Ashish S. Kulkarni is a visionary leader in India’s animation and visual effects industry, serving as the Chairman of FICCI’s Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, and Comics Forum and the MCCIA Animation & Gaming Committee. Renowned for pioneering world-class animation studios and creating iconic Indian animated content, his achievements include Little Krishna (2009), Shaktiman (2011), and Krishna and Kans, India’s first animated stereoscopic 3D feature film. A passionate advocate for animation education, Ashish has designed curricula for esteemed institutions like Whistling Woods, Birla Institute of Technology, and FTII Pune. As the former CEO of Reliance Animation and founder of Punnaryug Creations, he has elevated Indian animation to global recognition. Honored with numerous accolades, including an Honorary Doctorate in Business Management, Ashish remains committed to showcasing India’s rich talent and culture on the international stage through groundbreaking animated content.