Dr Sreekumar Pillai
Dr Sreekumar Pillai, also known as SK Mumbai and Sreekumar Pillai SK, is an Indian entrepreneur, film producer, and business leader. He is the founder of Dove Season Group of Companies, a diversified business group operating across the United Arab Emirates and India in the sectors of hospitality, tourism, events, media production, film distribution, resort management, and e-commerce. He is recognized for producing the Malayalam devotional film Sree Ayyappan (2025) and for his contributions to entrepreneurship, hospitality, tourism, media, and community welfare initiatives. The Dove Season Group of Companies collaborates with Indian actress Mallika Sukumaran on selected hospitality, media, and business initiatives. The collaboration supports the group's vision of expanding its presence across hospitality, entertainment, and cultural sectors.The group has developed hospitality and tourism ventures across the UAE and India with a focus on premium guest experiences and quality services
Early Life
Dr. Sreekumar Pillai, professionally known as SK Mumbai, is an Indian entrepreneur with more than four decades of professional experience in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. Throughout his career, he has established and expanded business ventures across the United Arab Emirates and India, focusing on hospitality, tourism, media, entertainment, events, and digital commerce. His entrepreneurial vision has been centered on strengthening business and cultural ties between India and the UAE through innovation, service excellence, and sustainable development.
Career
Dr. Sreekumar Pillai established Dove Season Group of Companies with the objective of creating diversified businesses across multiple industries. Under his leadership, the organization has expanded into hospitality, tourism, resort management, events, media production, film distribution, and e-commerce.
His leadership philosophy emphasizes customer satisfaction, innovation, quality service, ethical business practices, sustainable growth, and long-term partnerships.
Dove Season Group of Companies
Dove Season Group of Companies operates across several sectors including:
- Hospitality
- Tourism
- Resort Management
- Events Management
- Media Production
- Film Distribution
- E-commerce
The group has developed hospitality and tourism ventures across the UAE and India with a focus on premium guest experiences and quality services.
Hospitality and Tourism Ventures
The group's hospitality portfolio includes:
- Claridge Star Hotel – Ras Al Khaimah, UAE
- Ammaveedu Restaurant UAE
- Aadhis World International Hotel – Kattappana, Idukki, Kerala
- Aadhis World Lake View Resort – Vagamon, Kerala
- Aadhis World Staycation (A-Frame Cottage) – Chembakappara, Idukki
- Aadhis World Farmhouse – Ras Al Khaimah, UAE
These ventures focus on luxury hospitality, authentic cuisine, eco-tourism, wellness tourism, and customer satisfaction.
Events and Media
The group also operates:
- Dove Season Events – UAE and India
- Aadhi Media – UAE and India
Dove Season Events organizes cultural festivals, entertainment programs, corporate events, international stage shows, and promotional activities.
Aadhi Media is engaged in:
- Film Production
- Digital Media
- Content Creation
- Film Distribution
- Entertainment Projects
E-commerce
Dove Clicks is the group's online shopping platform that offers a wide range of consumer products through digital commerce and delivery services.
Film Production
Dr. Sreekumar Pillai entered the Malayalam film industry as the producer of the devotional film Sree Ayyappan released in 2025.
The film was directed by Vishnu Venjaramoodu, while production responsibilities were shared with Shaji Punalal.
He is also associated with the upcoming Malayalam feature film Adiyum Acharavum as a producer.
Leadership
As Founder of Dove Season Group of Companies, Dr. Sreekumar Pillai oversees:
- Corporate Strategy
- Business Development
- Hospitality Operations
- Tourism Projects
- Resort Development
- Media Production
- Investment Planning
- International Business Expansion
His leadership approach focuses on innovation, operational excellence, customer satisfaction, employee development, and sustainable business growth.
Achievements
- Founder of Dove Season Group of Companies
- Expanded business operations across the UAE and India
- Established hospitality and tourism ventures in multiple locations
- Produced the Malayalam devotional film Sree Ayyappan
- Developed Aadhi Media for media and entertainment activities
- Established Dove Season Events for international event management
- Introduced Dove Clicks as an e-commerce platform
- Promoted cross-border business collaboration between India and the UAE
Philanthropy
Apart from his business ventures, Dr. Sreekumar Pillai actively participates in community development and social welfare initiatives.
He serves as:
- State President (Kerala), Human Rights Welfare and Justice Association
- President and Treasurer, De Paul High Range Trust, De Paul International Residential School, Idukki
- Vice Chairman, Indian Anti-Corruption Mission
His social initiatives focus on:
- Human Rights Awareness
- Educational Development
- Anti-Corruption Initiatives
- Youth Empowerment
- Community Welfare
- Social Development
Mission
To deliver excellence through innovation, integrity, quality, and customer satisfaction while creating sustainable value for customers, employees, business partners, and society.
Vision
To establish Dove Season Group of Companies as a globally respected business group connecting India and the United Arab Emirates through hospitality, tourism, media, events, and business excellence.
Personal Life
Dr. Sreekumar Pillai is popularly known as SK Mumbai. He divides his professional activities between the United Arab Emirates and India while continuing to lead business expansion and social service initiatives.