Varun Luthra

Assistant Manager Partnerships - Star Sports, The Walt Disney Company

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Varun Luthra is a passionate music industry professional with 9+ years of experience in Record Label Management, Music Marketing, Artist Management, Copyrights, and A&R. At The Walt Disney Company (Star Sports), Varun leads partnerships for music and movie integrations, collaborating with major record labels like T-Series, Warner Music India, and Universal Music Group India to drive audience engagement on Star SportsÂ’ platforms. He has spearheaded high-value sponsorship negotiations, executed creative integrations, and worked closely with IPL franchises to amplify live and non-live content. Previously, at JioSaavn, he managed subscription campaigns and led label partnerships, playing a crucial role in marketing leading IPs. His earlier roles at TM Talent Management and Qilla Records saw him executing PR and marketing campaigns for 60+ song and album releases while handling end-to-end campaigns for independent artists. Varun also holds certifications in Copyright Law (Harvard Law School) and YouTube Music Rights Management. Beyond work, he enjoys DJing, playlist curation, vinyl record collecting, yoga, and minimalism. His deep industry knowledge, passion for music, and strategic expertise make him a key player in shaping the intersection of music, entertainment, and sports.

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