Brands
Gadda Co welcomes Mukesh Khanna as brand ambassador
Mumbai: Gadda Co, a leader in the mattress and bedding industry, has partnered with legendary actor Mukesh Khanna, famed for his roles as Shaktimaan and Bhishma in “Mahabharat”, as its new brand ambassador. This collaboration highlights Gadda Co’s dedication to providing top-tier sleep solutions, including mattresses, pillows, and waterproof protectors that offer unmatched comfort and durability.
Expressing his excitement, Mukesh Khanna said, “I have always believed in the power of good health, and quality sleep is at the foundation of that. Gadda Co has proven to be a brand that cares deeply about offering products that enhance the quality of life for people across India. Their dedication to quality, comfort, and durability aligns with my personal values, and I am excited to be a part of this journey, whether it’s the mattresses or the protectors, their attention to detail in crafting products that support good sleep is truly commendable.”
Under the Baby & Mom Retail house of brands, Gadda Co has built a reputation for delivering products that guarantee restful and rejuvenating sleep. This partnership with Mukesh Khanna reflects the brand’s strategic move to strengthen its presence in the Indian market by connecting with consumers through a beloved and trusted figure.
Baby & Mom Retail founder and CEO, Shish Kharesiya stated, “Having Mukesh Khanna on board as our brand ambassador is an honour. His association with Gadda Co perfectly resonates with our brand’s values of providing reliable, long-lasting products. We are excited to take our brand to new heights with him by our side. At Gadda Co, we believe that everyone deserves a restful, comfortable sleep, and with Mukesh Khanna as our ambassador, we aim to communicate this message more effectively to our audience.”
This collaboration is set to elevate Gadda Co’s brand recognition, further embedding its commitment to quality sleep for Indian consumers through its trusted products.
Brands
Hyundai launches updated Ioniq 5 with 84 kWh battery, 690 km range
Priced at Rs 55.7 lakh, adds design, tech and safety upgrades.
MUMBAI: Charge it up, stretch it out, Hyundai’s latest electric upgrade is going the distance, quite literally. Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) has introduced an updated version of its Ioniq 5, packing in a larger 84.0 kWh battery that delivers a claimed range of up to 690 km (ARAI-certified), marking a significant leap in everyday usability for its flagship electric SUV.
Built on Hyundai’s Electric Global Modular Platform (E-GMP), the refreshed IONIQ 5 aims to balance performance with practicality, reducing range anxiety while making long-distance electric travel more viable. The upgrade builds on a model that has already secured global recognition, including the World Car of the Year title.
The changes aren’t just under the skin. On the outside, the SUV gets a sharper, more futuristic look with redesigned front and rear bumpers, new skid plates, sporty alloy wheels, a revised rear spoiler and updated V-garnish lighting, all while retaining its signature Parametric Pixel design.
Inside, Hyundai has focused on making the experience more intuitive. The cabin now features a redesigned three-spoke steering wheel with illuminated pixel elements, dual 12.3-inch displays, and a reworked wireless charging pad integrated with physical controls for seat functions small tweaks that aim to improve day-to-day usability.
On the tech front, the IONIQ 5 gets Hyundai’s Connected Car Navigation Cockpit (ccNC), Controller Over-the-Air (C-OTA) updates, and now supports wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. New additions such as Active Sound Design and in-car payment integration for EV charging reflect a push towards a more seamless, connected ownership experience. Remote immobilisation via Bluelink has also been introduced as an added security layer.
Safety sees incremental upgrades too, with features like Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist (Rear) and side parking distance warnings enhancing manoeuvrability in tight urban spaces.
The updated IONIQ 5 is available in four colour options Gravity Gold Matte, Midnight Black Pearl, Titan Grey and Optic White with an Obsidian Black interior theme.
Priced at Rs 55.7 lakh (ex-showroom), the new IONIQ 5 positions itself as a more rounded offering, less about futuristic promise, and more about making electric mobility fit seamlessly into everyday life.
