Warner Music India has announced the appointment of Vikram Kulkarni as chief financial officer. 

With the now-strengthened team in India, Warner Music’s APAC region will see more collaboration, helping bring music to a wider global and regional audience.

Kulkarni moves from Thermo Fisher Scientific, where he was a finance controller.  

Jay Mehta, managing director, Warner Music India & SAARC, said, “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.” 

Kulkarni added, “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 are 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.”

In a career spanning over 18 years, he has also worked with Welspun Corp and Ernst & Young, among others.