Brands
Disney Cruise Line unveils Lion King fireworks show with Shah Rukh Khan as narrator
SINGAPORE: Disney Cruise Line has announced an all-new Lion King-themed fireworks spectacle, The Lion King: Celebration in the Sky, set to debut aboard the Disney Adventure, its first ship to homeport in Asia.
The cruise company, the only one globally to stage fireworks at sea, has roped in actor Shah Rukh Khan as the narrator, bringing his voice and storytelling flair to the immersive night-time experience. Khan previously voiced Mufasa in the Hindi versions of The Lion King (2019) and Mufasa (2024).
The show will blend large-scale pyrotechnics, dramatic lighting and iconic music from the franchise, including Circle of Life, Hakuna Matata, He Lives in You and Can You Feel the Love Tonight. The musical score features new arrangements recorded by the Royal Scottish national orchestra, alongside harmonies from South Africa’s Ndlovu Youth Choir.
Set against the open sea, the spectacle will run on select evenings during three-night and four-night voyages. Guests can check schedules through the Disney cruise line navigator app while onboard.
The Disney Adventure will sail from Singapore on short cruises designed entirely around at-sea experiences, offering entertainment, dining and retail attractions as Disney Cruise Line expands its footprint in Asia.
Brands
Devyani International names Sandeep Anand, Robinder Singh in key roles
Pizza Hut and Costa Coffee businesses see leadership refresh from April
MUMBAI: Devyani International has strengthened its senior leadership bench with a fresh set of appointments across its key brands, Pizza Hut and Costa Coffee, signalling a sharper focus on growth and brand momentum.
The company has appointed Sandeep Anand as chief marketing officer and business head for Pizza Hut. His appointment, approved by the board via a circular resolution on April 3, follows a recommendation by the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, as reported by CNBC-TV18. Anand will officially step into the role on April 6, 2026.
He takes over from Vijay Gogate, who currently serves as chief executive officer for Pizza Hut within the company’s operations. The move marks a strategic transition as the brand looks to sharpen its marketing and business playbook in a competitive quick service restaurant market.
Anand brings over two decades of experience across the food and FMCG sectors, with a strong track record in brand building and innovation. His career spans roles at major consumer-facing companies including Domino’s, Zydus Wellness, Zomato, GSK Consumer Healthcare, Reckitt and Ranbaxy, giving him a well-rounded perspective on both scale and agility.
Alongside this, Robinder Singh has been appointed business head for Costa Coffee and the company’s airport operations. He too will assume his new role on April 6, bringing more than 18 years of experience in operations, business expansion and customer experience transformation.
The twin appointments come at a time when Devyani International is doubling down on leadership depth to steer its portfolio through evolving consumer preferences and heightened competition. With fresh faces at the helm of two key verticals, the company appears set to brew up its next phase of growth with renewed energy.
