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India.com
20 hours ago
- Business
- India.com
Meet Vijay Mallya's adopted daughter, a jewellery designer, also had links to IPL, her name is...
Meet Vijay Mallya's adopted daughter, a jewellery designer, also had links to IPL, her name is… Fugitive billionaire Vijay Mallya, who is accused of defaulting on loans from several Indian banks, still makes headlines in India. Not only because of the developments in the cases but also for his luxurious lifestyle. But younger generations don't know much about him or his personal life. Very few people know that Mallya adopted a girl and raised her like his daughter. We are talking about Laila Mallya. Unlike her father, she stays away from the public eye and lives a peaceful life. Laila is a very important chapter of Vijay Mallya's personal life. Let's talk about her. Who is Laila Mallya? Vijay Mallya adopted Laila after marrying Rekha Mallya in the 1990s. She grew up in luxury but after getting mature, she chose a very different life, completely different from her father's lifestyle. After Vijay got separated from his first wife, Sameera Tayabji, he met his childhood crush, Rekha in 1993. This was the time when Rakha was about to get separated from her husband Shahid Mahmood. Laila Mahmood was the daughter of Rekha. Mallya not only married Rekha in 1993 but also adopted Laila as his daughter. Since that time the little Laila became a part of Mallya's family. Laila studied at Mallya Aditi International School in Bengaluru. After completing her preliminary studies, she moved to Waltham to complete a degree in international business from Bentley University. She further studied at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City. Laila Mallya's Profession In 2009, she worked with IPL founder Lalit Modi as an executive assistant. However, Laila left the job and returned to her creative interest, launching her jewellery brand – Social Butterfly. Her jewellery brand is famous for fusing traditional Indian designs with modern aesthetics. Laila's jewellery designs gained popularity in Bengaluru's fashion scene being sold at Kahawa boutique. Her innovative approach to accessories led to a Vogue India feature in 2015. Despite maintaining a low profile, she cultivated a dedicated clientele and continues her jewellery design work as of 2025. Laila Mallya's siblings Laila, adopted by Vijay Mallya after her mother's marriage, considers herself a member of the Mallya family. She has two younger half-sisters, Leanna and Tanya, and an older biological brother, Kabir. Laila Mallya's Personal Life Laila Mallya married Samar Singh in 2011 in a private ceremony, which was held in Bali. Samar is an investment banker. Like his wife, he also chose to live a quiet life, away from media attention and controversies. Vijay Mallya Made Headlines Recently Vijay Mallya recently gave his first extensive interview in years, appearing on Raj Shamani's YouTube podcast. He apologised to former Kingfisher Airlines employees for the airline's failure, while denying accusations of theft, characterising himself as a fugitive but not a criminal. He expressed a willingness to return to India only if guaranteed a fair and respectful trial. Mallya also discussed the marketing impact of the Kingfisher Swimsuit Calendar, highlighting its role in launching the careers of Deepika Padukone and Katrina Kaif. The interview was described as his most open and honest conversation to date.
Yahoo
18-05-2025
- Yahoo
Bentley student who died in the Bahamas given posthumous diploma
A day of celebration was also a day of remembrance. Bentley University graduates celebrated their hard work while honoring a senior who died suddenly while on a class trip. On Saturday, undergraduates held white roses in honor of Gaurav Jaisingh. Bentley President Brent Chrite addressed the tragedy, saying that, 'Gaurav was supposed to cross the stage today, lift his degree high, and celebrate an accomplishment many years in the making." During the ceremony, the school shared that Jaisingh was a finance and computer information systems major, a university tour guide, and a good friend. 'Those who were able to know Gaurav, and to count him as a friend, are richer for it.' President Chrite said. Jaisingh's parents were called on stage to accept their son's diploma, the first to be given out. Nassau police say that Jaisingh died in a senior trip to the Bahamas following a fall from an upper-level balcony. According to Bentley University, he accidentally fell. Despite police saying his death is thought to be an accident, the investigation into how it happened continues. This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available. Download the FREE Boston 25 News app for breaking news alerts. Follow Boston 25 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch Boston 25 News NOW
Gulf Today
14-05-2025
- Gulf Today
Indian student dies after falling from hotel balcony days before graduation
An Indian-origin student from the US died after falling from a balcony in the Bahamas, just a few days before graduating. Gaurav Jaisingh, a student of Bentley University, Massachusetts, was on an annual senior class trip. Reports suggested that Jaisingh, a native of Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, was a member of the Delta Sigma Pi fraternity and the South Asian Students Association of the University. Bentley University took to social media on Wednesday, grieving the tragic loss of the student. "It's been a difficult few days, and our community is feeling the emotional toll of the tragic loss of Gaurav Jaisingh '25. Our hearts go out to Gaurav's family and friends. We plan to honour Gaurav at the undergraduate commencement ceremony," the university said in a post on X. The Royal Bahamas Police Force earlier confirmed the incident, stating that Jaisingh fell from an upper-level balcony while inside his hotel room with other roommates. "On Sunday, the police launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of an adult male of the United States on Paradise Island. According to initial reports, sometime around 10:00pm, the victim was inside his hotel room with other roommates when it is reported that he accidentally fell from an upper-level balcony. He was later found unresponsive on a lower floor," said the police in a press release. The police stated that emergency medical services responded and transported the student to the hospital; however, he succumbed while enroute, and investigations are ongoing into this incident. "We share our deepest condolences with Gaurav's family, friends and loved ones. While local authorities are investigating, it appears Gaurav accidentally fell from a balcony. We will share more information when available while respecting his family's privacy," Bentley University said in a statement to the American television network, ABC News. "This is an enormous tragedy for our community. Bentley is providing resources for those who are impacted and encourages anyone who needs support to reach out to the university's counselling centre," it added. Indo-Asian News Service
India Today
14-05-2025
- India Today
Indian-American student dies after falling from Bahamas hotel balcony
A college trip to the Bahamas turned tragic for an Indian-origin US student, Gaurav Jaisingh, who died after falling from a hotel balcony in the island country just six days before his graduation. The 25-year-old was on an annual Bentley University senior class trip when he fell to his death. The incident took place on the night of May 11 at the Atlantis Paradise Island Resort and Casino, according to media originally from Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, US, was involved in Delta Sigma Pi fraternity and was also active in the South Asian Students Association at his University's undergraduate commencement ceremony was scheduled for Saturday. He studied finance with a minor in computer information systems at Bentley. According to a report in The Daily Mail, for two decades, the school has offered the graduating class a five-day, four-night trip to the Bahamas during the week between finals and is a small private university located in Waltham, about 12 miles outside of Boston. The annual tuition fee is $87,820 (approximately Rs 73 lakh).HE FOUND UNRESPONSIVE AFTER BALCONY FALL: POLICEThe Royal Bahamas Police Force has confirmed that an American man fell from an upper-level balcony while he was inside his hotel room with several was found unresponsive on a lower floor, ABC News reported, citing the services responded and transported him to a hospital, but he succumbed to his injuries while being taken to the hospital, according to the police said the investigation into the death is still OFFERS CONDOLENCES OVER GAURAV'S DEATH"We share our deepest condolences with Gaurav's family, friends, and loved ones. While local authorities are investigating, it appears Gaurav accidentally fell from a balcony," Bentley University said in a statement to ABC News."We will share more information when available while respecting his family's privacy," the varsity added."This is an enormous tragedy for our community. Bentley is providing resources for those who are impacted and encourages anyone who needs support to reach out to the university's counseling center," it WAS SET TO START HIS CAREER AS CONSULTANT The 25-year-old student served as the fraternity pledge coordinator from January 2024 to August 2024 and was also involved in the university's new student programs as an orientation leader and tour guide, The Daily Mail graduation, he was set to start his career as a consultant in New York City, according to The Daily Mail.
New Indian Express
14-05-2025
- New Indian Express
Indian-origin college student from US dies in Bahamas
NEW YORK: An Indian-origin college student from the US died in the Bahamas after accidentally falling from a hotel balcony just days before he was set to graduate. Gaurav Jaisingh was a student at Bentley University, Waltham, Massachusetts and was in the Bahamas for an annual senior class trip when he died in the accident on Sunday. Jaisingh was set to graduate later this week. Bentley University said in a post on X that it's been a difficult few days and our community is feeling the emotional toll of the tragic loss of Gaurav Jaisingh '25. Our hearts go out to Gaurav's family and friends. We plan to honour Gaurav at the undergraduate commencement ceremony, scheduled for May 17. According to a report in ABC News, Bentley University said in a statement that we share our deepest condolences with Gaurav's family, friends and loved ones. While local authorities are investigating, it appears Gaurav accidentally fell from a balcony. We will share more information when available while respecting his family's privacy. This is an enormous tragedy for our community. Bentley is providing resources for those who are impacted and encourages anyone who needs support to reach out to the university's counseling center, it added.
