The opening marks a strategic step in the brand’s India expansion following its entry into the Mumbai market earlier this year in August
Popeyes, the Louisiana-born fried chicken brand, has opened its first airport outlet at Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Terminal 2. The opening marks a strategic step in the brand’s India expansion following its entry into the Mumbai market earlier this year in August.
Opened in partnership with AMRL, the new store underscores the brand’s focus on bringing its globally loved flavours to one of India’s busiest aviation gateways. The official statement noted that visitors at Mumbai T2 forecourt can now enjoy Popeyes globally renowned favourites such as the chicken sandwich, signature fried chicken, boneless chicken with international flavours.
“Airports are no longer just transit points, they are where brands are discovered. Launching at Mumbai T2 allows us to engage with a high-intent, high-frequency audience and take Popeyes® beyond the high street. After a strong response in Mumbai since August, this opening is a deliberate move to scale the brand in premium travel-led locations,” stated Sameer Khetarpal, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Managing Director (MD), Jubilant FoodWorks.
The statement noted that Popeyes Mumbai T2 store is now open to travellers, offering dine-in and takeaway options for both domestic and international passengers. Highlighting the role of food and beverage in shaping passenger experience, a spokesperson from AMRL noted that curated partnerships are central to their airport strategy.
Jubilant FoodWorks ranks among the leading emerging markets’ food-tech companies. Its Group network comprises 3,316 stores across six markets, India, Turkey, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Azerbaijan and Georgia, as of 31 March 2025. The Group has a strong Portfolio of Brands in emerging markets with franchise rights for three global brands – Domino’s, Popeyes and Dunkin’ and two own-brands, Hong’s Kitchen, an Indo-Chinese quick-service restaurant (QSR) brand in India.
