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A fresh twist in Powai as Freshpik spices up Brookfield’s retail mix
MUMBAI: From aisle to style, Powai just got tastier. Brookfield Properties has rolled out the red carpet quite literally for Reliance’s premium gourmet grocery store, Freshpik, now open at Spectra in Downtown Powai. Think artisanal cheeses, global delicacies, and fresh produce and toss in a coffee bar and live culinary counters for good measure.
It’s not your regular supermarket run. Freshpik’s sleek layout invites shoppers to linger, browse, and indulge in what can only be described as a wellness-forward, sensory delight. With a focus on interactive experiences and conscious consumption, this marks Freshpik’s second store and its very first foray into Mumbai’s eastern suburbs.
And if that’s not enough star power, wellness icon Malaika Arora added her sparkle to the store’s launch, elevating the glamour quotient and reinforcing the brand’s lifestyle ethos.
For Brookfield Properties, which manages over 55 million sq. ft. of real estate across India, this is more than just retail therapy. Downtown Powai, already buzzing with workspaces, eateries, and shopping, now has another reason to draw in discerning Mumbaikars.
With this new addition, Brookfield continues to blend commerce with culture, offering not just places to shop or work, but places to truly live. And for Powai’s residents and visitors? Grocery runs may never be the same again.
Brands
Hyundai India posts record April sales with 17-per cent growth
Domestic sales hit 51,902 units, exports stand at 13,708 units
MUMBAI: Hyundai is clearly shifting gears and April has put the pedal firmly to the metal. Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) has reported its highest-ever domestic sales for the month of April, clocking 51,902 units in April 2026, marking a 17 per cent year-on-year growth. The milestone sets a strong tone for the new financial year, signalling sustained demand momentum across its portfolio. Alongside domestic performance, the company recorded export volumes of 13,708 units for the month, underlining its continued strength in overseas markets.
The growth has been driven by a mix of refreshed models and special editions across segments. Recent launches and updates including the Exter, Verna, Ioniq 5, Creta Summer Edition, Grand i10 NIOS Vibe Edition and Venue Knight Edition have helped keep the line-up competitive in an increasingly crowded market.
A standout performer was the Venue, which recorded its highest-ever monthly domestic sales of 12,420 units. The model’s 5-Star Bharat NCAP safety rating, including for the VENUE N Line, appears to have bolstered consumer confidence, reflecting a broader industry shift where safety credentials are becoming a key purchase driver.
Tarun Garg, Managing Director and CEO, HMIL, said the company has carried forward recent momentum into the new financial year, with product interventions and safety-focused positioning playing a central role in driving growth.
The numbers suggest Hyundai’s strategy is ticking multiple boxes fresh product cycles, safety-led messaging and steady export performance. If April is any indication, the company isn’t just starting the year strong, it’s aiming to keep the engine running at full throttle.
