MUMBAI,
India, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Bollywood
superstar Ayushmann Khurrana, an actor and recording artist known
both for his blockbuster movies and chartbusting songs, has signed
a global recording deal with Warner Music
India, the country's leading music label, in the next
chapter of his artist career.
Signing with Warner Music India will enable Khurrana to
access the label's global ecosystem, helping him connect with
audiences and artists beyond India's borders. The first release
from this partnership is expected to drop next month.
Expressing his excitement about the
partnership, Ayushmann Khurrana states: "I have always
wanted to collaborate with like-minded people in my pursuit of
creative excellence. I want to take my music to a global audience
and I'm confident that with Warner Music India by my side, I
will make some significant strides in this realm. I cannot wait to
unveil my next song to people. It will be a new sound that people
haven't heard from me before which is extremely exciting personally
for me."
Jay Mehta, Managing Director, Warner Music India & SAARC, comments:
"Ayushmann has experienced unparalleled success with his films,
and we're excited to see him now scale new heights as a pop star.
With his passion for music, a versatile sonic identity, and our
artist-first ecosystem, we are thrilled to build an iconic roadmap
for him on his music journey."
Alfonso Perez Soto, President,
Emerging Markets, Warner Music Group adds: "Ayushmann
already enjoys immense popularity in India and among the global Indian diaspora. We
believe he has the talent and charisma to connect with even more
audiences worldwide and become a truly global music and
entertainment icon."
Max Lousada, CEO, Recorded
Music, Warner Music Group concludes: "Ayushmann and his
distinctive voice light up the stage and screen, and he has the
star quality to captivate audiences around the world. I'm very
excited about the music culture in India right now - its diversity, pace, and
dynamism are inspiring - and we have big global plans for our
artists and our company."
Ayushmann has lent his voice to several iconic pop songs over
the past decade, including hits such as "Mitti Di Khushboo," "Paani Da Rang," and "Mere
Liye Tum Kaafi Ho", each amassing millions of views. In his
cinematic journey, he stands out as the sole Indian actor to be
honored twice by TIME Magazine within just three years,
recognized for his groundbreaking use of cinema for social change,
solidifying his influence on a global scale.
L-R in the attached photo: Jay Mehta, Max Lousada, Ayushmann Khurrana, Alfonso Perez-Soto
Warner Music Group Media Contact
Adam Merrett
Adam.merrett@warnermusic.com
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