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Diipa Büller-Khosla’s date with Paris Fashion Week & Sephora
MUMBAI: Netherlands-based Indian origin beauty entrepreneur Diipa Büller-Khosla has two reasons to be pleased as punch.
The first: her three year old brand indē wild, has recently entered into a ground-breaking global partnership with Sephora, the world’s leading prestige beauty retailer. This collaboration marks a historic moment for Indian beauty brands, as indē wild is the first to feature Ayurveda as its core ethos. The partnership will bring Khosla’s innovative and sustainable skincare products to a global audience.
The second reason for the broad smile on her face: Büller-Khosla, according to a press release, was the only Indian celebrity invited to Dior’s Spring/Summer 2025 women’s ready-to-wear showcase at the prestigious 50th anniversary of Paris Fashion Week.
“This exclusive invitation underscores her immense social media popularity, her ability to connect with audiences worldwide, and her profound impact on the fashion industry as a key opinion leader,” says the release.
Büller-Khosla expresses her excitement and gratitude for Dior’s invitation and states, “This invitation is a testament to the growing influence of Indian talent on the global fashion stage. It’s a proud moment for our country. Dior’s commitment to innovation and elegance perfectly complements my brand’s ethos. I’m excited to see how our collaboration will redefine the boundaries of luxury fashion.”
Büller-Khosla journey to global recognition began in 2017 when she became the face of Maybelline and had her billboard on Piccadilly circus, London. Since then, she has consistently made her mark at both Cannes and Venice Film Festivals, solidifying her position as a fixture in the international fashion scene.
Today, Büller-Khosla, has 2.1 million followers on Instagram, among whom figure some big names from India including Masaba Gupta, Manish Malhotra, Navya Nanda, Madhu Sapre, Suhana Khan, Ananya Pandey, and Prajakta Kohli. She spends her time travelling all over the world for magazine cover shoots and to promote her brand, when she is not at home with her Dutch diplomat husband Oleg Büller and her daughter Dua.
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Ameya Velankar steps down as Uber’s head of marketing for India & South Asia
Veteran marketer exits after more than seven years with the ride-hailing giant.
MUMBAI: After more than seven years of steering Uber through the bumpy roads of India’s mobility market, Ameya Velankar has decided to change lanes. Ameya Velankar has stepped down as Head of Marketing for India and South Asia, marking the end of a significant chapter at the ride-hailing company. He had been with Uber since 2019, taking on multiple roles in product and category marketing before rising to lead the marketing function for the region in 2021.
During his tenure, Velankar played a key role in strengthening Uber’s positioning in one of its most competitive and dynamic markets. He helped drive localised marketing strategies and scale adoption across key offerings such as Auto, Moto, Rentals and Intercity, tailoring global platforms to Indian consumer needs.
Prior to joining Uber, Velankar built his marketing expertise at leading consumer companies including SC Johnson and Marico, where he handled category and product leadership roles. His career began at RPG Enterprises.
Details of his next professional move have not been disclosed.
In a fast-evolving mobility landscape where brands constantly battle for attention, Ameya Velankar helped Uber stay relevant and resonant with millions of Indian users. As he moves on from the driver’s seat of marketing, the company will now look for fresh ideas to keep its wheels turning smoothly.
