Dr. Aditi Khare

Dr. Aditi Khare is a media scholar and educator specializing in cinema and cultural studies, visual communication, and digital media. Her doctoral research explores the intersection of Korean popular culture and Indian youth fandom, examining cultural influence through qualitative and quantitative methodologies. Her broader research areas include digital cultural representation and engagement, sustainability narratives in documentary cinema, gender and masculinity in Asian dramas, media literacy, and semiotic analysis of visual texts. A Gold Medalist and UGC-NET qualified academic, she blends theoretical rigor with industry exposure gained through her work with leading platforms such as Josh Talks, BBC News, and Dainik Bhaskar. Her teaching approach emphasizes experiential learning, critical media analysis, and storytelling for the creator economy. She is passionate about mentoring students to integrate classical communication theories with contemporary digital practices, fostering both academic excellence and professional competence.