Called to account

The story of two entrepreneur brothers, Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra, who built a celebrated nightlife brand in India is now overshadowed by tragedy and public outrage.

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From modest beginnings in Delhi, the brothers rose through ambition, ingenuity, and social-media savvy to establish a chain of restaurants and nightclubs that resonated with the urban youth. Their expansion, both national and international, was rapid, characterised by sleek aesthetics, curated experiences, and a carefully constructed image of success. For a brief period, they embodied the modern Indian entrepreneurial dream: energetic, visible, and admired.Yet, the blaze that claimed 25 lives at one of their clubs in Goa exposes the precarious balance between entrepreneurial ambition and operational responsibility. The brothers’ immediate departure to Thailand after the fire amplified public anger and raised questions about accountability. In the eyes of many, the act of fleeing symbolises a failure to confront the consequences of one’s business decisions. Regardless of legal intent, perception matters: public trust is built as much