Naturals Ice Cream was established by Raghunandan Srinivas Kamath, with the inaugural store in Mumbai opening its doors in 1984.
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Raghunandan Kamath, born in 1954 in Mulki, Karnataka, was the youngest of seven siblings. He grew up in humble circumstances in his village, where his family struggled financially. His father, a modest fruit vendor, barely managed to provide for his wife and seven children. Despite these challenges, Raghunandan embarked on a remarkable journey from a mud house in a Karnataka village to the bustling city of Mumbai. Today, he leads a natural ice-cream company with an impressive Rs 300 crore turnover. Details about his zodiac sign, hobbies, caste, and favorites remain unknown.
EDUCATION
There is no information regarding his education.
CAREER
At the age of 15, Raghunandan’s family relocated to Mumbai to join his brother in running an eatery, driven by their less-than-ideal financial circumstances. They resided together in a modest 12 by 12-foot room (kholi) located in a chawl in the Juhu neighborhood of Mumbai.
Following numerous struggles and setbacks, Raghunandan Kamath, the son of a Mangalore fruit vendor, saw his passion and persistence rewarded. In 1984, he inaugurated the first Natural Ice Cream store in Mumbai’s Juhu, Vile Parle area, employing four staff members and offering ten delicious ice cream flavors.
To achieve this, he leveraged his father’s expertise in selecting the ripest fruits. Raghunandan opted for a straightforward approach, using basic ingredients of fruit, sugar, and milk. As a result, his ice creams quickly gained immense popularity. Within a year, he discontinued selling Pav Bhaji, and Naturals transformed into a fully-fledged ice cream brand.
Presently, the brand boasts 135 outlets spanning various cities nationwide. In 2020, they achieved an impressive turnover of Rs 300 crore. Furthermore, in the 2021 KPMG survey, Naturals earned recognition by being listed among the top 10 brands for exceptional customer experience.
