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Rhea Kapoor shines at Pantaloons’ festive edit launch
MUMBAI: Lights, camera, fashion! Rhea Kapoor just gave Mumbai a masterclass in festive style. Pantaloons, the fashion and lifestyle brand from Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Ltd., unveiled its festive edit collection at the newly revamped R City mall store in Ghatkopar. The launch sparkled brighter with Hindi cinema style icon Rhea Kapoor curating statement-worthy looks and hosting an exclusive styling session for shoppers.
Known for her bold and eclectic sensibilities, Rhea showed how Pantaloons’ versatile range could seamlessly move from chic workwear to ethnic finery and casual party-ready fits. “I’ve always believed style is about self-expression, and Pantaloons’ new identity celebrates that beautifully,” she said, encouraging guests to mix, match and experiment.
The festive edit brings together jewel tones, luxe textures and playful silhouettes for every mood, from family gatherings to evening outings. The newly designed 30,000 square feet store itself has been reimagined as a fashion-first destination, with airy white interiors and over 20 brands on display, making style discovery both effortless and immersive.
Pantaloons CEO Sangeeta Tanwani called the relaunch “a fresh, elevated shopping experience that reflects our fashion-first philosophy,” adding that Rhea Kapoor’s involvement was the perfect fit for inspiring shoppers.
With 27 years of shaping India’s style journey, Pantaloons is marking a new chapter, one where festive fashion meets fresh retail experiences, and individuality takes centre stage.
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McDonald’s India NE names Sara Arjun brand ambassador
Actor returns for nostalgic Buddy Meal campaign at Rs 119 for two.
MUMBAI: Sara Arjun just came home to McDonald’s because some love stories start with a childhood ad and end with sharing fries as grown-ups. McDonald’s India – North and East has appointed actor Sara Arjun as its brand ambassador, bringing her back to the brand that first captured her on screen as a child. The collaboration launches with a playful TVC introducing the Buddy Meal, a value offering priced at Rs 119 for two burgers (McAloo Tikki or Veg Surprise), two Cokes and one medium fries.
The film recreates the classic “girlfriend-boyfriend” banter from her original McDonald’s ad, with Sara joking about today’s “demanding” relationships before her buddy admits he just wants a simple McAloo Tikki. The voiceover lands the punch: “Shukar hai McDonald’s Buddy Meal for 2 hai… starts at just Rs 119,” closing on the tagline “Khao Meal, Baat Karo”, a celebration of uncomplicated joy and shared moments.
MMG Group and CPRL vice chairman Anant Agarwal said, “Sara’s return to McDonald’s is a wonderful reminder of the deep emotional connections many customers have grown up with. With the Buddy Meal, we are celebrating friendship, nostalgia and the simple joy of sharing a McDonald’s meal together at great value.”
Sara Arjun added, “McDonald’s has been a special part of my journey since childhood. Returning to the brand for this campaign feels incredibly nostalgic. The Buddy Meal captures the simple joy of sharing food and laughter with friends.”
Available for a limited period across McDonald’s restaurants in North and East India via dine-in, takeaway, drive-thru, the McDonald’s App and leading delivery platforms, the Buddy Meal taps into the brand’s legacy of creating relatable, feel-good moments.
In a fast-food world chasing trends, McDonald’s brings back a familiar face and a simple truth: sometimes the best dates don’t need grand gestures just good burgers, cold drinks and great company at a price that leaves everyone smiling.
