Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, August 2025 – Music Broadcast Ltd. (Radio City), India’s pioneering FM broadcaster, today announced a strategic management restructuring with the appointment of Abraham Thomas as Chief Executive Officer with effect from September 1, 2025 and Rajiv Shah as Chief Financial Officer effective August 20, 2025.
Mr. Thomas has also served as the CEO of Radio City in an earlier stint. He now makes a comeback to lead the organisation, once again. In his most recent role, he was the CEO of Big FM wherein he championed digital-first initiatives and innovative content strategies that significantly enhanced audience engagement and business growth.
Mr. Abraham Thomas brings over three decades of leadership experience across broadcasting, print, and digital media in India, China, and South Asia. He has previously co-founded One Network Entertainment, and held senior roles at RED FM, MTV Asia, Sony Entertainment Television, and The Indian Express. With a proven track record of driving growth and transformation, he is well-positioned to steer Radio City into its next phase of innovation and expansion.
Mr. Rajiv Shah, a qualified Chartered Accountant, was overseeing the Investor Relation & Corporate Strategy of Music Broadcast Ltd since 2022. He possesses over 25 years of comprehensive financial expertise, encompassing senior leadership roles in finance and accounting across diverse industries, with experience in multinational corporations and the banking sector.
Shailesh Gupta, Director of Music Broadcast Ltd., welcoming the management change, said, “We are thrilled to welcome back Abraham to Radio City. He has successfully led multiple business transformations in media and entertainment and has deep understanding of the industry. We firmly believe he will be instrumental in reinstating the prominence of the Radio City brand and steering it toward unprecedented success. Rajiv has been one of our growth pillars and has led our company to many important milestones. Together both the gentlemen will be pivotal in charting out the next phase of our growth journey.”
“The board of directors and the management is extremely thankful to Ashit for his remarkable contributions towards our organisational growth. His vision towards expanding our digital capabilities has led the foundations to a strong future for Radio City.”
“I am thrilled to return to Radio City at inflection point in its journey,” said, Abraham Thomas, CEO designate of Radio City. “Because of its long history and spirit of innovation, Radio City is in a unique position to provide audiences with engaging experiences and partners with unrivalled value. I’m looking forward to associate with the team to map out the next stage of expansion.”
From owning the title of ‘a Legacy FM brand,’ Radio City has evolved over time into a comprehensive entertainment destination that combines traditional radio with strong digital, on-ground, and experiential offerings. Through this reorganization, the company reiterates its pledge to maintaining its lead in India’s rapidly changing media and entertainment panorama.
About Radio City
Radio City, a subsidiary of Jagran Prakashan Ltd. under Music Broadcast Limited (MBL), is India’s first private FM radio broadcaster with over two decades of experience. With 39 stations across 12 states and 1 Union Territory, Radio City reaches 62% of India’s FM population, engaging 69 million weekly listeners (Source: AZ Research 2019). Its digital presence extends through www.radiocity.in.
Driven by its brand philosophy “Rag Rag Mein Daude City,” Radio City has pioneered unique and impactful content that resonates with city pride. The launch of #CityKiNayiVibe aims to connect with Gen Z through a fresh, modern sound. Popular IPs like ‘Babber Sher,’ ‘Joke Studio,’ and ‘Love Guru‘ have become listener favourites. The station also champions independent music with the ‘Radio City Freedom Awards’ and provides a platform for emerging talent through ‘Radio City Super Singer,’ the first radio singing talent hunt, ongoing for 16 years. Additionally, ‘Radio City Business Titans’ was introduced in 2022 to honour excellence in Indian businesses.
Radio City has embraced ‘Radigitalization,’ integrating radio with digital technology for a seamless experience. This includes AI-driven RJ Sia, who offers personalized, dynamic content, and RC Studio, a 24/7 video channel that blends video and audio, expanding Radio City’s reach and engagement. Radio City launched Muzartdisco, India’s first one-stop platform empowering independent artists with 360-degree career opportunities and global visibility, while also introducing SMINCO.in, an automated influencer marketing platform redefining digital brand engagement.
Radio City has earned over 264 awards from prestigious platforms such as New York Festivals, ACEF Global, and India Radio Forum. In 2022, Music Broadcast Limited received ‘India’s Best Company of the Year 2022’ from Berkshire Media. Radio City has consistently ranked as a top workplace in the Great Place To Work survey. In 2024, it was named the 7th Best Workplace in India and the Best Workplace for Millennials, while ranking 33rd in Asia and 1st in the Media sector. Previously, Radio City was recognized among India’s Top 75 Workplaces for Women in 2019 and achieved 4th place for Best Large Workplaces in Asia in 2020. Known for its vibrant culture, Radio City embodies trust, pride, and camaraderie, offering an exceptional workplace experience for all employees.
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