Blenz Targets 40 Indian Cafés with Proposed Rs 120 Crore Investment

Canadian café chain Blenz has entered the Indian market with its first outlet in Mumbai, backed by actors and entrepreneurs Jackky Bhagnani and Rakul Preet Singh in partnership with Invision Brands and Franchise India Group. The first outlet was inaugurated at Gurukrupa Dhyanam, Four Bungalows, Versova, Mumbai, marking the brand's entry into India's café and specialty coffee market.

The India expansion is being led by Dr. Pooja Singh, Founder and CEO of UpLyv Global Ventures Private Limited, which serves as the brand's Area Developer in the country. The company will oversee the brand's market development and work with its partners and franchise investors to establish its retail presence.

Founded in Vancouver in 1992, Blenz has built its business around coffee, tea, chocolate-based beverages and handcrafted drinks. Its product portfolio includes 100 percent Arabica coffee, espresso-based beverages, real-chocolate drinks and its Blue Matcha Latte. Other offerings include butterfly pea flower-based Blue Matcha, Ceremonial Matcha drinks, customised Dirty Sodas and Shaken Iced Teas.

The company plans to introduce its beverage portfolio through a café format centred on handcrafted drinks and trained baristas. The menu will include coffee, tea, chocolate beverages and cold drinks, catering to demand across the specialty café segment.

Alongside Invision Brands and Franchise India Group, blenz is targeting 40 outlets across key Indian markets by 2027, with a proposed investment of over Rs 120 crore. The expansion will cover metropolitan cities as well as emerging markets, with franchise partnerships forming part of its growth strategy.

The proposed rollout places blenz among international café brands looking to expand their presence in India's organised café market, where specialty coffee, customised beverages and premium café formats are gaining attention from operators and consumers.

Gaurav Marya, Chairman of Franchise India, said, “India’s café market is evolving rapidly, with consumers increasingly seeking international brands, differentiated products and premium experiences. blenz brings together a strong legacy, product innovation and a proven business model.”

Pooja Singh, Founder & CEO of UpLyv Global Ventures Private Limited and Area Developer for blenz in India, said, “Bringing blenz to India is an exciting milestone. Our vision is to introduce Indian consumers to an internationally loved Canadian café experience while building a strong and sustainable presence across the country. We are committed to creating a distinctive brand experience through quality products, innovation and a customer-first approach.”

With its Mumbai launch, blenz is beginning its India expansion through a franchise-led model, with a target of establishing 40 outlets within the next two years.