Brands
Irrfan Khan named brand ambassador for Xolo
NEW DELHI: Actor Irrfan Khan has been named as the new brand ambassador of LAVA International’s Xolo brand.
Xolo has forged industry-leading partnerships including Intel, NVIDIA and Qualcomm amongst others, in order to provide differentiated technology to the new-age, discerning consumers.
In 2013, Xolo also partnered with the iconic Liverpool FC, which signifies the company’s long-term intent to promote football across the sub-continent, to strengthen the engagement with younger, new-age consumer.
Xolo business head Sunil Raina said, “We are pleased to announce Irrfan Khan as brand ambassador and the face of Xolo brand. Irrfan Khan is an internationally acclaimed actor who has made his mark in both Indian and Hollywood cinema. He makes a perfect fit with our brand values of passion, curiosity and honesty and will be instrumental in communicating the benefits of Xolo to consumers across India.”
Khan is equally popular among the urban as well as the semi-urban audience, which will distinctly bring forth shared synergies, values and beliefs and help Xolo further expand its reach.
Khan said, “I am excited to represent a forward-looking innovator like Xolo. To me, Xolo spells technology, innovation and evolves with the usage patterns of the consumers. I am looking forward to this association and the next line up of innovative products from Xolo.”
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.
