Walavalkar Masale
For over 90 years, Walavalkar Masale has carried forward a legacy of authentic flavours, trusted quality and traditional Indian spices. What began in 1935 has grown through four generations, bringing carefully crafted masalas from the heart of Mumbai to kitchens everywhere.
Our Core Values
Authentic Quality
Carefully selected ingredients and traditional recipes deliver genuine taste, rich aroma and authentic flavour in every pack.
Customer First
Generations of trust inspire us to bring quality masalas and authentic flavours to every family.
Pure & Fresh
We carefully choose quality ingredients to preserve the natural colour, aroma and freshness of every spice.
Authentic Flavours
From traditional blends to everyday favourites, we bring the true taste of Indian spices to your kitchen.
The journey began with Late Pandurang Ganshet Walavalkar.
In 1928, he started his journey from Nalbazar, Mumbai.
There were challenges, struggles and countless obstacles. But he had hard work, intelligence and the determination to build something of his own.
And that determination became the foundation of the Walavalkar Masale legacy.
In 1934, Late Pandurang Ganshet Walavalkar took another important step.
He opened his own shop at Lalbaug Market.
This was more than the beginning of a shop. It was the beginning of a historic journey that would carry the Walavalkar name through generations.
Under his guidance, the second generation of the Walavalkar family continued the journey.
Late Janardan Pandurang Walavalkar — my grandfather — carried forward the values of the family.
In fact, I was named after my grandfather, Janardanji.
Through hard work, honesty and integrity, Walavalkar Masale found its way into homes across Lalbaug and Parel.
The third generation then stepped forward.
My father, Late Ankush Janardan Walavalkar, and my uncle, Lahu Janardan Walavalkar, took the business forward.
Hard work remained at the heart of the business, but it was now combined with a new strength — marketing vision.
Walavalkar Masale expanded beyond Lalbaug and Parel, reaching customers across Mumbai and neighbouring districts.
My childhood was shaped by this family business and its traditions.
I completed my schooling at Bal Mohan Vidya Mandir and my college education at Siddharth College.
I always loved education, but honestly — my love for cricket was a little stronger!
After completing my degree, one thing was clear: I wanted to take the legacy built by my family to a new level.
In 2004, I began my journey as the fourth-generation entrepreneur leading Walavalkar Masale.
My brother Yashodhan joined the business in 2010 after completing his degree.
Together, we continued building on the foundation created by the generations before us.
The responsibility was no longer just about preserving the legacy — it was about creating the next chapter.
Today, we are working together as brothers, along with the entire Walavalkar family.
We share one vision:
To take Walavalkar Masale from a Mumbai legacy to a global name.
One Vision.
Walavalkar Masale — The World’s No. 1 Spice Brand.
The journey that began in Nalbazar in 1928, took root in Lalbaug Market in 1934, reached homes across Mumbai, and today carries a dream of reaching the world.
Director — Walavalkar Masale Pvt. Ltd.
Member — SCGT Lalbaug Chapter