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By Manu Vardhan Kannan
Published on July 18, 2025
Gurugram, once known mainly for its corporate skyline, is fast becoming India’s new-age retail capital. Moving beyond its identity as a tech and business hub, the city is now home to flagship retail stores that blend shopping with unforgettable experiences. Global and Indian brands alike from Samsung to LEGO are choosing Gurugram to launch their most interactive, immersive stores. Thanks to a young, affluent, and tech-savvy population along with top-notch infrastructure, the city has become the go-to destination for brands looking to reinvent how India shops.
Retail in Gurugram is more than just transactions, it's storytelling. At DLF CyberHub, Samsung’s 3,000 sq ft Experience Store offers a multi-sensory journey. From product demos and AI-led workshops to SmartThings integrations, it’s all about engaging consumers in meaningful ways. Similarly, Ambience Mall offers an inspiring atmosphere where LEGO fuels imagination for all ages, and TRENDS 3.0 brings fashion to life through tech-led personalisation. These spaces invite people to not just shop—but to connect, explore, and belong.
The city’s rise is also reflected in the numbers. According to Cushman and Wakefield, retail leasing activity across NCR’s malls and high streets jumped 57% year-on-year in Q1 2025, totaling 4.08 lakh sq ft. Of this, high-street locations made up 61%, showing brands’ growing preference for places that offer high visibility and footfall near residential areas. Gurugram led the charts, accounting for 52% of total leasing, followed by Noida and Delhi.
Fashion and food & beverage (F&B) topped the charts with 24% share each in the leasing mix, followed by entertainment (18%) and department stores (11%). Notably, F&B leasing nearly doubled compared to last year, highlighting the shift toward lifestyle-oriented retail.
This growth in demand has sparked a race for high-quality, Grade A retail spaces in Gurugram. Developers are now focusing on mixed-use hubs, smart high streets, and hybrid formats that combine convenience with engaging experiences. Emerging zones like Golf Course Extension Road, Dwarka Expressway, and New Gurgaon are developing into thriving micro-markets. With growing metro access, wide highways, and new residential areas, these pockets are transforming into well-rounded retail ecosystems beyond the city’s traditional hubs.
Pankaj Jain, Chairman and CMD of SPJ Group, notes, “Commercial growth in Gurugram has driven a boom in retail leasing. People are now drawn to spaces that blend food, fashion, entertainment, and leisure. And the real action is now shifting to new, promising areas that are witnessing increasing footfall and spending. These places are ideal for curated retail concepts that offer both convenience and discovery.”
Arjun Gehlot, Director of Ambience Malls, adds, “Gurugram’s evolving lifestyle is reshaping retail. Consumers now seek meaningful experiences, and malls are becoming key spaces for connection. With better metro links and higher spending power, the city is drawing big names. At Ambience, we’ve created spaces that go beyond shopping—offering food, wellness, art, and entertainment. Our malls are true destinations.”
Technology, too, is reshaping the city’s retail scene. From AI-powered tools that understand shopper behaviour to real-time inventory systems, brands are embracing tech to elevate both operations and experiences. Omnichannel strategies are bringing together online and offline touchpoints, while digital displays, smart parking, and loyalty apps are now common across malls and high streets.
Prakash Mehta, CMD of Ocus Group, highlights, “Retail leasing is gaining momentum, especially with the rise of organised high-street formats. Global brands are investing in spaces that offer visibility and strong returns. Corridors like Dwarka Expressway and areas like Sector 99 are turning into retail hotspots. We’re seeing a clear trend toward community-focused, experience-driven retail.”
By blending innovative real estate formats, cutting-edge tech, and immersive consumer journeys, Gurugram has carved a niche for itself as a future-ready retail destination. Whether it’s flagship showrooms or lively high streets, the Millennium City is offering a bold and fresh vision of how India will shop tomorrow.
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Published on August 28, 2025
Lemon Tree Hotels has announced the signing of its latest property, Keys Select by Lemon Tree Hotels, Mhasrul, Nashik. The new hotel will be managed by Carnation Hotels Private Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Lemon Tree Hotels Limited.
The property will feature 50 well-appointed rooms, a restaurant, and a banquet, offering both leisure and business travelers a comfortable stay. Conveniently located, the hotel is about 16 km from Nashik International Airport and 15 km from Nashik Railway Station, with easy access to public and private transport.
Situated on Saputara-Nashik Road, the location benefits from strong connectivity to Gujarat. The area is emerging as a key industrial hub with major companies such as Reliance and Godrej already established there.
Speaking about the signing, Vilas Pawar, CEO, Managed & Franchise Business, Lemon Tree Hotels, said, “We are delighted to reinforce our presence in Maharashtra. This signing aligns with our broader strategy for sustained growth across key markets. This addition reinforces our growing footprint in the state, where we currently operate 14 hotels and have nine more upcoming ones.”
This new signing strengthens Lemon Tree Hotels’ presence in Maharashtra and highlights its commitment to expanding across important business and leisure destinations.
ITC Hotels Limited has expanded its boutique brand Storii with the signing of a new property in Kerala. The group announced definitive agreements with Silvercastle Holidays and Resorts (India) Private Limited for the 62-key Storii by ITC Hotels Wayanad Silverwoods, located alongside the scenic Banasura Sagar Dam in Wayanad.
Currently operating under another identity, the property will undergo extensive renovation before reopening under the Storii brand. This development marks the debut of Storii by ITC Hotels in Kerala, further strengthening the chain’s growing presence in the state. ITC Hotels now has a pipeline of three properties in Kerala.
Speaking about the expansion, Anil Chadha, Managing Director, ITC Hotels Limited, said, “Kerala’s diverse landscapes and rich cultural heritage makes it a compelling destination for our loyalists. We are thrilled about our partnership with Silvercastle Holidays and Resorts and look forward to adding this experience to our Brand Storii’s portfolio.”
Adding to this, Benny John Kuppail, Managing Director of Silvercastle Holidays and Resorts (India) Private Limited, said, “We are delighted to be the first hotel of the Storii by ITC Hotels brand in Kerala and believe this new identity will give us the opportunity to showcase our rich and diverse history and simultaneously set a new benchmark for a sustainable and eco-friendly hospitality footprint in the state.”
Storii by ITC Hotels is a collection of handpicked boutique properties catering to the evolving needs of global travellers. These premium-segment hotels are designed as intimate experiences at both popular and unexpected destinations.
With a portfolio of more than 140 hotels across 90 destinations and over 13,000 keys, ITC Hotels is among India’s leading luxury chains. Known for its philosophy of “Responsible Luxury,” the group integrates sustainability into its hospitality model. ITC Hotels is the world’s first chain to achieve 23 LEED Platinum certified hotels, along with pioneering LEED Zero Carbon and LEED Zero Water certifications.
The group operates under six distinct brands: ITC Hotel and Mementos in the luxury segment, Welcomhotel in the upper upscale space, Storii in the premium boutique category, Fortune in the mid-market to upscale space, and WelcomHeritage in the heritage leisure segment.
By Hariharan U
Published on August 27, 2025
Cinépolis India, the country’s first international cinema exhibitor, has unveiled Foovies a fresh concept that reimagines what a movie outing can be. Introduced in Hyderabad, Foovies brings together India’s two biggest passions food and cinema under one roof.
Traditionally, a movie night meant dinner followed by a film. Cinépolis has fused the two into a seamless in-theatre dining experience where guests can enjoy indulgent, freshly prepared meals while watching their favourite films. It’s not just snacking anymore; Foovies transforms cinema food into a curated culinary affair.
The menu moves far beyond the expected popcorn and cola. Patrons can now savour pizzas, wraps, fries, nachos, samosas, and even rich in-house desserts, all prepared fresh. With this shift, Cinépolis is positioning itself not just as a multiplex, but as a lifestyle destination where food and entertainment converge.
To celebrate the launch, Cinépolis has introduced Foovies25, a special offer giving 25% off on both food and movie tickets. Club Cinépolis members will also benefit from earning and redeeming loyalty points on food and beverage purchases.
Speaking on the launch, Devang Sampat, Managing Director, Cinépolis India, said, “At Cinépolis, we don’t just showcase films, we craft experiences. Foovies is our bold step to make every movie visit an immersive lifestyle indulgence, blending the joy of cinema with the comfort of world-class food”.
Since its entry into India in 2009, Cinépolis has been at the forefront of cinema innovation, from luxury recliners and Dolby sound to its much-loved fresh popcorn. With Foovies, it takes the experience a step further transforming theatres into dining destinations and offering audiences a new way to enjoy cinema.
About Cinépolis India:
Cinépolis India is a group company of Cinépolis and the first international cinema exhibitor to enter the country. Today, it operates 449 screens under the brands Cinépolis, Cinépolis VIP, and Fun Cinemas. Known for innovations like luxury cinemas, Cinépolis Junior (a child-friendly auditorium concept), and its popular loyalty program Club Cinépolis, the brand continues to set benchmarks in entertainment. Over the years, it has also been recognised with several awards, including “India’s Top Multiplex Chain of the Year” and “Most Admired Retailer of the Year: Best Turnaround” at MAPIC India 2023.
With Foovies, Cinépolis is once again reshaping the way India consumes entertainment, making every movie outing a blend of great flavour, comfort, and storytelling.
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