Sunny Leone has added another feather to her F&B portfolio with the launch of Potions: Cocktail Theatre in Delhi, marking her second venture in collaboration with Sahil Baweja, founder of Singing Bowls Hospitality. The bar, located on the top floor of the Manish Malhotra store in Ambawatta One, Mehrauli, officially opens to patrons on November 15.
Potions aims to revive theatricality in Delhi’s nightlife, combining innovative cocktails with a curated menu of small plates and sharing dishes inspired by Indian Tandoori and European Mediterranean grills. The Sweet Potato Steak is among the highlights, reflecting Leone’s own taste preferences. “We didn’t just want another bar; we wanted a space for performances, emotions, and connections,” she told reporters at the launch.
Leone’s first F&B venture, Chica Loca in Noida, celebrates its second anniversary this January. With Potions, she seeks to infuse her signature touch of drama and nostalgia into the city’s bar culture, offering guests an experience that goes beyond drinks. “Cocktail theatre is about bringing back the stories we share over a night out—love, heartbreak, adventure,” Leone added.
Amid the glamour of her F&B debut, Leone also shared insights into her personal comfort food habits. The actress is particularly fond of dal makhani, citing Bukhara’s version as her favourite whenever she is in Delhi. She also enjoys Mexican enchiladas, pasta, salads, baked items, and vegetable-focused dishes, emphasizing her preference for meals where every flavour can be savoured.
The launch of Potions reflects a growing trend of celebrity-backed dining concepts in India, blending curated menus with experiential elements to attract urban consumers seeking novelty. By pairing inventive cocktails with thematic performances, Leone and Baweja aim to carve a niche in Delhi’s competitive bar and lounge sector, reinforcing the potential of celebrity influence in shaping food and beverage trends.
