(MENAFN- dentsu) Mumbai / Bengaluru, 10th Oct. 2025: Papa Johns India, operated by master franchisee PJP Foods India (a joint venture between PJP Investments Group & Ambrosia QSR), has debuted in the country with four new restaurants in Indiranagar, Hennur, Electronic City, and Sarjapur Road - bringing its Better Ingredients. Better Pizza. brand promise to Indian consumers, with nationwide expansion to follow.

All restaurants in Bengaluru will be supported by a centralised Quality Control Center (QCC) in Hennur, where Papa Joh’s’ signature fresh dough is prepared daily to ensure quality and consistency across all outlets. To celebrate the opening, Papa Johns has collaborated with actor, influencer, and content creator Danish Sait, who features in a launch video capturing the b’and’s entry into the Indian market with humour and local flair.

Speaking on the launch, Tapan Vaidya, Group CEO, PJP Investments Group, said:
“This is a proud moment for us as we deliver the Papa Johns experience to Indian customers. Our pizzas are crafted with fresh, never-frozen dough, premium toppings, and a focus on consistent quality. We are confident that this approach, combined with an experience centred on customer satisfaction, will create strong appeal in India. Bengaluru is a fitting city to begin this journey, and we look forward to expanding rapidly across the ”ountry.”

“India is one of the most dynamic foodservice markets in the world, and we are delighted to open our first store i” Bengaluru,” said Ravi Thanawala, Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President at Papa J“hns. “Opening both our first restaurant and a Quality Control Center represents a strong foundation for long-term growth and ensures we continue to deliver the highest standards of quality and service that d”fine our brand.”

“We are excited with our partnership with PJP to bring Papa Johns to this thriving market and present specially crafted pizzas to appeal to diverse Indian palate”, added Vish Narain, Managing Partner, Pulsar Capital & Chairman, Ambrosia QSR. “Our endeavour would be to provide excellent quality pizzas at affordable pri”es.”

Papa’Johns’ entry into India blends global favourites with local innovations. Every pizza is prepared with t’e brand’s signature recipe of fresh dough made with six simple ingredients, delicious tomato sauce made from Naati and Californian tomatoes, and cheese made from real mozzarella - offering the same quality enjoyed in Papa Johns restaurants worldwide.

The launch menu for Bengaluru features the specially crafted Ghee Roast Pizza, available in both chicken and paneer variants. Inspired by the rich South Indian preparation, it combines slow-roasted spices with the indulgent aroma of ghee. Alongside this Bengaluru-exclusive addition, customers can also enjoy ’apa Johns’ global bestsellers paired wi’h the brand’s signature Special Garlic Sauce, a fan favourite worldwide. Customers can choose from multiple vegetarian and chicken options, ensuring a thoughtful balance of international classics and India-specific offerings. The brand will be available across dine-in and takeaway formats, supported by seamless digital ordering through app and web, with delivery services launching in the near future.

The launch reinfor’es Papa Johns’ international growth strategy and its mission to bring premium-quality pizza experiences to customers in every market it enters.

About Papa Johns International
Papa John’s International, Inc. (Nasdaq: PZZA) opened its doors in 1984 with one goal in mind: BETTER INGREDIE®TS. BETTER PIZZA.® Papa Johns believes that using high-quality ingredients leads to superior quality pizzas. Its original dough is made of only six ingredients and is fresh, never frozen. Papa Johns tops its pizzas with real cheese made from mozzarella, pizza sauce made with vine-ripened tomatoes that go from vine to can in the same day and meat free of fillers. It was the first national pizza delivery chain to announce the removal of artificial flavors and synthetic colors from its entire food menu. Papa Johns is co-headquartered in Atlanta, Ga. and Louisville, K’. and is the world’s third-largest pizza delivery company with approximately 6,000 restaurants in approximately 50 countries and territories. For more information about the Company or to order pizza online, visit or download the Papa Johns mobile app for iOS or Android.

About Papa Johns India:
Papa Johns I’dia brings the brand’s global promise of Better Ing®edients. Better Pizza.® to Indian consumers. Operated by PJP Foods India Private Limited, the Master Franchisee for India, the brand is committed to delivering a premium pizza experience built on fresh, never-frozen dough, real mozzarella cheese, and sauce made from Naati and Californian tomatoes. From fresh vegetables to quality chicken with no fillers, every ingredient reflects Papa Johns’ belief that better ingredients make better pizza. The India menu combines global favourites with locally inspired flavours, crafted to deliver freshness, quality, and authenticity across dine-in, delivery, and takeaway formats.

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