestyle magazine, Bahrain This Month. This global exposure, combined with her experience at Sakaal, has shaped her perspective on both regional and international entertainment trends. Today, she leads a seasoned team of reporters and critics, documenting the significant shifts in the entertainment sector for a digital-first audience.

Bawa’s reportage is characterized by a "beyond-the-surface" approach that balances breaking news with incisive cultural commentary. Her primary areas of focus include:

• Pan-Indian Cinema: Comprehensive coverage of Bollywood and key regional industries, including Tollywood, Kollywood, and Mollywood.

• Hollywood & Global Trends: Tracking international developments and the rapid evolution of the global OTT and streaming landscape.

• De-jargonizing the Industry: Breaking down complex industry shifts—from the economics of box office records to the nuances of digital content ecosystems.

• Lifestyle & Health: Leveraging her extensive background to cover the broader lifestyle beats that intersect with the world of celebrity.

With over 2000 published articles and reviews, Bawa is recognized for her rigorous and objective analysis of Indian cinema. She has interviewed the industry’s most prominent figures across multiple generations—ranging from established icons like Deepika Padukone, Akshay Kumar, and Prabhas to contemporary stars such as Kartik Aaryan. She hosts Indian Express' premier flagship show, SCREEN Live. Her ability to secure exclusive insights and her sharp, educated critiques have established her as a trusted authority for readers seeking depth in an often superficial beat. She holds a Bachelor's degree in English from the Delhi University. She holds a PG Diploma in English Journalism from Bhartiya Vidya Bhawan.