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Weekend Unwind with Insight Cosmetics’ Mihir Jain
Mumbai: With another weekend upon us, it’s the perfect time to relax with Indiantelevision.com’s latest edition of Weekend Unwind-a fun and informal Q&A series that takes a deep dive into the minds of industry leaders. Through this weekend feature, we get a closer look at the people behind the titles, discovering their personal stories, passions, and unique perspectives.
In this week’s session, we have Insight Cosmetics sales and marketing director Mihir Jain. Since joining in 2016, Mihir has driven the company’s online growth, expanding its presence across multiple platforms and achieving 40 per cent quarterly growth. Insight Cosmetics, founded by Dinesh Jain in 2012, started as VOV International in 1986 and has grown from a small operation in Vasai to distributing across 20 states, 12,000 retail stores, and various online platforms. The brand offers over 350 SKUs and focuses on quality, safety, and innovation, with all products being FDA-approved, cruelty-free, and vegan.
Without further ado, here it goes…
Your mantra for life
My life mantra is simple, never give up, no matter what the situation is. Always keep pushing yourself and embrace each challenge as a chance to stretch your limits and stay committed to your path.
A book you are currently reading or plan to read
I’m currently reading Cold Steel by Tim Bouquet and Byron Ousey. It’s an intriguing read that delves into the intense and competitive world of finance.
Your fitness mantra
My fitness mantra is that it’s not just a one-day effort but has become a way of life. Consistency is the key to commitment and embrace fitness as a natural, integral part of your life, rather than viewing it as a chore.
Your comfort food
North Indian food, especially dal makhani with roti is my ultimate comfort meal. It instantly reminds me of home, filling me with a sense of warmth and nostalgia.
A quote or philosophy that keeps you going when the chips are down
A quote that keeps me going during tough times is “The more you sweat, the luckier you get.” This keeps me focused on hard work and seizing every opportunity, knowing that effort creates its own luck.
Your guilty pleasure
My guilty pleasure is staying up late into the night to watch movies while enjoying desserts. It’s my perfect combination of relaxation and indulgence after a long day.
The last time you tried something new
The last time I tried something new was scuba diving in Dubai. It was an unforgettable experience, and I truly enjoyed it. Scuba diving is now ingrained in my memory as a lifelong adventure.
A life lesson you learned the hard way
One valuable life lesson I’ve learned the hard way is to treat everyone, regardless of their position with respect. This not only keeps you humble but also paves the way for personal and professional growth.
What gets you excited about life?
What excites me about life is tackling new challenges at work and exploring new experiences. The thrill of overcoming obstacles and the joy of discovering something new keep me motivated and engaged.
What’s on top of your bucket list?
At the top of my bucket list, there are two thrilling adventures i.e., trekking to the base camp of Mount Everest and skydiving. Both represent grand adventures that promise breathtaking experiences and the thrill of pushing my limits.
If you could give one piece of advice to your younger self, what would it be?
The one piece of advice I will give to my younger self is: Don’t chase money, focus on doing what you love with all your heart. Success and fulfillment will follow when you’re passionate about your work.
One thing you would most like to change about the world
If I could change one thing about the world, it would be to foster greater kindness and compassion towards animals. A more empathetic approach to their well-being would reflect a more caring and humane society.
An activity that keeps you motivated and charged during tough times
Lawn tennis is my go-to activity for staying motivated and energized during tough times. It helps me stay focused, relieve stress, and maintain a positive outlook.
What lifts your spirits when life gets you down?
When life feels challenging, prioritising my health and fitness always lifts my spirits. Taking care of my body and staying in shape not only enhances my mood but also revitalizes my overall perspective.
Your go-to stress buster
To de-stress, I love watching comedy films like Bhool Bhulaiyaa and De Dana Dan. Their humor and lively scenes offer the perfect distraction and help me relax and rejuvenate.
Brands
Tie Delhi-NCR to host D2C Summit on future of e-commerce
200 founders and investors to map the next phase of India’s D2C boom
NEW DELHI: India’s direct-to-consumer playbook is getting a strategy huddle. On 25 February, more than 200 founders, investors and operators will gather at Tie Delhi-NCR’s D2C Summit to discuss how the country’s $100 plus billion opportunity could shape the next chapter of online retail.
Following the success of its inaugural edition, the Summit returns with a sharper focus on the forces redefining digital-first and omnichannel brands. From lifestyle and fashion to food, personal care and Bharat-focused ventures, the event promises a cross-section of the country’s fast-moving consumer ecosystem.
A select group of 60 founders will take part in closed-door roundtables aimed at honest conversations around capital, mentorship and early-stage funding. The day begins with a founders and funders breakfast featuring investors from Faad Ventures, Fluid VC, InfoEdge Ventures and Sauce VC, setting the tone for a day built around candid exchanges rather than polished pitches.
The agenda reads like a roll call of India’s consumer brand builders. Founders from emerging Gen Z-focused labels will share the tricks behind staying relevant in an era of short attention spans, while seasoned operators from brands such as Clovia, Rage Coffee, DeHaat and SleepyCat will unpack the realities of scaling across both online and offline shelves.
The Summit will also spotlight the engines powering this growth. Speakers from Google, Nixi and Skye Air Mobility will discuss the infrastructure behind discovery, domains and delivery. A dedicated session on AI-led workflows will explore how automation is quietly becoming the new profit lever for digital-first brands.
An open-commerce lens will come into focus during a session led by ONDC’s Rohit Lohia, while Fireside Ventures’ Kannan Sitaram will speak on building durable consumer businesses without burning through capital.
Tie Delhi-NCR executive director Geetika Dayal, said the Summit arrives at a pivotal moment for the sector. She noted that today’s brands are competing in a market shaped as much by data and distribution as by product and storytelling. The aim, she said, is to bring together leaders who are not just reacting to change but setting the direction.
Backed by partners including Cashfree Payments, Masters’ Union, Zoom, Cloud Ambassador, Base and Skye Air Mobility, the Summit is positioned as a meeting ground for ideas, investment and the next generation of consumer brands.
For founders looking to decode the future of commerce, it may well be less of a conference and more of a collective reality check. And perhaps, a glimpse of the next breakout brand in the making.
