Creating Stories that Connect the World
Sarvian Media
Welcome to Sarvian Media! We are a boutique media company that focuses on the creation of digital content for global films, animation, video interviews, podcasts and books. Our mission is
clear: to create captivating narratives that connect with audiences everywhere. Through the power of storytelling, we aim to unite the world, spark new ideas, and share messages that uplift
humanity.
Creating Stories that Connect the World
Sarvian Media
Welcome to Sarvian Media! We are a boutique media company that focuses on the creation of digital content for global films, animation, video interviews, podcasts and books. Our mission is
clear: to create captivating narratives that connect with audiences everywhere. Through the power of storytelling, we aim to unite the world, spark new ideas, and share messages that uplift
humanity.
About Us
Sarvian Media: A Visionary Journey by Shirley and Apurva Desai
Apurva Desai has had a diverse career leading business operations in global companies, characterized by two main dimensions.
1. Technology Innovation
2. Global Storytelling
After building his career and foundation in Silicon Valley with large technology companies (Ernst & Young, Intel, Yahoo!), he got lured by the Silicon Valley emerging growth and startup mantra and held executive leadership roles at growth companies in the consumer and mobile internet and entertainment space. First, with newly public mobile gaming pure play Glu Mobile (later acquired by Electronic Arts), then with digital photography site Scrapblog (acquired by Mixbook) and finally with emerging market video streaming leader Viu (acquired by PCCW).
As CFO of Viu, Apurva become immersed in global strorytelling; first building the technology that allowed video content to be consumed on all mobile networks, then acquiring global content in India, Middle East, Southeast Asia, and Africa for consumption across mobile carrier networks, and then production of original content with global production studios for Viu’s App Store direct to consumer app. Acquiring and creating Korean, Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Indonesia, Pakistani, Thai, South African, Malaysian, Singaporean and English content amongst others set his global storytelling appetite in motion.
Along with his wife Shirley Desai, Sarvian Media was created to continue to build, share and connect audiences with additional global stories. Apurva also continues to drive innovation as a Partner at early stage venture fund, Interstate Fusion Ventures.
Apurva serves as an Executive in Residence at the Commonwealth Club/World Affairs Council in San Francisco, an organization a not for profit advocacy group that convenes thought leaders, change makers, and engaged citizens to share ideas, learn from each other and effect change to the world’s most challenging problems. Apurva is also an instructor at University of California, Berkeley School of Law and Business executive education program.
Apurva Desai
CEO
Shirley Desai
Chief Storyteller
Sarvian Media is the culmination of years of vision and dedication by Shirley and Apurva Desai. Shirley’s career began with prominent roles in Fortune 100 companies like FedEx and Intel Corporation. However, her passion for creativity led her to pursue a more fulfilling professional path.
As Shirley immersed herself in the worlds of marketing and business, she simultaneously deepened her understanding of life and humanity through the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda and the teachings of Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras. This journey of exploration inspired her to author The 7 Connections to Happiness and Harmony – Decision Making Made Easy with Yoga’s 7 Chakras, a guide that marries practical decision-making with the spiritual insights of Yoga.
In recent years, Shirley has channeled her creative energy into writing a fictional adventure story, which she plans to publish in 2025. Her current focus is on crafting narratives that intertwine her profound knowledge of Yoga with richly developed characters, creating stories that are both unique and deeply engaging. Additionally, Shirley is passionate about telling the real-life stories of individuals who have led extraordinary lives, capturing their experiences in compelling and inspiring ways. Shirley holds an MBA from the Kelley School of Business.
Our Projects
Chennai Story
When Nikhil, an aspiring filmmaker from Wales goes to Chennai, he finds himself attracted to Anu, a spunky private detective whom he hires to locate his estranged father, a celebrated writer who hasn’t gotten over his wife’s rejection for two decades.
Shiniwa
Based on the powerful book Shiniwa, this true story follows a young boy from a prominent family who endures abuse and is sent away to a distant land to be raised by monks. There, under the guidance of a caring teacher, he learns to cultivate love and compassion in a world he once believed was dominated by hate.
Nick and Jack's Magical Christmas Adventure
Nick and Jack Garcia are two brothers with contrasting personalities. Nick, the older, is a kind and studious boy, while Jack is a fun-loving and social whirlwind. Despite their differences, they share a strong brotherly bond that’s tested when they’re thrust into a magical Christmas adventure. As they compete for the chance to become Santa’s successor, their journey reveals the true meaning of Christmas and the power of family.
Our Partners
Guru Group is an India Based Global Media Entertainment Company. Their talented team believes in telling Magical Stories of Adventure and Fantasy from diverse cultures with a Universal Appeal.
