11 Brands You Didn’t Know Are Owned by Mukesh Ambani’s Reliance Industries

Mukesh Ambani‘s Reliance Digital Industries is one of the most famous business empires among the corporate powers of the world. It is known for its multifaceted business ventures across industries in the global arena. We are all familiar with its flagship ventures like JIO Platform, Reliance Retail, Reliance Digital, and many others.

However, what we are not aware of is the remarkable array of brands owned by Reliance Industries. These brands stayed out of the limelight at Reliance Industries and mostly operated discreetly under the Reliance umbrella. Surprisingly, their affiliation with such a gigantic name is lesser known. However, it’s not because they are not popular but, there is a strategy behind it.

It is basically a strategy of the Reliance Industry to generate constant connectivity and information dissemination throughout the world. From Forbes to Zivame, these brands represent a blend of innovation, market penetration, and strategic investment. They played a very integral part in making up the Reliance Expansive Empire. Each of these brands contributes to the intricate tapestry of Reliance’s business strategy.

So, let’s find out the details of the hidden gems owned by Reliance Industries:

1. Zivame

Zivame is an Indian lingerie and intimate brand, offering a wide variety of products, including bras, panties, sleepwear, and more. The brand is most known for its comfortable and personalized shopping experience for women. Reliance owns 15% of its stake and is trying to acquire 100% of it.

2. Urban Ladder

Urban Ladder is an Indian furniture and décor retailer based in Bangalore, India. It is an e-commerce platform dealing with a variety of furniture, ranging from sofas and beds to dining sets and home accessories. Reliance Industries has bought a 96% stake in this brand for over Rs. 182 crore.

3. Just Dial

Just Dial is a local search engine website that helps individuals by providing them with online contact information. Stunningly, it allows users to access information about various businesses and services across India at their fingertips. Reliance Retail acquired Just Dial for Rs 3497 crore in 2021.

4. Clovia

Clovia is another Indian lingerie and sleepwear brand that focuses on providing a fashionable and comfortable range of lingerie, including bras, panties, nightwear, and activewear. This brand is owned by Purple Panda Fashion and Reliance Retail acquired an 89% equity stake in Purple Panda Fashion in March 2022.

5. Nickelodeon India

Nickelodeon India is one of the most-watched children’s television channels in India. From animated to live-action shows, it gives wholesome entertainment to kids and teenagers. Along with entertainment, it also offers educational content and interactive programming. Nickelodeon is owned by Viacom 18 and is a joint venture between Paramount Global and TV18 by Reliance Industries.

6. Forbes India

Forbes India is the Indian edition of the well-known Forbes magazine that covers business, entrepreneurship, finance, and economics-related news and features in India. It gives us an insight into India’s business landscape and the profiles of some prominent Indian personalities. To everyone’s surprise, it is run by Network 18, and Network 18 is a part of Reliance Industries.

7. Hamleys

Hamley’s is a multinational toy store chain, offering a wide variety of toys, games, and entertainment products for children. In 2019, Reliance Retail brought Hamleys into an all-cash deal. With this acquisition, Reliance aims to expand its business into the toy retail industry.

8. Colors TV

Colors TV is an Indian television channel and is one of the most watched and famous TV channels. It provides a diverse range of entertainment programs, including reality shows, dramas, comedy shows, and more. It is a part of Viacom 18 Media, which is a joint venture of Paramount Global and TV18. TV18 is owned by Reliance Industries.

9. Netmeds

Netmeds is an Indian online medical and healthcare platform that provides a wide range of services, including the delivery of prescribed medicine and healthcare products to your doorstep. To expand its footprints in the medical sector, Reliance Industries bought the majority stake in this pharmaceutical company for Rs. 620 crore.

10. Mandarin Oriental, New York

Mandarin Oriental is one of the most famous luxury hotels located in the city of Manhattan, New York. It is known for its high-end hospitality and luxurious experiences and is part of the Mandarin Hotel Group. Mukesh Ambani’s Reliance Industries acquired this luxury hotel for Rs 811 crore in 2022.

11. Amanté

Amanté is another lingerie brand other than Zivame and Clovia. It offers a wide range of good-quality intimate wear and sleepwear. It focuses on providing comfortable and stylish options for women’s intimate wear. It was owned by a Sri Lankan-based company until 2021. However, in 2021, Reliance Retail brought this international brand.