Anand Kripalu: Biography, Net Worth 2025, Family, Son

Anand Kripalu is a distinguished figure in Indian business, which he has shaped it through his outstanding work in the consumer goods and alcohol beverage sectors. Over a career of over 40 years, he has headed up some of the world’s best companies, which include Unilever, Cadbury, Mondelez, Diageo, and United Spirits Limited (USL) - also known for his great leadership which provides for his ability to turn around companies and great strategic thinking which has made him to become one of India’s preeminent corporate personalities.

Early Life and Education

Born 1958 on October 2 Anand Kripalu grew up in a very structured and academic setting. His father, Brigadier (Retd. Thirumalachar Kripalu was a member of the Indian Army and his mother Ammanni Kripalu was a homemaker. Anand did his schooling at La Martiniere College in Lucknow, which also saw him build a strong base in academics and leadership.

He went to the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras for his Electronics Engineering and also did an MBA from the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Kolkata, which is one of the best in the field. Also, he was a part of the Advanced Management Program at Wharton Business School in the U.S., which in turn broadened his global business outlook.

Professional Journey

In 1983, Anand Kripalu began his professional career at Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL). For 22 years, he held on to various leadership roles in sales, marketing, and general management, which included that of Managing Director for Unilever East Africa. Anand’s time at Unilever saw strong brand growth, business expansion, and operational success.

In 2005, Kripalu became Managing Director at Cadbury India Ltd. Under his which he led the company to great success in particular through innovative marketing campaigns like “Shubh Aarambh. Also, he went on to become President of Cadbury Asia, where he oversaw the operations of many Asian markets and which also included the Mondelez International transition.

In 2014, Anand Kripalu joined as CEO and MD of United Spirits Limited, which is a Diageo PLC subsidiary, the world’s largest alcoholic beverages company. During his time at the company, he was key in restructuring it, improving governance, and increasing profitability. Also during this time, he took up the role of Chairman of the Confederation of Indian Alcoholic Beverage Companies (CIABC) and put in great work into policy discussions within the industry.

At present, he is the Managing Director and CEO of EPL Limited (previously Essel Propack Ltd., which is a global player in the packaging and tube manufacturing space. Also, he is very much in demand in India’s corporate world for his wide range of experience in different sectors and geographies.

Personal Life and Family

Anand Kripalu is a husband to Sukanya Kripalu, his classmate from IIM Kolkata. She is a successful professional which also has her on the boards of Aditya Birla Fashion Retail Ltd. and UltraTech Cement Ltd. The Kripalu couple has two boys, Abhinav Kripalu and Saurav Kripalu, and they presently live in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Anand’s mother tongue is Kannada, and he is a follower of Hinduism.

Net Worth and Salary

As of 2025, Anand Kripalu has become one of the top-ranked corporate executives in India. While his exact net worth is reported differently across sources, it was reported that at some point, he earned over Rs. 12.78 crore annually, which is a total net worth of about Rs. 25,000 crores (unverified). His income is from executive roles, board members’ positions, and long-term investments in corporations

Legacy and Achievements

Anand Kripalu’s arc from a young engineer at IIT to the boardrooms of multinational corporations is a story of his leadership, which he excels in, and business acumen, which he displays. Known for his people-centered management style and strategic insight, he is still a source of inspiration to aspiring leaders in India. His input to the Indian FMCG and beverages sectors has secured his place as one of the country’s most influential and visionary business personalities.