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Jammu /Mumbai  –  Exclusive :  Brune & Bareskin by Voganow has opened its newest retail store at Wave Mall, Jammu, marking a continued push into high-potential luxury markets across North India.

The launch signals the brand’s growing focus on physical retail, as demand for premium, experience-led shopping extends beyond metro cities. With existing stores in Jalandhar, Delhi, Ludhiana, and Bathinda, Jammu becomes a strategic addition to its expanding footprint.

Located within one of the city’s key retail hubs, the new store is designed to translate the brand’s digital-first identity into a tactile, in-person experience. The space brings together its full leather portfolio, including footwear, jackets, bags, and accessories, alongside limited offerings in exotic materials such as ostrich and stingray leather. Interiors follow a restrained contemporary aesthetic with vintage cues, placing emphasis on materiality and craftsmanship over visual excess.

Raja Sarfaraz J&K based Actor /Director) Author ,a youth icon and Brand Ambassador known for his Webseries,Films , serials and Songs was also seen at launch while applauding the unique and fabulous designs also welcomed franchise in Jammu and Kashmir calling it youths first choice and favorite.

Founded in 2015 by Tabby Bhatia under Voganow Fashions Pvt. Ltd., Brune & Bareskin has positioned itself within the premium leather segment through a combination of small-batch manufacturing and customization. Its products are developed at its Jalandhar facility, using imported leather that is vegetable-tanned to enhance durability and finish over time.

The brand’s growth has been driven by a mix of direct-to-consumer scale and high-visibility clientele. Over the years, it has produced bespoke pieces for public figures across sport and entertainment, while also executing institutional orders for organizations such as the BCCI and the Indian cricket team.

“Jammu represents a market where appreciation for craftsmanship already exists,” said Tabby Bhatia, Founder and CEO. “Our focus is to build a brand that is rooted in Indian manufacturing but capable of competing at a global luxury level. Physical retail plays a critical role in that journey.”

The Jammu store will offer both ready collections and made-to-order services, allowing customers to personalise materials, finishes, and design details. The move reflects a broader shift within the brand toward deepening engagement through customization rather than scale alone.

Brune & Bareskin is currently pursuing an aggressive expansion roadmap, with plans to scale its retail network to over 100 stores nationwide. The Jammu opening underscores its intent to build a distributed luxury presence, anchored not just in metros but in fast-evolving regional markets.

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“Honeymoonay Namah,” a wonderful film shot in the beautiful valleys of Uttarakhand, is produced under the banner of Shivakshya Entertainment in association with Navankur Films. The film is produced by Akshay Bafila and Akshay Desai, and directed by Nishant Bhardwaj. The film is co-produced by Dhruv Rathod, Bhaskar Pethshali, and Hemlata Bhardwaj. The film’s cast also hails from Uttarakhand, Notable names include Akshay Bafila, Sonam Thakur, Hemlata Bhardwaj, Nishant Bhardwaj, Meenakshi, Deepak Gupta, Kamal Kishore Tiwari, D.S. Sijwali (Sonu), Alok Verma, Rajan Puri, Mohit Sharma, Jeet Jangid, Rajendra Goswami, Lalit Pant, Aman Singh Rathore, Shyam Sundar Sharma, Deepak Tiruva, Kinshuk Pandey, Anjali Pareekh, Anuj Kumar, Mohit Tiwari, Bhaskar Pethshali, Jaswant Bafila, Indrajit Bafila, Heena Bafila, Arvind Bhatnagar, Amarnath Singh Negi, Naresh Bisht, Pankat Karki, Geeta Bisht, Chandraprakash Tatrari, Kailash Chanyal, and Vinod Kumar. The screenplay and dialogues were written by Nishant Bhardwaj, with music and background score by Akshay Bafila. The film’s lyricists are Sanjay Kabeer and Deepak Tiruwa. ​​The film features several lovely songs that advance the story, including a folk song from Uttarakhand. Here’s an interview with Akshay Bafila, the producer, lead actor, and music director of Honeymoonay Namah.”

Question: Akshay, congratulations on “Honeymoonay Namah”! What inspired you to take on this unique project?

Answer: Thank you! We’re so happy to finally be sharing our film with audiences. You know, we’ve seen many films that tackle serious issues, but we wanted to do something different. We wanted to make people laugh while also highlighting some of the strange aspects of our society.

Question: This film is a satire that uses humor to comment on social issues. What was your approach to balancing comedy and social commentary?

Answer: We didn’t want to preach. We simply wanted to tell a story that was relatable and entertaining. The comedy comes naturally from the characters and situations, and we hope it will make people think.

Question: Tell us about the story of “Honeymoonay Namah.” What attracted you to this particular story?

Answer: The story is simple yet interesting. It’s about a boy who gets caught in the web of misunderstandings and societal pressures surrounding a tradition that doesn’t exist. We loved the idea of ​​how quickly things can escalate, and the humor that follows is so good.

Question: How was working with the rest of the cast?

Answer: It was a dream team! Everyone brought their best to the table, and we had a great time on set. The cast was very supportive, and we got along very well.

Question: Music plays a crucial role in the film. Who inspired your score, and can you tell us about its standout tracks?

Answer: I’m proud of the music we created. We incorporated traditional Uttarakhandi elements and mixed them with a modern flavor. The songs are an important part of the story, and I’m glad you mentioned it – we included a beautiful folk song from Uttarakhand. The film features songs from four different genres.

Question: Do you hope audiences will learn something from “Honeymoonay Namah”?

Answer: Look, we just want people to have a good time and perhaps reflect on some of the strange things in our society. If they leave the theater smiling and with a thought or two, we’ll consider it a success!

Question: How proud was it for you that the film “Honeymoonay Namah” received numerous national and international awards?

Answer: “Honeymoonay Namah” is satirical cinema that attempts to expose the political opportunism prevalent in society through humor. The story of the film revolves around Mona, the son of a farmer from Uttarakhand, whose role I play. We are proud that the film has received many prestigious awards.

Question: When composing music, do you first come up with the lyrics?

Answer: Yes, I try to give the lyricist the freedom to write and then create the tune. However, nowadays, the tune is prepared first, followed by the lyrics. However, it’s better to write the lyrics first, then the music. The songs for this film have been beautifully written by Sanjay Kabeer and Deepak Tiruwa.

Question: How did you decide to become a producer?

Answer: I became a producer considering this to be my own film and to complete it. It was during the lockdown and the shooting was taking place in Uttarakhand, so it was my moral responsibility to contribute to its production.

  

“Honeymoonay Namah” Is A Wonderful Film Shot In The Beautiful Valleys Of Uttarakhand: Actor-Musician Akshay Bafila