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Totoro threads the needle as Uniqlo drops Ghibli gear this July
MUMBAI: When fashion meets fantasy, expect a wardrobe straight out of a dream or a Ghibli film. Uniqlo is all set to sprinkle a bit of My Neighbour Totoro magic into your closet. The global apparel giant announced the third edition of its highly anticipated UT collaboration with Studio Ghibli, titled “My Dear”, which will hit shelves across India on July 4, 2025.
This latest drop from the cult-favourite collaboration features 14 designs celebrating the iconic storytelling and whimsy of Studio Ghibli. Expect artistic nods to beloved films and characters, from soot sprites to forest spirits, brought to life through UT’s crisp cuts and cotton charm.
The line-up includes 11 styles for men priced between Rs 1,490 and Rs 2,490, and six adorable styles for kids starting at just Rs 990. All items will be available at Uniqlo stores across India and online, making it easier than ever for fans to wear their fandom on their sleeves quite literally.
The visuals this time around are extra special, thanks to returning Thai artist Kanyada Phatan, known for her delicate interpretations of Ghibli’s universe, and Studio Ghibli’s own legendary producer Toshio Suzuki, whose sketches have been woven into the fabric of the campaign.
The “My Dear” launch will also be marked by a special event, though Uniqlo is still keeping those details under wraps. Given the previous buzz around this collaboration which first launched in February 2022 fans can expect a summer splash of colour, nostalgia, and cinematic flair.
With Ghibli’s emotional storytelling and Uniqlo’s wearable minimalism, this capsule collection is bound to enchant both fashionistas and anime loyalists alike. So mark your calendars, because on 4 July, your T-shirt drawer might just get its own fairy-tale ending.
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Rohini Laya Venkateswaran named executive director at Gillette India
P&G veteran with two decades of experience steps into leadership role
NEW DELHI: Rohini Laya Venkateswaran has been appointed executive director at Gillette India Pvt. Ltd., bringing with her more than two decades of experience across sales, strategy and brand leadership within the consumer goods sector. In her new role, she will help steer the company’s strategic direction and growth while strengthening its footprint in the grooming and personal care category.
Venkateswaran joins the board after a long career at Procter & Gamble, where she spent nearly 21 years shaping sales strategy, building brands and driving market expansion across India and international markets.
Most recently, she served as chief sales officer for India at P&G. Prior to that, she was vice president and country manager for east gulf markets, overseeing operations in Kuwait, Oman, Bahrain and Qatar while also guiding sales strategy across the Gulf region, including the UAE.
Earlier in her career, she led sales strategy and planning for India while serving as marketing leader for brands such as Olay and Old Spice. During this stint, she focused on reshaping go-to-market channels and building awareness through digital, social and influencer-led campaigns to drive growth.
Her journey at P&G also included roles such as director sales strategy and planning leader India, associate director modern retail and ecommerce, regional manager for Delhi and Rajasthan, and several key account and trade marketing roles across the country. She also spent time in the United States working on the P&G Walmart international team, collaborating on global retail initiatives.
Venkateswaran holds an MBA in marketing from SP Jain Institute of Management and Research and a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from RV College of Engineering.
With her mix of sales acumen, brand-building experience and global exposure, Venkateswaran’s appointment signals a sharpened focus on growth and market leadership for Gillette India.
