New Premises
Keemti Accelerates Maharashtra Expansion With Twin Stores In Pune
Keemti strengthens its Maharashtra footprint with its third retail destination, bringing contemporary fine jewellery and certified lab-grown diamonds closer to Pune’s evolving luxury consumers.
Armaan Kothari and backed by the Kothari Group, entrepreneur Nikhil Kamath, and Kavin Shah, has accelerated its expansion across Maharashtra with the launch of its Baner store, further strengthening its retail presence in the state. Following its flagship store in Andheri, Mumbai, and its existing store in Kharadi, Pune, the new Baner location marks the brand’s third retail destination in Maharashtra, reinforcing its commitment to making contemporary fine jewellery more accessible across one of India’s fastest-growing luxury consumption markets.
The launch of the Baner store marks another milestone in Keemti’s omnichannel growth journey, bringing its thoughtfully curated collection of certified lab grown diamond jewellery closer to consumers across Maharashtra. Designed to offer an immersive retail experience, the new store features an extensive range of everyday essentials, occasion wear, bridal jewellery, and statement pieces that combine contemporary design with exceptional craftsmanship.
Maharashtra continues to be a strategic growth market for Keemti, driven by an evolving consumer base of young professionals, entrepreneurs, and modern luxury buyers seeking jewellery that reflects both personal style and conscious choices. By expanding across Maharashtra, the brand is making contemporary fine jewellery more accessible while strengthening its relationship with consumers in the region.
Pune has emerged as a key market for Keemti, with a growing base of young professionals, entrepreneurs, and discerning consumers embracing new expressions of fine jewellery. The brand’s expanding presence in the city reflects its commitment to offering thoughtfully designed pieces that combine exceptional craftsmanship, modern aesthetics, and conscious luxury.
Each Keemti store presents a diverse collection of everyday essentials, occasion wear, lightweight jewellery, and statement pieces across gold and silver. From refined non-studded designs to diamond-studded creations, the collection reflects Keemti’s philosophy of intentional design and accessible luxury—creating jewellery that celebrates individuality and moves seamlessly across the many facets of the modern Indian woman’s life.
Speaking about the brand’s growth, Sunil Kothari, Chairman, Keemti, said: “Pune has emerged as an important market in Keemti’s growth journey, and the response we have received from consumers across the city has been extremely encouraging. With our presence in Kharadi and now Baner, we are strengthening our reach across two key parts of Pune and bringing the Keemti experience closer to a wider consumer base. The continued expansion of our retail presence in Pune and across Maharashtra reflects our confidence in the region, while our focus remains firmly on quality, trust, exceptional craftsmanship, and a retail experience that puts the customer first.”
Sharing his vision, Armaan Kothari, Founder & MD Keemti, added:”Pune is a city with a young, progressive and increasingly discerning consumer base, making it a natural fit for Keemti’s vision. We are building a jewellery brand for today’s Indian consumer—one who values individuality, thoughtful design and conscious choices. Our growing presence in Pune allows us to engage more closely with this consumer and create an elevated jewellery experience that feels relevant to their lifestyle, aspirations and everyday moments. As we continue to expand across Maharashtra and other key markets, Pune will remain an important part of our growth journey.”
Backed by the Kothari Group’s extensive manufacturing expertise across the USA, Europe, and the Middle East, Keemti brings together global craftsmanship, certified lab grown diamonds, intentional design, and factory-direct pricing to create fine jewellery that is both aspirational and accessible. By leveraging its manufacturing capabilities and direct-to-consumer approach, Keemti is able to offer thoughtfully designed jewellery at competitive prices, making exceptional craftsmanship and the brilliance of lab grown diamonds more accessible to today’s consumer.
The expansion in Pune is part of Keemti’s broader strategy to build a strong retail and omnichannel presence across India. With its flagship store in Andheri, Mumbai, and stores across Kharadi and Baner in Pune, alongside its presence in Indore and Delhi, Keemti is steadily building a network of retail destinations across key markets. The brand plans to further expand its retail footprint, bringing its proposition of intentional design, exceptional craftsmanship, certified lab grown diamonds, and factory-direct pricing to consumers across the country.
New Premises
BVLGARI Expands Its Presence In India With Its First Luxury Destination In Kolkata
The Roman Maison Marks A New ChapterIin East India, Opening Its Debut Standalone Boutique At Quest Mall — Kolkata’s Premier Luxury Hub and Gateway To The Region’s High-End Retail Market.
Bvlgari, the magnificent Roman High Jeweler, opens its first boutique in Kolkata at Quest Mall. Spanning 115 sqm, the new boutique marks another significant milestone in the Maison’s journey in India, bringing Bvlgari’s iconic universe of jewelry, watches, accessories and luxury leather goods to a city celebrated for its enduring relationship with art, craftsmanship and culture.


Located on the Ground Floor of Quest Mall, the boutique unfolds as an immersive celebration of contemporary Rome, where Italian craftsmanship meets Kolkata’s rich artistic and architectural spirit. Inspired by Bvlgari’s historic flagship on Via Condotti, the space pays tribute to the Maison’s Roman heritage through timeless design codes, precious materials and an atmosphere that blends elegance with hospitality. Travertino portals frame the entrance in homage to Rome’s enduring architecture, while the iconic imperial green pelmet, featuring the Bvlgari logo in Roman capitals, reflects one of the Maison’s most recognisable design codes and the enduring influence of ancient Rome.
Inside, the boutique is anchored by sculptural Travertino and onyx marble counters inspired by the vision of Italian architect Carlo Scarpa, complemented by fluted walls that reinterpret the grandeur of ancient Roman columns in a contemporary language. A striking Serpenti chandelier by Venini, handcrafted in Murano glass and composed of approximately 300 crystal wands, celebrates one of Bvlgari’s most enduring icons, while curved showcases evoke the warm glow of a Roman sunset. Artwork by Andy Warhol punctuates the interior with a vibrant cultural accent, highlighting the artist’s celebrated connection with Bvlgari and his view of the Maison’s jewelry as a form of contemporary art.
The boutique also introduces a bespoke artistic installation celebrating the dialogue between Rome and the cultural heart of Kolkata. A handcrafted composition brings together maps of the two cities, connected by a graceful Serpenti form that winds between their urban landscapes, symbolizing the dialogue between their histories and cultures. Rising from the Kolkata side is the Victoria Memorial, one of the city’s most recognizable landmarks and a symbol of its enduring role as a centre of art, culture and intellectual life. Hand-painted and embellished with three-dimensional motifs and gold leaf by Milan-based artisans Pictalab, the installation reflects Bvlgari’s ability to bring together classical heritage, contemporary creativity and exceptional craftsmanship.
The Kolkata boutique will offer clients the complete Bvlgari experience across jewelry, watches, accessories and luxury leather goods. The Maison’s most emblematic collections will take centre stage, with a special focus on Serpenti and Octo — two icons that embody Bvlgari’s distinctive approach to design, from Serpenti’s spirit of transformation and magnetic elegance to Octo’s architectural form and watchmaking excellence. The boutique will also feature Bvlgari’s India-exclusive creations, including the B.zero1 Kada Bracelet and Bvlgari Mangalsutra, alongside celebrated collections such as B.zero1, Divas’ Dream, Bvlgari Bvlgari and Bvlgari Tubogas.
Beyond its collections, the boutique has been conceived around Bvlgari’s approach to building meaningful and lasting client relationships. High jewelry clients have access to private appointments and the Maison’s carnet programme, bringing exceptional creations directly to Kolkata. Curated events and cultural touchpoints will further connect the boutique with the life of the city, creating a destination where Bvlgari’s Roman identity can engage with Kolkata’s rich creative spirit.
Following its presence in Delhi, Mumbai and Hyderabad, Kolkata becomes Bvlgari’s fourth destination in India. The expansion reflects the Maison’s ambition to build one of the country’s most considered luxury presences, focusing on cities where cultural aspiration, discerning clientele and a deep appreciation for craftsmanship come together. As a longstanding centre of India’s artistic and intellectual life, Kolkata represents an important pillar in Bvlgari’s long-term vision for the country and reinforces the Maison’s commitment to deepening its presence in eastern India.
Speaking on the opening, Stéphane Larher, Managing Director, Bvlgari Middle East, Africa and India, said:

“We are very pleased to open our new boutique in Kolkata, a city with a remarkable artistic and cultural heritage and a deep appreciation for craftsmanship. India is an important market for Bvlgari, and this opening represents another significant milestone in the Maison’s journey across the country. We look forward to welcoming our clients from Kolkata and across Eastern India, and to sharing with them the creativity, audacity and Roman spirit of Bvlgari.”
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