Brands
A jewel in the making as Sara Tendulkar joins Litestyle by PNG
MUMBAI: All that glitters is getting a lighter, younger glow. Litestyle by PNG, the contemporary fine jewellery arm of PNG Jewellers, has named Sara Tendulkar as its brand ambassador, signalling a clear push to court India’s next generation of jewellery buyers. Positioned as a bridge between legacy and modernity, Litestyle has been built to speak to consumers who see jewellery as part of everyday self-expression, not just festive or family occasions. While PNG Jewellers has been a trusted household name for nearly 200 years, Litestyle operates as a distinct business vertical with its own design language, retail format and omnichannel strategy.
Sara Tendulkar’s understated style and digital-first connect make her a natural fit for the brand’s philosophy. With over 8.9 million Instagram followers, she represents a cohort that values minimalism, comfort and authenticity over excess. Her clean silhouettes and preference for wearable elegance mirror Litestyle’s focus on lightweight, contemporary jewellery designed for daily wear.
“This is not a short-term style play,” said PNG Jewellers chairman and managing director Saurabh Gadgil underscoring that Litestyle is being scaled as a serious growth engine under the PNG umbrella. The brand, he noted, is designed around everyday moments and modern shopping behaviours, supported by dedicated merchandising, marketing and digital platforms.
For Tendulkar, the association is rooted in relatability. She described Litestyle as jewellery that feels “light, thoughtful and designed for everyday life”, aligning with how younger consumers increasingly approach personal style.
The two-year partnership, which begins in December 2025, will see Tendulkar front brand and collection campaigns, feature in digital initiatives, attend store launches and act as a style muse for select collections. Jewellery lines featuring her are slated to roll out from March 2026.
Litestyle currently operates pilot stores in Pune and Goa and is now gearing up for structured expansion. The brand plans to scale to around 50 stores by FY 2028 through a mix of company-owned and franchise formats, backed by a robust online store and app. Maharashtra will anchor the first phase of growth, before a wider national rollout.
In a market where jewellery is being redefined beyond heirlooms and heavy occasions, Litestyle’s bet is clear, keep it light, keep it modern, and keep it relevant to the consumers of tomorrow.
Brands
KPMG names Gary Wingrove as global chairman and CEO from October
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MUMBAI: KPMG has chosen continuity with a forward tilt. The firm has announced that Gary Wingrove will take over as global chairman and CEO of KPMG International, beginning a four year term from 1 October 2026. Currently serving as global chief operating officer, Wingrove steps into the top role after being nominated by the global board and elected by the global council.
A KPMG veteran with over 25 years at the firm, Wingrove has been closely involved in shaping its recent trajectory. As global COO, he has helped drive the firm’s Collective Strategy, focusing on operational integration, global investments and the steady expansion of the KPMG Delivery Network. He has also been at the forefront of KPMG’s digital push, including the rollout of AI enabled solutions across its global operations.
Before his global role, Wingrove served as CEO of KPMG Australia for nearly a decade, where he led a period of strong growth, almost doubling revenue, profitability and headcount while steering a cultural reset.
He succeeds Bill Thomas, who has led KPMG since 2017 and will work alongside Wingrove over the next six months to ensure a smooth transition.
Thomas leaves behind a firm that looks markedly different from when he took charge. Under his leadership, KPMG’s global revenues have risen by 55 per cent, and its workforce has expanded to more than 276,000 people. He also unified the network of member firms under the Collective Strategy, aligning priorities and strengthening governance.
His tenure saw heavy investment in technology and partnerships, with alliances spanning Microsoft, Google Cloud, SAP, Oracle and ServiceNow. These collaborations, along with platforms like KPMG Clara, have helped the firm scale its AI-led offerings and sharpen its competitive edge.
Beyond growth, Thomas also pushed improvements in audit quality and sustainability. Initiatives such as a multiyear global sustainability strategy and the Our Impact Plan have aimed to embed long term thinking into the firm’s operations and client services.
For Wingrove, the brief is clear but evolving. He has signalled a focus on agility, deep expertise and technology driven solutions as clients navigate an increasingly complex business landscape. He also emphasised KPMG’s identity as a people first organisation, supported by technology and unified through its global network.
The timing of the leadership change comes as KPMG continues to grow, reporting a 5.1 per cent rise in global revenue in FY25, with gains across tax and legal, audit and advisory services. Growth was recorded across all regions, despite a challenging macro environment.
As Wingrove prepares to take charge, the firm appears set on a familiar path with a sharper digital edge. Same playbook, perhaps, but with a renewed focus on speed, scale and smarter solutions.
