Javed Akhtar Sets the Stage for Generali Central Insurance’s Melodic Annual Report Launch
This unique annual report celebrates music across eras, featuring 30 biographies of global legends — from K.L. Saigal and The Beatles to Arijit Singh and Taylor Swift.
Includes exclusive interviews with acclaimed Indian musicians – Kailash Kher, Swanand Kirkire, Usha Uthup, Sukhwinder Singh, Anup Jalota and others alongside engaging sections like musical crosswords, wordplays and more.
Launched by Javed Akhtar, who has also written the preface; the event featured a special performance by the evergreen singer Usha Uthup.
Mumbai, November 4, 2025 ( TGN ): Generali Central Insurance Company Limited, a top 10 private general insurance player in India, announced the launch of its Annual Report for FY 2024–25 in a truly lyrical avatar.
The Rhythm and Symphony – this year’s edition celebrating the universal language of music, encapsulates its evolution across eras and continents, capturing the rhythm, emotion, and diversity that bind generations together.
Adding to its literary gravitas, the preface has been penned by the legendary poet, lyricist, and screenwriter Javed Akhtar, whose reflections set the perfect tone for this celebration of sound.
Beautifully curated, the book features 30 biographical narratives of legends who have redefined music from K.L. Saigal, The Beatles, to Arijit Singh, Taylor Swift and AP Dhillon — spanning genres, cultures, and centuries of innovation.
Further enriching this melodic journey are exclusive interviews with celebrated Indian artists — Kailash Kher, Swanand Kirkire, Usha Uthup, Sukhwinder Singh, Anup Jalota and others who share personal anecdotes, creative philosophies, and their interpretation of music’s timeless power. The book also includes interactive sections such as musical crosswords, lyrical wordplays, and genre trails, making it a true collector’s edition for every music enthusiast.
The book was launched by Javed Akhtar, in the presence of Anup Rau, MD & CEO, Generali Central. The event came alive with a special live performance by the iconic Usha Uthup.
Speaking on the launch, Anup Rau, Managing Director and CEO, Generali Central, said: “Music, like life and insurance, is about harmony, the balance of emotion, rhythm, and resilience. With this edition, we wanted to capture the soundscape of our times, a reflection of how melody unites people, transcends boundaries, and narrates the story of change. This book is our ode to that universality — a reminder that whether in art or enterprise, the most enduring creations are those that touch the hearts.”
Javed Akhtar said, “Music has always been larger than any one generation, trend, or medium. Formats will shift, tastes will evolve, and industries will change their priorities—but good music survives. With this special edition of the annual report, Generali Central Insurance has not only shared its performance for FY 2024–25, but also reminded us that business, too, has rhythm. That even in the most structured of spaces, there can be poetry.”
True to Generali Central’s legacy of transforming its annual reports into collectible works of art, this year’s edition reaffirms its commitment to creativity, innovation, and culture. The book will be available across leading national bookstores and online platforms, including Amazon. The proceeds from the books ordered will go to our NGO partners, supporting child education and development for the underprivileged.
About Generali Central Insurance Company Limited
Generali Central Insurance Company Limited (formerly known as Future Generali India Insurance Company Limited) is a strategic joint venture between two distinguished financial institutions: the Generali Group, a global insurance enterprise with 193 years of operational heritage holding a 74% majority stake, and the Central Bank of India, India’s first commercial bank with 113 years of established banking excellence.
Established in 2006, the Company was set up with a clear mandate to offer retail, commercial, personal, and rural insurance solutions, enabling individuals and businesses to effectively manage and mitigate risks. Generali Central Insurance (GCI) broke even in FY 2013-14 – a landmark achievement in just six years of operations.
As of FY 2024-25, GCI maintains robust financial fundamentals with ₹7,938 crore of assets under management and Gross Written Premium of ₹5,547.5 crore. The Company has established itself as a formidable presence in India’s insurance landscape, securing a position among the nation’s top 10 private general insurance companies.
GCI has consistently demonstrated excellence in organisational culture and operational performance – receiving the ‘Great Place to Work’ certification six times in a row. The Company has also earned numerous industry accolades including the Emvies Awards 2025, The Economic Times Brand Disruption Awards 2025, ET Trendies 2025, ET Now Global Innovation Network Awards, and the Di-Verse Certification for Disability Inclusion in 2025.
