Mumbai: MX Player has appointed Suresh Menon as content and creative head of MX Studios.

Menon is an actor-comedian who has worked in the Indian film industry and featured in more than 50 films in his career and over 100 TV shows. Previously, he was the co-founder and managing director of the digital media company One Network Entertainment. He is also well-known for his 12-year stint at 93.5 RED FM as a radio jockey.

“I have been a part of the media and entertainment fraternity for close to two decades and I have had a vast experience in scripting, ideating and storytelling across formats like theatre, television, films, and web series. I am excited to bring these strengths to my new role as the content and creative head for MX Studios,” said Suresh Menon.

Menon's notable appearances include his roles in the films "Houseful," "Dasvidaniya," "Phir Hera Pheri," "Dil Toh Pagal Hai," "Partner," and "Bheja Fry 2." He has also appeared as a judge on the game show "Hello Kaun? Pehchaan Kaun" along with Chunky Pandey.

"We are delighted to announce the launch of MX Studios that will curate and produce scripted narratives in an entertaining fashion & we are excited to have Suresh Menon on board," stated MX Media chief operating officer Nikhil Gandhi. "Having demonstrated a history of working across different entertainment media as well as running his own content production business, we believe he is the perfect addition to the team at MX Studios.”