Malabar Gold & Diamonds, the world’s 5th largest jewellery retailer with over 400 showrooms in 13 countries, has expanded in the UK with two new flagship stores in Birmingham and Southall. Bollywood actress and brand ambassador Kareena Kapoor Khan inaugurated the showrooms, marking a key milestone in the brand’s international growth.
The launch was attended by M.P. Ahammad, Chairman of Malabar Group; Abdul Salam K.P, Vice Chairman; Shamlal Ahamed, MD of International Operations; Mohammed Ziad, Branch Head; along with other directors, senior management team members, community leaders, valued customers, and well-wishers.
Commenting on the launch, M.P. Ahammad, Chairman of Malabar Group, said: “The UK is a key part of our global growth, and we are thrilled to mark this milestone with our flagship showrooms in Birmingham and Southall. With four UK outlets and more planned, these openings strengthen our presence and reinforce our mission to be a preferred global jewellery retailer. I thank our customers, shareholders, and team for their trust and support.”
Abdul Salam K.P, Vice Chairman of Malabar Group, said: “Our uncompromising approach towards transparent and responsible sourcing underlines every showroom we open across the international markets. From sourcing conflict-free, certified diamonds and responsibly mined gold to ensuring ethical labour practices, Malabar Gold & Diamonds continues to set standards in the global jewellery sector. The UK marks the beginning of our consistent growth strategy across Europe, with further launches planned in key cities across the continent.”
Shamlal Ahamed, MD – International Operations, Malabar Gold & Diamonds, said: “The UK, with its vibrant South Asian community and global influence in arts, fashion, and business, is key to our growth. The new Birmingham and Southall showrooms bring us closer to our customers, offering easier access to our jewellery and trusted services. The success of the launch, with Kareena Kapoor Khan and large crowds, reflects the brand’s strong reputation in the UK. Looking ahead, we plan additional showrooms in Manchester and London, as well as expansions into Ireland and France.”
The new showrooms are designed as luxury destinations, offering over 30,000 designs in 18K and 22K gold, diamonds, and precious gems across 25+ exclusive collections. Customers can access customised jewellery services and exclusive bridal designs. At 5,700+ sq.ft, the Birmingham showroom is Malabar Gold & Diamonds’ largest UK outlet. With the new openings, Malabar Gold & Diamonds now has four showrooms in the UK, located in Birmingham, Leicester, Southall, and Green Street, London.
Since 1993, Malabar Group has dedicated 5% of net profits to ESG initiatives, focusing on health, hunger, housing, education, women’s empowerment, and the environment. Its Hunger Free World programme serves 70,000+ meals daily across 170 locations, including three schools in Zambia. In India, 716 micro learning centres educate 32,000+ underprivileged children, while 115,000 scholarships support female students. The group also runs “Grandma Home” for destitute women, ensuring its global success benefits local communities.
