The Parle-G story: The world’s largest-selling biscuit brand with sales of Rs 8000 crore; here’s the mystery behind Parle-G girl who was even rumored to be Sudha Murty

Parle-G is not just a biscuit; it’s an enduring connection to our past, a symbol of home, and an everlasting taste of childhood.

The soft crunch, the melt-in-your-mouth goodness, and that adorable little girl on the iconic yellowish packet – all of it weaved into a tapestry of memories that have stood the test of time. Did you know that our Parle-G was was Parlez-Gluco until the early 80’s?

Parle-G is so iconic that even in the pandemic times, when big businesses were slowing down, the sales of Parle-G were at its best.

This is the story of Parle-G, the world’s largest selling biscuit, and the mystery Parle-G girl who graces its packaging since ages, which was even claimed to be the childhood photograph of the celebrated author and Infosys chairperson, Sudha Murty.

With just 12 workers and German-imported machinery, the House of Parle was born, and its delicious confections started leaving an indelible mark on taste buds.

With a stroke of genius, Parle Gluco transformed into Parle-G in 1982. The ‘G’ initially represented glucose but was playfully interpreted as ‘genius’ later on – a testament to its unrivaled popularity.

As the world’s leading biscuit brand, Parle-G has become more than just a product; it represents cherished memories and a taste that transcends generations.

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