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Bollywood Meets Business Legacy: Ranbir Kapoor Praises PNG Jewellers Chairman’s Raw New Memoir, Choosing Gold
An Avid Reader Of Real-Life Stories, Ranbir Kapoor Calls Choosing Gold “Rare” For How It Treats Failure, Not As A Footnote, But As The Making Of An Instinct
Stories of resilience from business leaders often inspire individuals across all walks of life, and this time, it was Bollywood superstar Ranbir Kapoor who shared his appreciation for the profound insights in Choosing Gold, the debut memoir of Dr. Saurabh Gadgil, Chairman and Managing Director of PNG Jewellers, when presented with a copy by the author recently.
Released nationally by Penguin Random House India, Choosing Gold traces the mindset that built the 194-year-old legacy of PNG Jewellers and that of its Chairman and Managing Director, Dr. Saurabh Gadgil. During their interaction, Ranbir Kapoor revealed he was excited to dive deep into the book after being drawn to its premise, praising its raw reflection on legacy, choices, tough decisions, learnings from failures and overcoming setbacks. Ranbir is an avid reader and appreciates real life stories and autobiographies.
Dr. Saurabh Gadgil, CMD of PNG Jewellers, said:
“Writing Choosing Gold meant resisting the temptation to rewrite my past with the clarity I only have now. I wanted the honesty of what I actually knew and felt in each moment, not the polished version hindsight gives you. Sharing this book with Ranbir led me to have one of the more meaningful conversations I’ve had about the book. We come from very different worlds, but the weight of legacy, and the discomfort of choosing the harder path, turned out to be something we both recognized in each other’s lives.

If even one reader finishes this book and makes their next difficult decision with a little more courage, I’ll consider it to have done its job.”
Sharing his thoughts about the book, Ranbir Kapoor said:

“I love reading autobiographies and real-life stories, because the best ones don’t just tell you what someone achieved, they show you what it cost them and what they were willing to risk. Choosing Gold caught my attention immediately, and the title says it all: this isn’t a story about one big break, it’s about a series of hard, deliberate choices made again and again, often against the safer option. What struck me most is how Saurabh writes about failure, not as a footnote before the success, but as something that actually shaped his instincts. That’s rare in this genre.
Building a legacy like his isn’t about a single moment of vision; it’s about the discipline to keep choosing the harder path when an easier one is right there. That mindset is what makes this book worth reading, whether or not you’re in business at all.”
Choosing Gold offers a candid look into leadership and resilience beyond balance sheets. Formally celebrated at an exclusive Mumbai event featuring actor Madhuri Dixit, the memoir is available across PNG Jewellers stores, pngjewellers.com, Amazon, and leading bookstores nationwide. Ranbir Kapoor and Madhuri Dixit, both are brand ambassadors for PNG Jewellers.
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Rashmika Mandanna Brings Festive Glamour To Swarovski’s Diwali Celebration In Mumbai
Swarovski Brand Ambassador Dazzles In A Bespoke Amit Aggarwal Creation Adorned With Crystals, Celebrating Contemporary Couture, Individuality and Festive Brilliance.
Swarovski brought its signature crystal artistry to its Diwali celebrations in Mumbai, with brand ambassador Rashmika Mandanna taking centre stage in a couture ensemble by designer Amit Aggarwal. Held at The St. Regis, Mumbai, the event showcased the brand’s festive jewellery collections through a blend of fashion, craftsmanship and Indian cultural influences.


Mandanna’s outfit was a highlight of the evening. Her bespoke Cosmos Blue ensemble, featuring a sculptural corset embellished with metallic blue and Jet Hematite Swarovski crystals, reflected the meeting of innovative design and intricate craftsmanship. The creation required more than 1,200 man-hours to complete. She paired the outfit with jewellery from Swarovski’s Hyperbola and Matrix collections, including necklaces, rings, a bracelet and ear cuffs.
The event also offered a closer look at Swarovski’s festive product portfolio. The Diwali edit featured designs from Constella, Hyperbola, Mesmera and Imber, alongside pieces from the established Millenia range. Spanning jewellery, accessories and home accents, the collection highlighted the brand’s use of crystal detailing across different lifestyle categories.
Connecting the showcase with local festive traditions, Swarovski presented a crystal-inspired rangoli featuring vibrant colours and intricate patterns. The installation offered a contemporary interpretation of a traditional Indian decorative art form, bringing together cultural symbolism and the brand’s distinctive visual identity.

The celebration forms part of Swarovski’s “Festive Glam: Celebrate the Light” campaign, which encourages consumers to explore personal style through expressive jewellery and festive accessories. With its combination of couture, crystal embellishment and traditional Indian motifs, the showcase positioned the brand’s Diwali offering around individual expression and contemporary festive dressing.
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