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Indian-origin billionaires are increasingly powering the UAE's wealth, with nine individuals on Forbes Middle East's 2026 list commanding $49.9 billion. These entrepreneurs have built multi-billion-dollar businesses across various sectors, reflecting the UAE's appeal as a hub for global wealth due to its business-friendly policies and strategic location.

Actress Haylie Duff and fiancé Matt Rosenberg have ended their 12-year engagement. The couple reportedly called it quits earlier this year. Duff is seeking privacy for her two young daughters. They were together for over a year and a half before getting engaged in 2014. Their wedding plans were previously postponed.

Lulu Group Chairman Yusuff Ali thanks Indian Prime Minister Modi for food supplies to the Gulf that remain uninterrupted, despite global uncertainties amid Iran vs US-Israel war. Lulu Group's robust supply chain ensures stable inventory and prevents immediate disruptions. This vital assurance strengthens India's role as a strategic food security partner for the import-reliant Gulf region, offering stability and affordability.

Lulu Retail is set to open 50 new stores across the GCC by 2028, bolstering its presence with hypermarkets and smaller formats. This ambitious expansion, following record revenues, promises hundreds of jobs and aims to enhance accessibility to essentials. The move signifies Lulu's commitment to both physical and digital retail growth, adapting to evolving consumer habits in the region.

Lulu Forex Pvt Ltd, the foreign currency exchange business arm of Dubai-based Lulu Group, will open three more branches within a month, said Shibu Mohammed, head of its Kerala operations.

A sea of mourners descended roads between Biju Patnaik international airport and AG Square to pay their last tributes to Congress strongman Lalatendu Bidyadhar Mohapatra (Lulu), who died following prolonged illness in a private hospital at Gurgaon on Sunday night.

The Kerala High Court granted interim anticipatory bail to Malayalam director Omar Lulu amidst allegations of rape by a young actor. The complainant accused Omar Lulu of extortion, sparking debate within the Malayalam film industry. On the work front, Omar Lulu's next directorial venture is the comedy entertainer titled 'Bad Boyz'.

Indian audio giant boAt, ranked the world's No. 3 audio company, has significantly expanded its retail presence in the UAE by launching its products at Lulu Hypermarkets. This strategic move enhances accessibility for consumers across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah, offering a wide range of stylish audio and lifestyle products.

The UAE-based retail giant Lulu Group on Saturday announced it will invest Rs 2,000 crore to develop a shopping mall near Ahmedabad in Gujarat as part of its plans to expand business in India. The company has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Gujarat government, it said in a statement. The Lulu Group already has three operational malls in India and will open two more mall in the country by March next year.

The Abu Dhabi-headquartered Lulu Group, which has already set up Lulu Mall worth Rs 2,000 crore in Lucknow, announced three new projects in the state.

As many as 1 lakh people visited the newly inaugurated Lulu Mall on its first day of operations earlier this week. Lulu Group’s flagship Lulu Hypermarket and indoor family entertainment centre Funtura became major attractions for visitors.

The Ram Manohar Lohia Avadh University (RMLAU) of Ayodhya has signed a memorendum of understanding (MoU) with Lulu Mall, Lucknow, for placement, training, skill development and internship of students.

The director board of Cochin Port Trust (CPT), which met here on Wednesday, decided not to refund Rs 71 crore to Lulu group paid as upfront premium for land leased from CPT.

Unveiling one of the big ticket investment projects, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath inaugurated Lulu Mall in the city on Sunday evening.The mall began commercial operations by welcoming visitors on Monday.

Priya Prakash Varrier recently claimed that the viral wink has her idea, and director Omar Lulu has reacted to it. He dropped a video which suggests otherwise.

Mollywood director Omar Lulu who is always into commercial entertainers is all set for his next entertainer film ‘Nalla Samayam’ and the film is hitting the big screens on December 30. Omar Lulu took to his official Facebook handle to announce that ‘Nalla Samayam’ will be hitting the big screens in December. Sharing a picture from the sound mixing suite, Omar Lulu penned a note that read, “Final sound mix of ‘Nalla Samayam’ is completed. It's all set for ‘Nalla Samayam’ to release on December 30.”

Omar Lulu took to his official Facebook handle to share the news that his upcoming movie ‘Nalla Samayam’ will be having a shift in its release date. Omar Lulu’s post reads that the film's release date change is mainly due to the FIFA World Cup happening in Qatar. ‘Happy Wedding’ director’s Facebook post read, “We have decided to shift the release date of ‘Nalla Samayam’ due to the Football frenzy happening all over. We apologize for the sudden change and the updated release date will be announced soon.”

UAE-based Lulu Group has said it will invest $300 million in Karnataka in the retail, logistics and hospitality sectors. As part of this, the first Lulu mall will commence operations in Bengaluru’s Rajajinagar area by August.

Looks like it’s not a ‘Nalla Samayam’ (Good time) for the Mollywood director Omar Lulu as his latest entertainer has stepped into controversy following an excise case. Omar Lulu confirmed via his official Facebook handle that his latest film ‘Nalla Samayam’ will be withdrawn from the theatres and further proceedings will be based on the court order.

Lulu group, a popular Indian retail chain based in Abu Dhabi will soon realize its plans of opening its 100th outlet in the UAE by the end of this year.

Bigg Boss Malayalam 5 is set for yet another eviction. If rumours are to be believed contestant Omar Lulu will get eliminated from the house this week.

After the comedy entertainer film ‘Dhamaka’ the Mollywood director Omar Lulu is all set to direct his next film ‘Nalla Samayam’ with the actor Irshad in the lead role. Recently the director Omar Lulu announced via his Facebook handle that ‘Nalla Samayam’ will be hitting the big screens on November 18 this year and the trailer for the film will be unveiled on November 12 at 8 pm.