Kareena Kapoor Khan Inaugurates Malabar Gold & Diamonds' New Flagship Showroom in Abu Dhabi at Hamdan Street

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Malabar Gold & Diamonds' new flagship concept showroom & 17th outlet in Abu Dhabi at Hamdan Street, was inaugurated by brand ambassador of Malabar Gold & Diamonds and Bollywood icon, Kareena Kapoor Khan. Mr. Abdul Salam K.P, Vice Chairman of Malabar Group; Mr. Shamlal Ahamed, MD-International Operations, Malabar Gold & Diamonds; Mr. Nishad AK, Malabar Group Executive Director; Mr. Abdul Majeed, Director of Malabar Group; Mr. Faisal AK, Head of Manufacturing at Malabar Gold & Diamonds; Mr. Ameer CMC, Director of Finance & Admin at Malabar Gold & Diamonds; Mr. Sakkeer P, Head of Merchandising & SCM (Gold) at Malabar Gold & Diamonds; Mr. Shaji Kakkodi, Malabar Group Chief Digital Officer; Mr. Ranjith KV, Regional Head-UAE; Mr. Nijaz EM, Zonal Head-Abu Dhabi, other senior management team members, customers, and well-wishers were present. 

Malabar Gold & Diamonds, the 5^th largest jewellery retailer globally with over 420 showrooms across 14 countries, has unveiled its flagship new concept showroom in Abu Dhabi at Hamdan Street. The showroom was formally inaugurated by Bollywood actress and Brand Ambassador of Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Kareena Kapoor Khan, in the presence of Mr. Abdul Salam K.P, Vice Chairman of Malabar Group; Mr. Shamlal Ahamed, MD-International Operations, Malabar Gold & Diamonds; Mr. Nishad AK, Malabar Group Executive Director; Mr. Abdul Majeed, Director of Malabar Group; Mr. Faisal AK, Head of Manufacturing at Malabar Gold & Diamonds; Mr. Ameer CMC, Director of Finance & Admin at Malabar Gold & Diamonds; Mr. Sakkeer P, Head of Merchandising & SCM (Gold) at Malabar Gold & Diamonds; Mr. Shaji Kakkodi, Malabar Group Chief Digital Officer; Mr. Ranjith KV, Regional Head-UAE; Mr. Nijaz EM, Zonal Head-Abu Dhabi, other senior management team members, customers, and well-wishers. Kareena Kapoor Khan’s much anticipated appearance drew large crowds to Hamdan Street, reaffirming its stature as one of Abu Dhabi’s most strategic and prominent jewellery destinations.

The newly launched outlet marks Malabar Gold & Diamonds’ 17^th showroom in the Abu Dhabi-Al Ain region and its 3^rd showroom on Hamdan Street, further strengthening the brand’s footprint in one of the city’s most important jewellery hubs. Designed as the brand’s flagship showroom in Abu Dhabi, the space reflects Malabar Gold & Diamonds evolved retail philosophy, offering a refined and immersive jewellery shopping experience through contemporary design, personalized service, and an extensive portfolio of exquisite collections.

Spanning 4,000+ sq.ft, the new showroom at Hamdan street houses over 30,000 meticulously crafted designs across 18K & 22K gold, diamond, and precious gemstone jewellery, featuring Malabar Gold & Diamonds’ exclusive brands including Mine, Era, Viraaz, Precia, Ethnix, and Divine. The collections span bridal, traditional, contemporary, and everyday jewellery, curated to resonate with global design sensibilities while catering to the diverse tastes of Abu Dhabi’s discerning customers.

Commenting on the occasion, Mr. M.P Ahammad, Chairman of Malabar Group, said,
“The launch of our flagship concept showroom on Hamdan Street marks a key milestone in Malabar Gold & Diamonds’ growth in Abu Dhabi and the UAE. Guided by trust, transparency, and craftsmanship, each new showroom reflects our vision to elevate jewellery retail through innovation, ethical practices, and customer‑first values. Abu Dhabi has been central to our global expansion, and this flagship reaffirms our commitment to sustainable growth and exceptional value as we progress toward becoming the world’s no. 1 jewellery retailer.”

Designed to cater to the discerning tastes of jewellery connoisseurs, the new showroom has been thoughtfully equipped with exclusive amenities, including customised jewellery designing facility that allows customers to bring their dream creations to life, along with an exclusive customer lounge designed for a comfortable and personalised shopping experience.

Mr. Abdul Salam K.P, Vice Chairman of Malabar Group, commented,
“The strong response to our new Hamdan Street flagship is truly encouraging. It reflects the trust customers place in Malabar Gold & Diamonds—for our design excellence as well as our commitment to ethical sourcing, transparent pricing, and sustainable practices. With 17 world‑class showrooms, Abu Dhabi remains a vital market for us, and this successful launch reinforces our belief that long‑term growth is built on integrity, responsibility, and customer confidence.”

Malabar Gold & Diamonds currently operates 17 showrooms across Abu Dhabi and Al Ain. In Abu Dhabi, the showrooms are located at: Al Wahda mall, Mushriff Mall, Mussafah Capital Mall & Shabia, Mazyad Mall, Dalma Mall, Madinat Zayed Shopping Centre, Al Dhannah Mall, Hamdan Street (3 showrooms). In Al Ain, the brand has 3 showrooms. 

Mr. Shamlal Ahamed, Managing Director International Operations, Malabar Gold & Diamonds, said, “Malabar Gold & Diamonds began its Abu Dhabi journey in 2010, and the emirate has since become one of our most important international markets. Its diverse customer base and strong preference for quality and trust make it central to our regional strategy. Our new showroom has been designed around evolving customer expectations and having Kareena Kapoor Khan inaugurate it adds to the significance of the occasion. The Hamdan Street opening also marks our 70th showroom in the UAE, a major milestone in our expansion. As our largest market outside India, the UAE offers immense potential, and we remain committed to growing sustainably and responsibly”.

Malabar Gold & Diamonds is globally known for offering an exceptional jewellery buying experience, strengthened by customer‑friendly policies and the ‘Malabar Promise’ of unmatched quality and service assurance. This promise includes industry‑leading practices such as 100% value on diamond and gold jewellery exchange, transparent pricing, lifetime maintenance across our showrooms in 14 countries, guaranteed buyback, certified diamonds, fully hallmarked products, responsible sourcing, a fair price policy, and fair labour standards.

ESG (Environmental, Social & Governance) initiatives have been the primary commitment of Malabar Group since its inception in 1993, with 5% of net profits set aside towards such initiatives in each country of operations. The key focus is in the areas of Health, Hunger Free World, Housing, Education, Women Empowerment & Environment.

As part of the group’s Hunger Free World initiative, over 115,000 meals are distributed daily across 119 locations, including 3 schools in the African country of Zambia. In India alone, the group has established 1,531 micro learning centres, enrolling more than

61,000 underprivileged children, many of whom transition into formal schooling. Additionally, Malabar Group has awarded more than 128,000 scholarships to female students, supporting their academic journey and empowering the next generation of women leaders.

The company also runs the “Grandma Home” project, providing accommodation for needy and destitute women. With several such initiatives already in place, the company’s long-term goal is to ensure its global success benefits local communities wherever it operates.