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Tommy Hilfiger hits Mumbai runway with Hindi cinema glam and fashionable chatter
MUMBAI: Mumbai had its fashion radar dialled to high style as Tommy Hilfiger touched down in the city on 15 April 2025, blending American chic with Hindi cinema glitter. The day saw Mumbai’s fashion elite and top celebrities mingling amid bold styles and vibrant banter, underlining the designer’s deepening ties with India’s fashion capital.
Hilfiger’s day kicked off at the Tommy Hilfiger store at Jio World Drive in Bandra Kurla Complex, Mumbai’s go-to luxe address. He joined a lively panel discussion with actress and philanthropist Manushi Chhillar and creative dynamo Sarah-Jane Dias. The trio exchanged insights on global style trends and cultural interplay, much to the delight of fashion enthusiasts.
As night fell, the fashion fiesta moved to the iconic Taj Chambers at the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel. With views of the Arabian Sea and Gateway of India, the dinner was an intimate affair, brimming with glamour and cultural flair. Hindi cinema A-listers such as Karan Johar, Sara Ali Khan, Ibrahim Ali Khan, Aditya Roy Kapur, cricketer Shikhar Dhawan, and singer Guru Randhawa added star wattage to the exclusive guest list.
Infused with Hilfiger’s hallmark energy and a splash of Mumbai’s unique style quotient, the evening highlighted the designer’s commitment to India’s vibrant fashion and entertainment landscape.
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Ather Energy doubles service network to 500 centres nationwide
EV maker scales support alongside growth to keep riders on the road
MUMBAI: Ather Energy is quietly building more than just scooters. It is building the backbone to keep them running.
The electric two-wheeler maker has expanded its service network to 500 authorised centres across India, nearly doubling its footprint in a year from 277. The move mirrors its growing retail presence and signals a clear focus on one often overlooked part of EV ownership, what happens after the purchase.
From the outset, Ather has prioritised service support in every city it enters, aiming to make ownership as smooth as the ride itself. Its Gold Service Centres bring in upgraded customer lounges, modern equipment and processes designed to make servicing more transparent and reliable.
Speed, too, is part of the pitch. Through its ExpressCare initiative, riders can get periodic maintenance done in about an hour, now available across 82 centres, turning what used to be a chore into a quick pit stop.
Ather Energy chief business officer Ravneet Singh Phokela said, “Crossing 500 service centres is an important milestone as we scale across the country. Reliable after-sales support is central to the ownership experience, and our focus remains on consistent service quality and accessibility.”
The expansion comes as demand grows for models like the Ather 450 and the Rizta, which have helped the company reach a broader set of riders across metros and emerging cities alike.
Alongside servicing, Ather continues to power up infrastructure through the Ather Grid, now one of the largest fast-charging networks for two-wheelers, with over 4,300 charging points.
With plans to scale further and deepen its presence, Ather’s approach is clear. Selling the scooter may start the journey, but keeping it running smoothly is what sustains it.
