Healthy Soch
India
healthysoch
Mumbai/New Delhi, March 09, 2026:
Actor and entrepreneur Rakul Preet Singh and producer-entrepreneur Jackky
Bhagnani have partnered with Invision Brands to introduce global franchise brands
easyGym, 5àsec and Blenz Coffee to the Indian market.
The collaboration aims to bring international lifestyle, fitness and service brands to India
through a structured franchise-led expansion strategy, with a focus on expanding across key
urban markets.
Invision Brands operates as part of the Franchise India Group, leveraging its franchising
ecosystem and global brand partnerships to introduce international concepts into the Indian market.
Among the brands entering the market is easyGym, part of the UK-based easyGroup
founded by Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou, known for its large-format gyms, smart pricing model
and technology-driven operations.
Also joining the portfolio is 5àsec, the French dry-cleaning and textile care brand with more
than 55 years of expertise and over 1,700 stores across 31 countries. Known for its
standardized processes, eco-responsible cleaning technologies and technology-enabled
convenience, the brand serves more than 100,000 customers globally each day.
The portfolio also includes Blenz Coffee, the Canadian specialty café chain founded in
Vancouver in 1992. Known for its handcrafted beverages and community-led café
experience, the brand has built a loyal following across Canada and international markets.
Jackky Bhagnani, producer and entrepreneur, says, “We see tremendous potential for
globally successful brands to scale in India. With the right partners and franchise ecosystem
in place, our focus is on building sustainable businesses and creating opportunities for
entrepreneurs across the country.”
Rakul Preet Singh adds, “India’s consumers today are looking for global-quality lifestyle
experiences. Bringing brands like easyGym, 5àsec and Blenz Coffee to India is an exciting
opportunity to build businesses that combine international standards with strong local
relevance.”
Gaurav Marya, Chairman, Franchise India Group, says, “We are delighted to welcome Rakul Preet Singh and Jackky Bhagnani to Invision Brands (Part of Franchise India Group), a company formed with the vision of bringing iconic global brands to India across Fitness & wellness, lifestyle services and café categories. Both of them are a strategic fit not only because of their business acumen but also because of their deep personal interest inwellness, entrepreneurship and building strong consumer brands. Their passion and values made this partnership a natural and exciting step for us.”
The partnership will scale these brands across key Indian cities through a franchise network.
