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Gobble and Tourism Australia Unite for a mini-series
Mumbai: Gobble and Tourism Australia have announced a collaboration on a new travel series, Unravel Australia, hosted by actor Ayush Mehra. This five-part mini series, now live on YouTube, takes viewers on an immersive journey through Australia’s stunning landscapes and uniquely Australian experiences.
Each 8–10-minute episode of Unravel Australia offers a comprehensive look at Australia’s best kept secrets and unmissable experiences. Living his dream of exploring the ‘Land Down Under’, Ayush surfs the waves of Sydney’s Bondi Beach, explores the stunning depths of the Great Barrier Reef in Queensland, visits the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground, gets up close and personal with kangaroos and koalas at Ballarat Wildlife Park in Victoria, sandboards down dunes in Port Stephens in New South Wales, and samples world class food and drink experiences with the celebrated Australian chef and TV personality, Andy Allen.
Gobble’s innovative approach to delivering entertaining and meaningful content aligns with Tourism Australia’s mission to showcase the unique and unforgettable experiences that the destination has to offer Indian travellers. By combining Ayush Mehra’s engaging storytelling with the visually captivating and diverse landscapes of Australia, Unravel Australia is set to be a feast for the senses.
Pocket Aces D2C head, Vishwanath Shetty expressed, “At Pocket Aces, we are constantly striving to create content that entertains and enriches the viewer’s experience. ‘Unravel Australia’ is a perfect example of how storytelling and visual exploration can come together to showcase a country’s cultural and natural wonders. Ayush’s enthusiasm and passion for exploration, combined with the breathtaking visuals of Australia, will undoubtedly captivate our audience. We’re proud to collaborate with Tourism Australia on this project and look forward to bringing more such exciting content to our viewers.”
Commenting on the new series, Tourism Australia Country Manager – India & Gulf Nishant Kashikar said, “Our key objective of the partnership with Pocket Aces and their channel Gobble was to make Australia the destination of choice for their premium audience who are seeking holiday inspiration. Australia has something for every type of traveller – from stunning landscapes and vibrant cities, to world-class cuisine, and unique wildlife experiences that are enjoyable all year round. The new series is just a glimpse into the diversity of tourism experiences that Australia has to offer.”
“Being a part of ‘Unravel Australia’ has been nothing short of a magical adventure, all thanks to Gobble. Australia’s Southeast Coast is a treasure trove of stunning landscapes, vibrant cities, and rich culture, and I’m thrilled to be able to share these experiences with viewers back home. Every moment of this journey has been an adventure, from the thrill of surfing the waves to the serene beauty of the forests. I hope this series inspires people to explore Australia and experience the wonder of ‘The Land Down Under’ themselves,” said Ayush Mehra.
Gaming
Bluestone FY26 revenue rises to Rs 2,436 crore, turns profitable
Q4 profit at Rs 31 crore, full-year profit at Rs 13 crore vs loss last year.
MUMBAI: From sparkle to numbers, Bluestone seems to be polishing more than just jewellery this year. Bluestone Jewellery and Lifestyle Limited reported a sharp turnaround in FY26, with revenue from operations rising to Rs 2,436 crore (Rs 24,364 million), up from Rs 1,770 crore (Rs 17,700 million) in FY25. The company posted a full-year profit of Rs 13 crore (Rs 131.79 million), a significant recovery from a loss of Rs 222 crore (Rs 2,218 million) a year ago.
Total income for the year stood at Rs 2,486 crore (Rs 24,860 million), compared to Rs 1,830 crore (Rs 18,300 million) in the previous year, reflecting both topline growth and improved operational momentum.
The March quarter, however, told a more nuanced story. Revenue from operations came in at Rs 681 crore (Rs 6,814 million), down from Rs 748 crore (Rs 7,486 million) in the year-ago period, though higher than Rs 461 crore (Rs 4,613 million) in the preceding December quarter. Net profit for Q4 stood at Rs 31 crore (Rs 311.81 million), compared to Rs 68 crore (Rs 688 million) a year earlier, but a clear reversal from a loss of Rs 51 crore (Rs 512 million) in Q3.
Margins were shaped by higher input costs, with raw material consumption rising to Rs 2,204 crore (Rs 22,043 million) for the full year, alongside employee benefit expenses of Rs 282 crore (Rs 2,824 million) and finance costs of Rs 210 crore (Rs 2,104 million). Other expenses came in at Rs 371 crore (Rs 3,715 million), slightly lower than Rs 393 crore (Rs 3,938 million) in FY25.
On the balance sheet front, total assets expanded to Rs 4,961 crore (Rs 49,610 million) as of March 31, 2026, from Rs 3,532 crore (Rs 35,322 million) a year earlier, driven largely by a surge in inventories to Rs 2,672 crore (Rs 26,718 million). Equity also strengthened to Rs 1,803 crore (Rs 18,030 million), nearly doubling from Rs 911 crore (Rs 9,107 million).
Cash flows reflected the cost of growth. Net cash used in operating activities stood at Rs 199 crore (Rs 1,990 million), while investing activities saw an outflow of Rs 239 crore (Rs 2,392 million). Financing activities, however, generated Rs 497 crore (Rs 4,971 million), helping the company end the year with cash and cash equivalents of Rs 108 crore (Rs 1,075 million), up from Rs 49 crore (Rs 487 million).
Earnings per share for FY26 came in at Rs 1.10, a sharp improvement from a negative Rs 79.74 in FY25, underlining the shift from losses to profitability.
With revenue scaling up, costs still glittering on the higher side, and profitability finally back in the black, BlueStone’s FY26 performance suggests a business mid-transition less about shine alone, and more about sustaining it.
