Radhika Gupta Takes a Stand Against Dior: Demands Recognition for Indian Artisans Behind $200K Mukaish Overcoat

MumbaI, India — Radhika Gupta, CEO of Edelweiss and a judge on “Shark Tank India,” has sparked controversy by calling out luxury brand Dior for alleged cultural appropriation related to its new Mukaish-embroidered overcoat. Priced at approximately ₹1.7 crore (around $200,000), the coat features traditional Indian embroidery techniques that Gupta asserts were completed by a team of 12 artisans over a span of 34 days, without proper acknowledgment of their contribution. In a passionate social media post on X, formerly known as Twitter, Gupta criticized Dior for what she termed “blatant cultural appropriation.” She expressed … Read more

Boat Co-Founder Aman Gupta Reveals Surprising Attitude of Bollywood Brand Ambassador

Mumbai, India — Aman Gupta, the co-founder of the well-known audio company Boat, recently revealed unsettling experiences with a Bollywood actor who represented his brand. Gupta made these remarks during a podcast with Anupam Mittal, a fellow judge on the television show “Shark Tank India.” They were discussing the nuances of celebrity endorsements ahead of the show’s new season, which begins broadcasting on January 6. In the candid discussion, Gupta expressed that the actor, previously believed to display humility and kindness, showcased an opposite, more arrogant side while working with Boat. This contrast, Gupta pointed … Read more