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KFC India appoints Suhayl Limbada as new Chief Marketing Officer
Seasoned marketer returns to the KFC fold after leading Thailand operations.
MUMBAI: KFC India has found a finger-lickin’ good new leader for its marketing efforts, one who knows the brand inside out. The fast-food chain has named Suhayl Limbada as its new Chief Marketing Officer, replacing Aparna Bhawal. Limbada brings with him a wealth of international experience, most recently as CMO and later Market Lead for KFC Thailand, where he oversaw a 1,250-restaurant business with full P&L responsibility.
In a LinkedIn post, Limbada described his four-plus years in Thailand as “the chapter of a lifetime.” During his tenure, the brand secured its first Cannes Lions Gold under Yum Brands and won over 80 creative awards.
Before Thailand, Limbada served as Marketing Director for KFC South Africa from 2018 to 2022 and earlier managed marketing across 16 African markets. His career began at Cadbury Schweppes in South Africa in 2006, followed by roles at Kraft Foods and Mondelēz.
Expressing his excitement for the new role, Limbada said he is “grateful for the opportunity to step into this next chapter with KFC India” and looks forward to shaping the brand that serves 1.4 billion people.
The appointment comes as KFC India continues to strengthen its position in one of the world’s most competitive and dynamic quick-service restaurant markets.
With a proven track record of driving growth and creative excellence across multiple continents, Suhayl Limbada is expected to bring fresh energy and strategic insight to KFC’s marketing efforts in India. The brand, known for its bold flavours and youthful appeal, appears well-positioned to benefit from his leadership as it looks to deepen consumer connections in the years ahead.
