Entertainment Network (India) Limited (ENIL) is an Indian media company best known for operating the FM radio brand Radio Mirchi. A subsidiary of Bennett, Coleman & Company Limited (the publisher of The Times of India), ENIL is one of the largest private FM radio broadcasters in India and is listed on Indian stock exchanges.
| Name | Entertainment Network (India) Limited |
|---|---|
| Type | Public company |
| Industry | Media, broadcasting, radio |
| Flagship brand | Radio Mirchi |
| Parent | Bennett, Coleman & Company Limited (The Times Group) |
| Headquarters | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Country | India |
| Listings | BSE, NSE |
ENIL emerged as the radio arm of the Times Group when the Government of India opened up FM radio broadcasting to private operators in the late 1990s and early 2000s. The company was incorporated to bid for and operate FM frequencies awarded under the Phase I and subsequent phases of the Government's private FM licensing policy. Its flagship station, Radio Mirchi, has since become one of the most recognised FM brands in the country, broadcasting on the 98.3 MHz frequency in most cities.
The company's primary business is the operation of FM radio stations across multiple Indian cities under the Radio Mirchi banner. Its programming is largely focused on Hindi film music, regional content tailored to local markets, and entertainment-oriented talk segments fronted by radio jockeys.
In addition to terrestrial FM, ENIL has expanded into adjacent areas, including:
ENIL is regarded as one of the pioneers of private FM radio in India. Through Radio Mirchi, the company has played a notable role in shaping the modern Indian radio jockey culture, popularising on-air contests, branded radio events, and city-specific programming. Its scale, multi-city footprint, and association with the Times Group make it a significant player in the Indian audio and broadcasting industry.
ENIL operates as a subsidiary within the broader Times Group, which also has interests in newspapers (The Times of India, The Economic Times), television (Times Network), and digital media. Within this group, ENIL is positioned as the dedicated radio and audio entertainment business.