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Imagicaa coasts to profit ride despite dip in visitor-driven revenue
MUMBAI: It’s been a rollercoaster quarter for Imagicaaworld Entertainment and not just in the parks. The theme park and hospitality operator posted a net profit of Rs 4,431.21 lakh for the quarter ended 30 June 2025, more than doubling sequentially from Rs 1,572.83 lakh in Q4 FY25, even as revenues dipped year-on-year.
Revenue from operations stood at Rs 14,809.80 lakh, down 19.6 per cent from Rs 18,398.37 lakh in the same quarter last year, but up sharply from Rs 9,440.41 lakh in the preceding quarter. The Parks Division remained the star attraction, contributing Rs 13,104.08 lakh in revenue and Rs 4,250.13 lakh in segment profit. The Hotel Division added Rs 1,705.72 lakh in revenue and Rs 443.88 lakh in profit.
Finance costs jumped to Rs 426.49 lakh from just Rs 39.30 lakh a year ago, while depreciation and amortisation expense rose to Rs 2,566.38 lakh. Advertisement, sales and marketing spend more than doubled quarter-on-quarter to Rs 1,492.96 lakh, signalling a push to draw in visitors.
Total expenses came in at Rs 10,542.38 lakh, leaving a profit before tax of Rs 4,497.54 lakh, a drop from Rs 8,808.22 lakh in Q1 FY25, but a hefty rebound from Rs 1,624.76 lakh in Q4 FY25.
On the balance sheet, total assets stood at Rs 1,85,260.83 lakh, with the Parks Division accounting for the lion’s share. Capital employed reached Rs 1,29,805.42 lakh, up from Rs 1,08,271.28 lakh a year earlier.
While visitor-driven revenues took a dip compared to last year, Imagicaa’s ability to bounce back quarter-on-quarter suggests it’s strapping in for a steady ride through FY26 with the Parks Division firmly in the front seat.
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Samsung India elevates Aditya Babbar to lead mobile business
Exec takes charge of MX sales and marketing after Raju Pullan’s exit
NEW DELHI: Samsung India has elevated Aditya Babbar to lead its mobile phone business, following the exit of Raju Antony Pullan.
Babbar, who previously served as vice president within the mobile division, has been appointed head of sales and marketing for the MX (mobile experience) business, effective May 1. In his new role, he will oversee the company’s sales and marketing operations for smartphones and related categories in India, reporting to the executive vice president of the MX business.
A long-time Samsung executive, Babbar brings over a decade of experience within the organisation, having held multiple leadership roles across product, marketing and category management. Most recently, he led product marketing and e-commerce for the mobile division, following earlier stints as head of product and marketing and senior director roles.
His career within Samsung Electronics and its India operations has also included responsibilities for flagship devices, tablets and wearables, giving him a broad view of the company’s premium and mass-market portfolio.
Babbar succeeds Pullan, who stepped down from the role, marking a leadership transition at a time when India remains a key battleground for global smartphone makers.
The appointment signals continuity within Samsung’s leadership bench, with an internal candidate stepping up to steer one of its most critical business units in a highly competitive market.
