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Cottonworld announces the launch of ‘Be Comfortable With Uncomfortable’
Mumbai: Cottonworld, a brand synonymous with comfortable clothing, has announced the launch of the second part of the comfort trilogy titled ‘Be Comfortable with Uncomfortable’. It is an eloquent homage to the pursuit of authenticity and the art of embracing one’s true self. This film is a testament to the courage to find tranquillity within life’s uncertainties, a resonating celebration of one’s collective journey towards self-discovery and empowerment.
Directed by Pulp India creative director Gautam Kohli, this new brand film sheds light on the overall essence of the brand that revolves around simplicity and comfort.
Speaking about this new brand film for which actor Rahul Khanna has lent his voice said, “I am honoured to have voiced this ode to the courage of finding amity within adversity. This film is a celebration of the journey to self-assurance that resonates deeply with me and countless others. Together, we champion the glory that comes from being comfortable in one’s own skin.”
“Saying hello to the comfort within discomfort is a profound journey we’re unveiling. This is the second chapter in our comfort trilogy, a dedicated exploration of finding solace in one’s skin. For 36 years, our commitment has been unwavering: natural fabrics that echo our ethos. Committed, resolute, and passionate about delivering comfort through clothing. Our devotion remains unwavering in bringing the essence of comfort closer to our cherished audience.” said one of the owners of Cottonworld, Lavin Lekhraj.
Speaking about the inspiration around the film, Kohli said, “Embracing comfort amidst discomfort is a triumph in itself. This film, ‘Be Comfortable with Uncomfortable’, marks the second instalment of Pulp India’s comfort trilogy for Cottonworld, a tribute to the art of feeling at ease in one’s own skin. It celebrates the amazing individuals from every life path finding solace in authenticity, in being themselves.”
Cottonworld is simplicity – however, simplicity achieved through a complexity of thought and design. Inspired by nature, all garments at Cottonworld are made using only comfortable & breathable natural fibres like cotton, linen, modal & bamboo. Since its inception, this has been the brand’s pledge.
Cottonworld’s philosophy is to enrich customers’ lives with simple, high-quality, comfortable clothing. The brand’s long-term pledge is to reduce the environmental impact of its daily business activities, to help achieve sustainable growth for society, and to make the world a better place through its business and products.
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Boeing appoints Barun as head of FP&A for global engineering function
Seasoned finance leader to steer budgets and strategy across global centres
BENGALURU: Boeing’s finance cockpit has a new pilot, and he is no stranger to turbulence or transformation. Boeing has appointed Barun as head of FP&A for global engineering, placing him at the centre of financial strategy for its worldwide engineering and technology operations.
Based in Bengaluru, Barun steps into a role that is as expansive as it is critical. He will serve as the primary finance lead for Boeing’s Engineering and Technology Centers globally, working closely with executive leadership to shape financial decisions, manage complex budgets, and design scalable finance processes that support the company’s growing engineering footprint.
In a note announcing his move Barun said, “I’m excited to share that I’ve joined Boeing Global Engineering. This opportunity is incredibly meaningful to me not just from a professional standpoint, but also for what Boeing represents globally.” He added that he looks forward to contributing to an organisation that continues to shape the future of aerospace and innovation.
Barun’s mandate spans strategic financial leadership, operational oversight, and stakeholder engagement. From directing large-scale budgets and schedules to influencing long-term organisational goals, the role blends financial discipline with business foresight. He will also lead cross-functional teams and partner with finance colleagues worldwide to support engineering programmes across geographies, including India.
The appointment caps a long stint at Juniper Networks, where Barun spent over a decade, most recently as finance senior manager. There, he led FP&A for global product business units and G&A functions, driving budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning. He also played a key role in enterprise-wide transformation, including spearheading an Oracle to SAP ERP migration and building advanced analytics capabilities using tools such as Tableau and SAP Analytics Cloud.
His earlier career includes finance leadership roles at Sony India Software Centre, Cognizant Technology Solutions, and Mphasis, where he focused on financial planning, governance frameworks, and operational efficiency across global delivery centres.
A chartered accountant from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, Barun brings nearly two decades of experience across financial planning, digital transformation, and analytics-led decision making.
His appointment comes at a time when global engineering operations are becoming increasingly complex and distributed, requiring sharper financial oversight and agile planning. With Barun at the helm of FP&A for engineering, Boeing appears to be tightening its financial playbook as it looks to scale innovation with discipline.
