The Galleria Mall Strengthens Its Family-Focused Retail Experience with the Launch of Funky Monkeys Play Center -India’s Premier Indoor Play Center & Birthday Party Venue for Kids
Bengaluru: The Galleria Mall, Yelahanka’s premium lifestyle destination, has announced the launch of Funky Monkeys Play Center, one of India’s leading and pioneering in indoor play center brands for kids. With 17 centers already operational across the country, this launch marks the opening of its 18th center nationwide and 4th in Bengaluru. The addition reinforces The Galleria Mall’s commitment to curating engaging spaces that cater to diverse customer needs, especially for families and children.
Located on the first floor of the mall, the 3,000 sq. ft. center is designed exclusively for children aged 1 to 12 years, promoting hands-on discovery and learning through spontaneous play, while incorporating elements of fun and entertainment. Open seven days a week, it features two dedicated play zones equipped with unique, colourful, soft play structures that meet the highest international safety standards and certifications. Beyond the play areas, the center also has a full-service café and a dedicated birthday party area overlooking the play zones, making it an ideal venue for hosting birthday parties, play dates and school group mornings.
Commenting on the launch, Nitin Bir, Vice President – Retail Leasing, Brookfield Properties, said:
“At Brookfield Properties, we are reimagining retail as a catalyst for connection and community. By blending entertainment, education, and lifestyle, we are creating destinations that draw people in and keep them coming back. The Galleria Mall just got a boost with Funky Monkeys – a dynamic play space where families can bond and make memories. Come experience the new face of retail with us – where every visit feels like an event!”
“Bangalore has long been an important market for us, given its vibrant community of young families and evolving lifestyle aspirations. This is our 4th center in Bangalore and we are delighted to bring the Funky Monkeys signature play experience to Galleria Mall — creating a unique, safe and engaging play area where children can explore freely, build memories, and enjoy the simple joys of childhood,” said Binita Bodani Putcha, Founder & Managing Director, Funky Monkeys Play Centers.
With this addition, The Galleria Mall continues to evolve as a dynamic destination that blends retail, dining, and experiential formats, ensuring a well-rounded, enriching experience for families and the larger community.
The Galleria Mall is a mixed-use retail destination by Brookfield Properties forming part of an integrated ecosystem alongside office and commercial developments. Spread across LG, UG and three levels, the mall is positioned as a lifestyle-led destination that blends retail, dining, culture, and community experiences and houses brands across categories ranging from fashion as Lifestyle, Max, Biba, Lavie, Allen Solly, Levis, AND, Pepe Jeans, and Global Desi among others and F&B such as Nasi and Mee, Copper Chimney, and Jollygunj among others.
