Warner Music India has announced the appointment of Vikram Kulkarni as its new Chief Financial Officer. The move aims to further strengthen the company’s leadership team and enhance collaboration across Warner Music’s APAC region to reach a wider global and regional audience.
Kulkarni brings over 17 years of experience in financial leadership, strategic business partnering, and governance across global and Indian enterprises. Before joining Warner Music India, he served as Finance Controller at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where he worked with the India and South Asia leadership team to drive sustainable growth and operational efficiency.
He has also held key roles at Ernst & Young and Welspun Group, with expertise spanning financial reporting, audit, tax, and business performance management.
Vikram Kulkarni, CFO, Warner Music India, said, “I’m honoured to join Warner Music India during such a dynamic and pivotal time for the Indian and South Asian music markets. The company’s artist-first approach and bold vision for the future of music in India and South Asia is truly inspiring. I look forward to working with the talented team to build sustainable growth, strengthen financial governance, empower creativity, and contribute to the company’s continued success in this high-potential market.”
Jay Mehta, Managing Director, Warner Music India & SAARC, added, “Vikram brings a rare combination of financial expertise, strategic insight, and leadership experience that aligns perfectly with Warner Music India’s growth ambitions. I am confident that Vikram will play an instrumental role in enabling our teams, empowering creativity, and steering the company toward sustainable success in this dynamic market.”
