Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, June 2025 — PK Anil Kumar has rejoined McCann Worldgroup as Director – Creative Excellence, marking his fourth tenure with the globally awarded creative agency. With an illustrious career spanning nearly 29 years, Anil brings to the table a wealth of creative experience as a writer, lyricist, director, and advertising leader known for delivering 360-degree brand solutions and breakthrough storytelling across media.
Prior to this appointment, Anil served as Creative Head & Executive Creative Director at McCann Health, where he led transformative health communication initiatives recognized for both their creativity and impact. His previous leadership role at Windchimes Communications as Creative Head and Partner saw him shape digital-first narratives and branding strategies for a range of clients. At Climb Media, he showcased his storytelling skills as a screenwriter and lyricist, working on socially impactful short films and feature projects.
Over the years, Anil has also held senior roles at BBDO Lanka, Bates CHI & Partners, and Minority Brand Creation and Management LLP, contributing to the success of marquee campaigns for brands such as Onida, Meru Cabs, Reliance Cement, Legrand, and many more. He played a pivotal role in repositioning brands like Aquaguard and Fortune Oils, and helped launch Mumbai Metro and Meru Cabs during his stint at Minority.
Earlier in his career, he held prominent creative positions at Triton Communications, RK Swamy BBDO, and McCann Erickson New Delhi, crafting campaigns for global brands like Bacardi, Gillette, Motorola, and MasterCard. He began his advertising journey at Chiranjan Advertising, working on tourism campaigns for Delhi and Rajasthan.
An alumnus of the advertising industry’s golden generation, PK Anil Kumar is celebrated for his unique blend of cultural insight and strategic storytelling. His appointment at McCann Worldgroup is expected to further strengthen the agency’s pursuit of creative excellence across campaigns and platforms.
McCann Worldgroup
McCann Worldgroup, part of Interpublic Group (NYSE: IPG), is a leading global creative solutions company that operates in over 100 countries. It has been recognized as Network of the Year at the 2024 Andys, the 2023 Global Effie Index, and EPICA Awards. The group comprises core networks like McCann, MRM, CRAFT, and FutureBrand, along with Momentum Worldwide, Weber Shandwick, and UM, delivering integrated marketing solutions across all channels.
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