About Kulcha King
Everyday Indian Food, Born in Dubai
Kulcha King is Kulcha King is Dubai’s homegrown celebration of North Indian comfort food. What started as a simple idea—bringing the joy of authentic Amritsari kulchas and hearty Punjabi favourites to the UAE—has grown into a beloved brand where families, friends and food lovers come together over warm bread, rich curries and big flavours.
From day one, our promise has been the same: serve honest, flavour-packed food that feels like home, whether you’re grabbing a quick meal or sitting down for a long catch-up with loved ones.
2010 – A homegrown Dubai story begins
Kulcha King was born in Dubai in 2010, created to bring the true taste of Amritsar’s kulchas to the UAE. Built around classic recipes, tandoor-fresh breads and generous hospitality, the brand quickly struck a chord with residents and visitors looking for authentic North Indian flavours.
2010–2016 – Growing with Dubai
Over the next several years, Kulcha King expanded across Dubai and the wider UAE, opening outlets in key neighbourhoods and malls. By the mid-2010s, the brand had grown from a single restaurant into a multi-outlet chain with a strong following, known for its stuffed kulchas, chole, biryanis and value-for-money meals.
2017 – A new investment chapter
In 2017, Kulcha King entered a new phase when it was acquired by Wakira Investments, a Dubai-based food investment company focused on scaling strong homegrown F&B concepts. The deal, valued at around AED 28 million (approximately US$9 million), marked a key milestone in the brand’s evolution and paved the way for further operational growth and refinement.
Today – Part of HJ Group
Today, Kulcha King is proudly part of HJ Group, a diversified Dubai-headquartered business house with interests across real estate, hospitality, healthcare, travel, investments and more.
- Preserve the soul of classic Amritsari kulchas and North Indian favourites
- Elevate consistency, quality and hygiene across every outlet
- Invest in technology, delivery partnerships and guest experience
- Continue expanding thoughtfully across the UAE and beyond
HJ Group is a Dubai-based, multi-industry conglomerate built on a philosophy of trust, transparency and long-term partnerships. Its portfolio spans real estate, holiday homes, healthcare, travel, investments and consumer brands—including HJ Kulcha King as the Group’s F&B expression of authentic North Indian cuisine.
Being part of HJ Group allows Kulcha King to combine deep culinary roots with strong business backing—from professional management and robust systems to sustained investment in people, product and experience.
Sathbir Siingh Sachdeva
Founder
As the Founder of HJ Group, Mr. Sathbir Siingh Sachdeva is the driving force behind the Group’s vision and growth. With a strong entrepreneurial mindset and a long-term approach to building brands, he has brought together multiple businesses under one umbrella—including HJ Kulcha King—to create sustainable value for customers, partners and communities across the UAE and beyond.
Manjeet Siingh Sachdeva
Chairman
As Chairman, Mr. Manjeet Siingh Sachdeva brings strategic oversight and stewardship to the Kulcha King brand. He focuses on governance, long-term planning and ensuring that the brand’s expansion is sustainable, guest-centric and aligned with HJ Group’s core values of trust and transparency.
Jasbir Siingh Sachdeva
Director
As Director, Mr. Jasbir Siingh Sachdeva is closely involved in day-to-day brand direction and operational decision-making. His role spans everything from menu innovation and outlet performance to digital transformation and team development.