Brands
Bolas signs Kannada cinema legend Anant Nag as brand ambassador
Mumbai: Bolas, a leading name in the dry fruits, nuts, and sweets industry in India, is delighted to announce the appointment of veteran Kannada actor Anant Nag as its brand ambassador. With a strong presence of over 70 stores across Karnataka, Bolas is set to strengthen its connection with the local community through this exciting partnership.
Anant Nag, a celebrated actor known for his outstanding contributions to the Kannada film industry, brings his charisma, credibility, and immense popularity to the Bolas family. His association with the brand is a testament to Bolas’ commitment to quality and tradition, mirroring the values that have made Anant Nag an icon in Karnataka.
Bolas has been serving its customers with premium quality dry fruits, nuts, and sweets for several decades, maintaining a legacy of taste, trust, and excellence. Bolas’ strength lies in their supply chain operations, enabling them to procure their products from farmers around the world. With Anant Nag as the brand ambassador, Bolas aims to enhance its connection with the people of Karnataka, reinforcing its position as the preferred choice for authentic and delectable treats.
Speaking about his association with Bolas, Anant Nag expressed, “I have known the Bolas family for a long time. It gives me a great pleasure to be associated with Bolas, which shares my passion for tradition and quality.
Bolas is confident that this collaboration will not only elevate its brand presence but also inspire a new generation of consumers to appreciate the rich flavors and traditions of Karnataka.
“We are honored to have Anant Nag as our brand ambassador. His dedication to excellence and his strong connection with the people of Karnataka align perfectly with Bolas’ values,” said Bolas director Bola Damodar Kamath. “We believe that this partnership will take our brand to new heights, and we are excited to embark on this journey together.”
With a steadfast commitment to the well-being of their consumers, Bolas is embarking on an exciting journey alongside their newly welcomed brand ambassador. Bolas proudly presents an extensive range of carefully crafted flavoured dry fruits, nuts and sweets.
Brands
FSS names Anand Krishnamurthi head of global digital delivery
Tech veteran to drive AI-first, cloud-led transformation in payments globally
CHENNAI: Financial Software and Systems (FSS), an AI-first payment infrastructure company, has appointed Anand Krishnamurthi as head of global digital delivery.
In his new role, Anand Krishnamurthi will lead FSS’s global digital delivery capabilities, focusing on AI-first and cloud-led transformation while ensuring predictable, high-quality outcomes for customers worldwide. He will be based in Chennai and report to V. Balasubramanian, CEO of FSS.
Bringing 28 years of experience in technology and digital transformation across banking, capital markets, financial services, and insurance, Anand has held senior leadership positions at Cognizant and NuSummit. He is recognised for scaling multi-geography delivery teams, leading mission-critical platforms, and embedding AI-driven automation in complex, regulated environments.
“What drew me to FSS is its deep payments expertise, strong product DNA, and the scale at which its platforms power real-world financial ecosystems,” said Anand Krishnamurthi. “I aim to strengthen delivery predictability, execution rigor, and engineering quality, building empowered teams that deliver measurable customer outcomes. FSS has a unique opportunity to create real-time, AI-infused payments infrastructure that is resilient, secure, and globally scalable.”
V. Balasubramanian added, “Anand’s track record in leading multi-geography delivery programs and AI-first operating models makes him the ideal leader for FSS as we accelerate our AI-driven digital payments business. His leadership will help us raise the bar for outcomes globally.”
This appointment is part of FSS’s broader push to build an AI-powered, cloud-native delivery organisation capable of meeting the evolving needs of banks, fintechs, and financial institutions worldwide.
