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HNGIL appoints Rakesh Mehta as COO, north after Madhvani takeover
KOLKATA: Hindustan National Glass & Industries Ltd (HNGIL) has appointed Rakesh Mehta as chief operating officer, north, with immediate effect, strengthening its leadership team following its acquisition by Independent Sugar Corporation Ltd (INSCO), part of Uganda-based Madhvani Group, in September 2025.
The appointment signals HNGIL’s post-acquisition push to sharpen operational execution and accelerate growth in northern India. Mehta will oversee manufacturing facilities across the region, with a mandate spanning supply-chain optimisation, production efficiency and market expansion across pharmaceuticals, liquor, beverages and food packaging segments.
Mehta brings more than two decades of experience across finance, commercial operations, contracting and regional leadership. Prior to joining HNGIL, he served as finance head – north at Reliance Jio Infocomm Ltd from 2013, and held senior roles at Reliance Retail, managing distribution, logistics and operations across Gurugram and key northern markets.
Commenting on the appointment, chief strategy and corporate affairs officer Suraj Mehta, said the leadership addition comes at a pivotal moment for the company. He added that Mehta’s operational depth and strategic perspective would strengthen northern operations and support HNGIL’s ambition to retain leadership in container glass manufacturing.
Rakesh Mehta said he was excited to join HNGIL following the acquisition and looked forward to driving efficiency, innovation and scalable growth to deliver world-class glass packaging solutions to customers.
Founded in 1946 and headquartered in Kolkata, HNGIL operates 11 furnaces and 44 production lines, supported by advanced glassmaking technology sourced from Europe and the United States.
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Beardo unveils new film for Godfather fragrance
Danish Pandor leads cinematic campaign spotlighting power and comeback narrative.
MUMBAI: Power doesn’t always shout sometimes, it just walks back in and takes its seat. Beardo has rolled out a new campaign film for its flagship Godfather fragrance, bringing a cinematic lens to one of its most recognisable products. The film stars Danish Pandor, fresh off his portrayal of Uzair Baloch, and leans into a narrative built on quiet authority, tension, and a long-anticipated return.
Set in an abandoned den with an unclaimed throne, the film unfolds through whispers and restrained drama, culminating in a reveal that favours presence over proclamation. The storytelling mirrors the positioning of the Godfather fragrance itself, an enduring bestseller in the men’s grooming category, known for its bold, woody-spicy profile and appeal across age groups.
Rather than opting for a traditional feature-led approach, the brand leans into mood and mythology. Pandor’s performance anchors the film’s central idea of an anti-hero reclaiming control, aligning with the fragrance’s identity as a symbol of dominance and self-assured masculinity.
Conceptualised by Beardo’s in-house team, the campaign has been released across Instagram and Youtube, reflecting a broader shift towards content that blurs the line between advertising and entertainment particularly for digital-first audiences.
The fragrance itself blends mint, lemon, geranium, vetiver, and musk, designed to be long-lasting and versatile. But the campaign makes it clear: this isn’t just about scent notes, it’s about signalling presence.
In a category crowded with claims, Beardo’s latest play doesn’t try to be louder. It simply leans into the idea that the real ‘OG’ doesn’t announce itself, it’s felt.
