Keynote speaker
Krishnan Guru-MurthyLead Channel 4 News Newsreader and Global Affairs Correspondent
- Based in
- UK
- Fee tier
- Headline£10k – £25k indicative · subject to negotiation
About Krishnan Guru-Murthy
Krishnan Guru-Murthy is the long-standing, award-winning anchor of Channel 4 News and a prominent face of the international documentary series Unreported World. Since starting his career with the BBC, he has presented a diverse range of programmes including Newsnight and the iconic children's series Newsround. His versatility as a broadcaster is evidenced by his work on The National Lottery Live, the arts showcase East, and groundbreaking live events such as The Autopsy, which featured the first televised public post-mortem.
Beyond the newsroom, he is a seasoned moderator of high-level debates covering complex themes from human genetics to the societal influence of reality television. He currently hosts the popular podcast Ways to Change the World, where he engages influential figures in conversations about the transformative ideas shaping modern life. His cultural presence also extends to entertainment, with guest appearances on 8 Out of 10 Cats and Never Mind the Buzzcocks, alongside a role in the film Shaun of the Dead.
An authoritative voice on geopolitics and current affairs, he is frequently booked for his ability to navigate sensitive topics with clarity and professional rigour. Audiences value his extensive experience in live broadcasting and his sophisticated understanding of the global political landscape.
On stage, Krishnan Guru-Murthy is best known for talks on Politics & Geopolitics. Audiences leave with a clear, practical view of the subject rather than a generic overview — every keynote is shaped around the brief and the room.
Krishnan Guru-Murthy is regularly booked for Presenter & Awards Host, adapting tone, length and format to suit the event — from a 20-minute opener to a full conference keynote with Q&A.
Based in UK, Krishnan Guru-Murthy travels internationally for engagements.
To check availability or request a tailored brief for your event, send an enquiry and we'll come back with fees, dates and a short summary of how Krishnan Guru-Murthy would approach your audience.
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Frequently asked questions
- How do I book Krishnan Guru-Murthy?
- Send a booking enquiry using the form on this page. We'll confirm Krishnan's availability and reply with fees and next steps.
- How much does Krishnan Guru-Murthy cost to book?
- Krishnan Guru-Murthy sits in our Headline fee tier (£10k – £25k indicative). Fees are tier ranges and are subject to negotiation depending on event date, location, format and audience size — we help negotiate the final fee as part of the booking. Send an enquiry and we'll come back with a firm quote.
- What topics does Krishnan Guru-Murthy speak on?
- Krishnan speaks on Politics & Geopolitics.
- Where is Krishnan Guru-Murthy based?
- Krishnan is based in UK and travels internationally for speaking engagements.
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