10 Indian Brands That You Thought Were International, But Surprisingly They Aren't

A couple of Indian Brands have successful run that some of them are making waves not just in the homeland but also overseas. You would be in for a surprise, because might never have guessed that these incredible Desi brands are proudly Indian! Here is a list of 10 Indian Brands that you thought were international, but surprisingly they aren't 

 

This brand, originally a British company, was established in 1893. It is now an Indian brand owned by Eicher Motors, known for making motorcycles with powerful engines and that distinct thumping sound.

 

Although created in 1744 by William Holin and Company Limited, Allen Solly came under Indian ownership in the late 20th century. Bought by Madura Garments in 1993 and later acquired by the Aditya Birla Group in 2001, it has become a famous Indian brand known for its trendy men's shirts.

Founded in 1997, Peter England is one of India's largest menswear brands. It is owned and operated by Madura Fashion and Lifestyle, a subsidiary of the Aditya Birla Group, and offers excellent men's shirts.

Established in 1980 by Arvind Lifestyle Brand Limited, Flying Machine is a famous Indian brand known as the first indigenous denim brand of India, offering cool denim clothes made in India.

Named after the French opera Lakme, which is derived from the Hindu Goddess Lakshmi, Lakme was originally a subsidiary of Tata Oil Mills (Tomco), part of the Tata Group. It is now owned by Hindustan Unilever and offers a wide range of cosmetics in India.

Founded in 1984 by Oswal Woolen Mills Limited, Monte Carlo Fashion Limited is a leading Indian clothing brand for men and women. It is a subsidiary of the Nahar Group based in Ludhiana, Punjab.

Started in 1989 by Madura Fashion and Lifestyle, Louis Philippe is a famous Indian brand of men's clothing named after the French monarch Louis Philippe (1830-1848). It is known for its luxury apparel made in India.

Originally launched in 1989 as a leather goods exporter, Da Milano is an Indian brand known for its top-notch leather goods and home décor. It is owned and led by Sahil Malik.

Founded in 1978 by Dilip Kapur, Hidesign is a renowned Indian brand based in Pondicherry, known for its global leather goods made from material acquired from Tamil Nadu's tanneries.

Founded in 1889, Van Heusen is a clothing brand under PVH Corp., formerly called the Phillips Van Heusen Corporation. In India, it is owned by Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Limited and offers stylish clothing made in India.