While taking a stroll or driving down Madame Cama Road near Wellington Fountain Circle, there’s a chance that you might spot a vintage signboard with large, bold yellow signage, set against a dark green background on an imposing stone façade building: Chunilal Mulchand & Co. What’s even more impressive is the fact that this shop has existed in the same spot for exactly 100 years. 

When this writer visited the establishment, the first thing that we noticed was the busy vibe. Inside, pristine counters, the background hum of a small group of employees at work, and the crisp scent of fabric in the air greets us. One would not guess the many layers of development backing the current atmosphere, unless they spoke to someone who has seen a good chunk of it. That’s when we got chatting with the current owner, Amish Kapadia.