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Karan Johar supports Baahubali2 for underprivileged kids
MUMBAI: Fueladream – a crowdfunding platform in Bangalore which came up with the concept for a new initiative – an initiative to get people of India to show their compassion for a good cause. Fueladream has teamed up with Bahubali –The Conclusion. Team Bahubali has set new trends in the Indian film making business and is very excited to take part in this initiative. It’s an initiative which leverages the power of technology and crowdfunding to make a difference to the lives of others. This is a unique innovation that will be promoted through social media by the partners –Make-A-Wish India, Fueladream and Bahubali.
The production team, cast and crew of Bahubali have taken a massive interest in the work that Make-A-Wish India strives to do. They have decided to be a part of this great initiative by an NGO & get behind them by spreading awareness for the work they do and raise funds in the process.
Bahubali 2 –The Conclusion producer Shobu Yarlagadda says “We are excited to be part of this initiative and glad that we are able to make a difference to the lives of these kids. We want our fans to make a difference to the lives of these kids by funding this online at Fueladream.com “
This collaboration also makes it easier for the children to have their innermost wish fulfilled, which can be one of the following– to have something get a bicycle /Doll house / mobile phone or even a laptop, GO to the sets of a movie like Bahubali, MEET the stars of the film or BE a film director for a day.
Fueladream founder and CEO Ranganath Thota says, “We are touched by the genuine interest that the team at Bahubali has taken in promoting this cause & are thrilled to be pioneering a crowdfunding initiative that involves a MOVIE brand of the stature of Bahubali “
These wishes are more than just a nice thing. They impact everyone involved. It lifts the children’s spirits, makes them more receptive to the painful and gruesome medical treatments that they have to go throughgiving them an added incentive to fight the disease ailing them. It impacts the doctors, volunteers and donors as well. It makes them realise that a small gesture can go a long way. It gives their parents a chance to be optimistic.
Make-A-Wish India CEO Deepak S Bhatia says “We are thrilled that the team at Bahubali is partnering with us to restore hope, strength and joy for children diagnosed with a life-threatening medical condition. With support from Fueladream, we are confident that all Indians will come forth to support our cause in a big way to ensure that their contributions will enable us grant almost 10,000 wishes per annum.”
Not only can you brighten the life of a sick child by contributing to this campaign, but those who fund get interesting rewards – T shirts signed by the stars of the movie, comic books and even tickets to the first day show of Bahubali! The campaign is under way till the end of April 2017
The campaign is LIVE at the link
https://www.fueladream.com/home/campaign/634
Brands
Kwality Wall’s reports standalone losses following strategic HUL demerger
Ice cream major faces Rs 64 crore Ebitda loss amid commodity inflation and muted Q3 sales
MUMBAI: Kwality Wall’s (India) Limited (KWIL) has released its first set of financial results as a standalone entity, revealing a challenging start to its independent journey. Following its successful demerger from Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) on 1st December 2025 and its subsequent listing on 16th February 2026, the company is navigating a transition period marked by structural changes and high input costs.
For the quarter ended 31st December 2025, the company reported revenue of Rs 222 crores. Despite the revenue base, the bottom line was impacted by several factors, resulting in an Ebitda loss of Rs 64.2 crores. When calculated on a Pre-IND AS 116 basis, the Ebitda loss stood at Rs 83.8 crores.
Organic Sales Growth (OSG) declined by 6.5 per cent year-on-year during the quarter. Volume growth, however, saw a marginal increase of 1.2 per cent. The company reported a gross margin of 41.5 per cent. Additionally, exceptional expenses amounting to Rs 94 crores were recorded, primarily linked to non-recurring costs during the transition phase.
Performance across portfolios and channels was mixed. Within the impulse portfolio, brands such as Magnum and Cornetto recorded mid-single digit volume growth, indicating steady demand in on-the-go consumption. However, the in-home portfolio, which includes take-home packs, experienced muted consumption. The company is planning a relaunch of this category with improved offerings ahead of the 2026 season.
Quick commerce (Q-Com) continued to emerge as a strong growth driver, delivering robust double-digit growth during the quarter. Meanwhile, the company also expanded its physical distribution network by increasing the number of company-owned cabinets across markets.
Margin pressure during the quarter was driven by a combination of one-off factors and broader cost inflation. Gross margins were impacted by around 600 basis points due to trade investments made for stock liquidation. Additionally, cocoa price inflation contributed to another 400 basis points of pressure on margins.
Deputy managing director Chitrank Goel attributed the muted performance partly to prolonged monsoons and transitional challenges linked to the GST framework. Operating expenses also increased as the company invested in establishing its standalone supply chain, operational systems and corporate infrastructure following the demerger.
Looking ahead, the management remains focused on a volume-driven growth strategy. To restore profitability, the company has initiated a cost productivity programme aimed at reducing non-consumer-facing costs. It is also working on building regional manufacturing networks to optimise logistics expenses and improve operational efficiency.
The commodity outlook for the near term remains mixed. Dairy prices are expected to remain firm due to tight supply conditions and rising fodder costs. Sugar prices may also move higher following increases in the Minimum Selling Price (MSP). While cocoa prices have moderated recently, currency depreciation has offset some of the potential cost relief for the company.
