Hard Rock International Closes 10 Cafe Outlets Across India, Goa Hotel Remains Open

Hard Rock International has terminated its licensing agreement with JSM Corporation, leading to the closure of 10 Hard Rock Cafe outlets across major Indian cities including Bengaluru, Delhi, Chandigarh, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Pune. The closures are attributed to rent defaults, declining profitability, and strategic differences. The Hard Rock Hotel in Goa remains operational under a separate operator. Hard Rock International is exploring options to restructure its presence in India through new partnerships or direct operations.