Brands
Silvostyle by PNG Jewellers signs Rasha Thadani as the brand’s new face
Mumbai: Silvostyle by PNG has announced it has signed Rasha Thadani, as the new face for its upcoming campaigns. The grand reveal with the latest campaign for the brand marks a significant moment in the brand’s journey, elevating its image to new heights of success. Incidentally, the brand is the very first in India to sign Rasha.
Rasha Thadani, who will soon be making her acting debut in Bollywood, brings a unique blend of talent, grace, and charisma to Silvostyle by PNG. She embodies the very essence of Silvostyle, inheriting not just charm and poise but also a deep appreciation for its unique jewellery. Rasha, who already enjoys a strong fan base on social media, especially amongst GenZ is one of the most anticipated debutantes this year!
Rasha Thadani will be contributing to the brand’s initiatives, aligning seamlessly with the belief that jewellery can be a powerful tool for self-expression, especially for the youth. Silvostyle, with its diverse and trendsetting designs and myriad collections, empowers individuals to embrace and showcase their individuality, making each piece not just an accessory but also a distinctive statement of personal style.
As a fresh face in the industry, Rasha Thadani brings a youthful energy that resonates with the dynamic spirit of Silvostyle and the mystery of the unknown. Her innate fashion sense and ability to effortlessly blend traditional and modern elements make her an ideal face for Silvostyle which speaks young, contemporary and pop culture promising to captivate the hearts of jewellery enthusiasts nationwide.
Rasha Thadani shared her thoughts as she takes on the role of the new face for Silvostyle by PNG, “Silvostyle by PNG is a young brand, focusing on style, oomph and attitude! I am thrilled to be a part of this journey with them and represent a brand that deeply connects with my personal sense of style. Each piece tells a story, and I am honoured to be the storyteller in their campaigns!”
Silvostyle by PNG promoter Dr Saurabh Gagdil said, “Rasha is a mirror image of Raveena. (Rasha is the daughter of Anil Thadani and Raveena Tandon )She is extremely talented, youthful and has an air of mystery around her. Her style, her engagement with our target audience and her pulse matching the frequency of pop culture today are a perfect match for us. We are very excited to have her on board with us because we believe that she connects with GenZ better than most! She is smart, fun and extremely sincere, all of which are qualities that we admire. We are looking forward to a long association with her.”
Brands
Adobe CEO Shantanu Narayen to step down after 18 years in role
Board begins CEO search as Narayen prepares to move to chair role
SAN JOSE: After nearly two decades at the helm, Adobe’s long-serving chief executive Shantanu Narayen is preparing to pass the baton.
The company announced that Narayen will transition from his role as chief executive officer once a successor is appointed, ending an 18-year run that reshaped Adobe from a boxed software seller into a global cloud and AI powerhouse. He will remain chair of the board following the leadership transition.
Adobe’s board has formed a special committee to oversee the succession process, led by lead independent director Frank Calderoni. The committee will evaluate both internal and external candidates.
“Shantanu’s leadership has been instrumental in Adobe’s transformation and in positioning the company for the AI-driven era,” Calderoni said in a statement. “As we begin the next phase of succession planning, our focus is on identifying the right leader for the company’s next chapter while ensuring a smooth transition.”
In a note to employees, Narayen described the moment not as a farewell but as a pause for reflection after a long journey with the company.
“I love Adobe and the privilege of leading it has been the greatest honour of my career,” he wrote, adding that he will continue to work closely with the board over the coming months to ensure a seamless leadership change.
Tributes from the technology industry quickly followed the announcement. Microsoft chairman and chief executive officer Satya Nadella congratulated Narayen on what he described as a “legendary run” at Adobe.
“Congrats Shantanu, on a legendary run at Adobe! You’ve built one of the most important software companies in the world, and expanded what’s possible for creators, entrepreneurs, and brands everywhere,” Nadella wrote on LinkedIn.
“What has always stood out to me is the empathy you’ve brought to the creative process and the example you’ve set as a leader. Grateful for your friendship, mentorship, and for all you’ve done for Adobe and for our industry.”
Narayen’s career at Adobe spans nearly three decades. He joined the company in 1998 as vice president and rose steadily through the ranks before becoming chief executive officer in December 2007.
During that time, he orchestrated one of the most significant reinventions in the software industry. In 2013, Adobe made the bold decision to abandon traditional boxed software sales and move its flagship creative tools such as Photoshop to a subscription-based Creative Cloud model. The shift initially rattled investors but ultimately transformed Adobe into a predictable recurring revenue business and a case study in digital reinvention.
Narayen also pushed Adobe beyond creative tools into the world of marketing technology and data-driven customer experience, spearheading acquisitions such as Omniture and Marketo. Those moves helped build Adobe’s digital experience division and broaden its reach far beyond designers and photographers.
The numbers tell the story of that transformation. When Narayen took over in 2007, Adobe generated roughly $3 billion in annual revenue. Today the company reports more than $25 billion. Over the same period, its workforce expanded from around 3,000 employees to more than 30,000.
In recent years, Narayen has steered Adobe into the generative AI era with the launch of Adobe Firefly, aiming to keep the company ahead in a rapidly evolving creative technology landscape.
Born in Hyderabad in 1963, Narayen studied electronics and communication engineering at Osmania University before moving to the United States for a master’s degree in computer science from Bowling Green State University. He later earned an MBA from the Haas School of Business at the University of California, Berkeley.
Widely regarded as one of Silicon Valley’s most steady and effective leaders, Narayen has earned multiple honours during his career, including India’s Padma Shri in 2019.
For Adobe, the upcoming leadership change marks the end of a defining chapter. For Narayen, however, the story is far from finished. As he told employees, the company’s next era of creativity, powered by AI and new digital workflows, is only just beginning.
