Dhoni joins Malabar Gold & Diamonds as Brand Ambassador for long-term association

RIYADH: Malabar Gold & Diamonds, the world’s fourth-largest jewellery retailer and a responsible jeweller, today announced MS Dhoni as its Brand Ambassador, marking the beginning of a long-term association centred around The Responsible Jeweller, the brand’s philosophy of taking responsibility beyond jewellery. At a time when consumers are placing greater emphasis on transparency, authenticity and trust, Malabar Gold is reinforcing its commitment to responsibility across every stage of the value chain.

The Responsible Jeweller is Malabar Gold & Diamonds’ long-term commitment to responsible business practices across the jewellery value chain. It reflects the brand’s approach to ethical sourcing, trusted quality, transparent pricing, responsible manufacturing and customer-first policies, reaffirming its belief that every jewellery purchase should be backed by confidence, accountability, trust and responsibility to all stakeholders.

This commitment is brought to life through Malabar Promises, a comprehensive framework of customer-first commitments. These include 100% BIS Hallmarked jewellery, 28 quality checks for every natural diamond, transparent pricing with no hidden charges, guaranteed buyback, lifetime maintenance, complimentary insurance, best-value exchange programmes and responsible sourcing practices, enabling customers to make every purchase with confidence.

One of India’s most admired sporting icons, MS Dhoni is the only captain in the history of international cricket to lead India to victory in all three ICC white-ball tournaments. Admired for his integrity, consistency and humility, he embodies the values that have defined Malabar Gold & Diamonds for over 33 years since its inception in 1993. The campaign will roll out through one of Malabar Gold & Diamonds’ largest integrated consumer programmes, spanning television, print, digital, social media, radio, cinema, out-of-home media, retail experiences and owned platforms, reaching consumers through more than 450 Malabar Gold & Diamonds stores globally.

Commenting on the partnership, Mr M.P. Ahammad, Chairman, Malabar Group, said: “Consumers today expect more from the brands they choose. Beyond exceptional products, they seek transparency, authenticity and confidence in every purchase. We believe the jewellery industry has a responsibility to meet these expectations through ethical business practices, uncompromising quality and a customer-first approach. That belief has shaped Malabar Gold & Diamonds for over 33 years and continues to guide every decision we make.

MS Dhoni has earned the respect and trust of millions through his integrity, discipline and consistency, qualities that resonate deeply with our own values. We are delighted to welcome him to the Malabar family and look forward to inspiring greater confidence in jewellery buying while reinforcing our commitment to responsible business practices.” MS Dhoni said: “Throughout my career, I have believed that trust is earned through actions and consistency. That is what makes this association with Malabar Gold & Diamonds meaningful for me.

What resonated with me was the brand’s unwavering commitment to transparency, responsibility and customer confidence. I look forward to supporting Malabar Gold & Diamonds in encouraging more people to make informed jewellery-buying decisions and choose with confidence.” Through this long-term association, Malabar Gold & Diamonds aims to encourage consumers to choose jewellery backed not only by exceptional craftsmanship, but also by transparency, responsibility and trust.

Malabar Gold & Diamonds was established in 1993 and is the flagship company of Malabar Group, a leading diversified Indian business conglomerate. With an annual turnover of $9.41 billion, the company currently ranks as the 4th largest jewellery retailer globally. It operates a strong retail network of over 450 showrooms across 14 countries, supported by offices, design centres, wholesale units, and manufacturing facilities across India, the Middle East, the Far East, the USA, the UK, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.

The group, owned by more than 3,500 shareholders, has over 30,000 professionals from more than 26 countries working towards its continued growth. Association reinforces Malabar Gold & Diamonds’ commitment to transparency, responsible business practices and customer-first values as the responsible jeweller. One of Malabar Gold & Diamonds’ largest integrated consumer programmes across television, print, digital, OOH, cinema, radio and retail, reaching customers through more than 450 stores globally.

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