The Leela Bhartiya City Bengaluru Curated An Evening Of Celebrations And Conversations With Shri Javed Akhtar To Commemorate Its Second Year Of Successful Presence

Bengaluru, 26th October 2023: The Leela Bhartiya City Bengaluru marked the success of its second anniversary with an exquisite evening of celebrations and conversations with the extremely well renowned writer, lyricist and poet Shri Javed Akhtar along with Ms. Rakshanda Jalil, writer and literary historian.

Keeping in line with the brand ethos of celebrating and preserving the rich culture of India, The Leela Bhartiya City Bengaluru hosted this unique experience of meaningful exchange of conversations around India’s timeless poetic and cinematic heritage. The evening truly epitomized the embodiment of tradition and ardor amongst an august gathering of well esteemed corporates, hotel patrons and key influencers from the city.

Nestled amidst the pristine environs of Bhartiya City, one of India’s largest integrated smart cities, spread across 125 acres, the hotel had opened its doors in September 2021. Over these last two years, the hotel has established itself as a preferred choice in the Namma City Bengaluru for business as well as leisure travellers.

“We are extremely grateful and humbled with the overwhelming response that the hotel has received over the last two years. This success is a testament to our commitment to providing exemplary experiences to our

Virender Razdan, General Manager at The Leela Bhartiya City Bengaluru

guests, only made possible by our teams who go above and beyond every day to deliver this promise. We look forward to continuing to deliver such memorable experiences to our guests and to celebrating even greater milestones.”

The Leela Bhartiya City Bengaluru seamlessly blends contemporary chic with the timeless Leela aesthetic to create one of the most gracefully designed properties in the city. Strategically located on Thanisandra Road, just at a 25-minute drive from the International Airport, the hotel provides easy access to the MG Road and Outer Ring Road connecting the IT corridors of Bengaluru and some of the city’s most iconic locations. 281 lavishly appointed guest rooms and suites offer breath-taking views of the verdant Bhartiya City, luxuriant comfort and intuitive amenities.

The hotel also boasts of a diverse portfolio of restaurants including Falak (Indian), The Lotus Oriental (Pan Asian), Quattro (All-day Dining) and The Library Bar. It further offers leisure facilities including a pool, a spa and a state-of-the-art fitness centre. To view more information about the hotel, please visit here.

ABOUT THE LEELA PALACES, HOTELS AND RESORTS:

Headquartered in Mumbai, The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts is owned by a Brookfield Asset Management-sponsored private real estate fund and operates eleven award-winning properties in major cities and leisure destinations across India. These include the flagship hotel in the capital city of New Delhi, Bengaluru, Chennai, Udaipur, Jaipur, Gurugram, East Delhi, Mumbai, Gandhinagar and now Kovalam and Ashtamudi in Kerala. The Leela celebrates each hotel through its unique location, art, culture and cuisine with thoughtful services, celebratory rituals, and immersive experiences. The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts was voted the World’s Best Hotel Brand twice in a row by Travel + Leisure, USA, World’s Best Awards Survey, 2020 and 2021. In 2023, the brand has once again featured in the top 3 World’s Best Hotel Brands. An epitome of true Indian luxury hospitality, The Leela is committed to providing guests with unforgettable stays in settings that capture the essence of India. The brand has a marketing alliance with US-based Preferred Hotels & Resorts and is a member of the Global Hotel Alliance. For more information, please visit our website www.theleela.com and connect with us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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