Quick Info
| Profession | CEO, Executive Director of Soch Apparels Pvt Ltd |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 05/06/1979 |
| Age | 47 years |
| Birthplace | Bangalore, India |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini |
Latest News about Vinay Chatlani
19/10/2026
Soch announced that it crossed the Rs 500 crore revenue mark in FY26, driven by growth across its offline stores and e-commerce channels. Vinay Chatlani, CEO and Co-Founder, said the milestone reflects the brand's execution and its commitment to a sustainable, EBITDA-positive business. The announcement came during the Navratri festive season.
05/01/2026
Vinay Chatlani was featured in an interview discussing Soch Apparels’ growth strategy and the brand’s vision for the future of India’s ethnic wear market. The piece presented him as the CEO and Executive Director of Soch and focused on the company’s positioning as a national fashion brand.
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Bio/Wiki
| Zodiac sign: Gemini | |
| Hometown: Bangalore, India |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 168 cm |
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| Weight | 68 kg |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School(s) | Bishop Cotton Boys’ School in Bangalore (primary school education) | Dover Court International School, Singapore in 1992 | Bangalore International School | Mallya Aditi International School |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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Family
| Father | Manohar Chatlani (businessman and philanthropist with over 40 years of experience in retail) |
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| Mother | Sobha Chatlani (mind behind Soch and creative consultant) |
| Siblings | Brother - Sandeep Chatlani (one of the Directors at Soch and is closely involved in the business) |
Career
| Co-Founder and CEO at Rush Productions, Miami (2002-2004) | |
| Joined Soch Apparels Pvt Ltd in 2004 as CEO and Executive Director | |
| Serves as CEO and Co-Founder of Soch, with the brand now operating more than 175 stores across 70+ cities in India, Canada and Malaysia | |
| Listed as a speaker at India Fashion Forum 2026 (CEO & ED, Soch) |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Vinay Chatlani serves as the CEO and Executive Director of Soch Apparels Pvt Ltd, a popular brand specializing in women’s traditional clothing. | |
| 2. Vinay’s family has a rich history in retail spanning three generations, inspiring his passion for joining the family business. | |
| 3. After studying entrepreneurship and marketing at the University of Miami, Vinay returned to Bangalore in 2004 with the aim of elevating Soch into a leading ethnic wear brand. | |
| 4. Vinay kickstarted his career in 2002 by launching a promotions company in Miami with friends, successfully promoting exclusive venues in the city. | |
| 5. Vinay has been instrumental in driving Soch’s success through strategic development, innovation, brand expansion, and market presence. | |
| 6. Under Vinay’s leadership, Soch has grown to have over 150 stores in 60 cities in India, employing more than 1400 individuals. | |
| 7. Complementing his retail expertise, Vinay established a thriving company specializing in interior design and digital display solutions. | |
| 8. Outside of business, Vinay is passionate about technology, constantly seeking ways to enhance productivity and automate tasks efficiently. | |
| 9. Traveling is a source of inspiration for Vinay, encouraging him to embrace diverse cultures and engage in unique experiences worldwide. | |
| 10. With a flair for interior design, Vinay enjoys creating aesthetically pleasing spaces that promote well-being and modern living. | |
| 11. Vinay’s passion for design led to the founding of a company focusing on design and execution for various spaces. | |
| 12. Soch Apparels was launched in 2005 in Bengaluru to address the market gap for high-quality, well-designed ethnic wear for the modern Indian woman. | |
| 13. Soch has since expanded to more than 175 stores in over 70 cities, according to 2026 company reports. |
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