HUL absorbs Oziva parent Zywie Ventures as wholly owned subsidiary

Hindustan Unilever has completed its buyout of Zywie Ventures, folding plant-based nutrition brand Oziva into its portfolio. Founder Aarti Gill scaled the protein and vitamins label from once struggling to secure a ₹10 lakh loan into an HUL-owned business, signalling continued strategic consolidation in India's D2C wellness category.

— Filed Wed, 13 May, 2026, 17:27 IST · Source Mint · Companies · Updated

HUL completed acquisition of Zywie Ventures, parent of plant-based nutrition startup Oziva, making it a wholly owned subsidiary. Founder Aarti Gill built the protein supplements and vitamins brand from struggling for a ₹10 lakh loan to HUL buyout.