Media Masterclass with Mr Malcolm Mistry
14-July-2026
The Mass Communication and Digital Media (MCDM) batch at XIC had the opportunity to attend a guest lecture by veteran media professional, Mr. Malcolm Mistry on July 14. With an expertise of over three decades, Mr. Malcolm Mistry has held executive role in some of India’s leading organisations like the Indian Express, India Today, DNA etc. Drawing on from his wealth of experience in Journalism and Media Management, he shared valuable insights into the evolution of traditional media to an advanced digital ecosystem.
The session was highly interactive, with enthusiastic participation from the students fostering meaningful insights into the gradual shift of the media landscape. Mr Mistry introduced us to a key concept that resonated with many, “media agnostic”. He enlightened us on how effective communication is not defined by a particular medium rather the most appropriate platform serves the intended message to the audience. He also urged the students to move beyond traditional versus digital debate, emphasizing that different media platforms complement each other. While digital media amplified voices, he also stressed upon the role of ethical journalism and critical thinking in navigating the rapidly evolving media in contemporary times.
By Sanah Goel