Chronological overview of key career events, group milestones, and international achievements
Chevalier Dr. Manuel Gnana Muthu born in Thisayanvilai, Tirunelveli District, Tamil Nadu. He would go on to found the MGM Group of Companies in 1963 from savings earned as a headload worker at Madras Port.
Dr. M.G. Muthu formally established the MGM Group of Companies in Chennai, beginning with port logistics. The flagship company, Anand Transport Private Limited, was named after his son Anand.
Born in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, as the younger son of Dr. M.G. Muthu. Attended St. Mary's School, Chennai.
Completed higher education at the University of Madras, established in 1857, one of India's oldest and most prestigious universities.
M.G.M. Anand Muthu joined the MGM Group in the 1990s, becoming instrumental in the group's diversification across logistics, hospitality, manufacturing, and entertainment.
The MGM Group entered the hospitality business in 1991, laying the foundation for one of India's most internationally extensive hotel chains.
MGM Dizzee World established in 1993 across sixty acres in Muthukadu on Chennai's East Coast Road, designed by Italian engineers. Formally opened in 1998.
MGM Dizzee World formally opened in 1998, introducing India's first hot air balloon ride and the Jurong Bird Show of Singapore in 1999.
MGM Group introduced the Marrybrown fast food franchise to Chennai in 1999, diversifying into food and beverage.
Chevalier Dr. M.G. Muthu published his autobiography Rags to Riches, a landmark business memoir.
M.G.M. Anand Muthu formally assumed the role of Group Managing Director. This marked the beginning of the group's most ambitious phase of international expansion.
MGM Muthu Hotels acquired five hotels in Scotland in 2017, marking bold entry into European hospitality.
Chevalier Dr. Manuel Gnana Muthu, Founder and Chairman of the MGM Group, passed away on 23 May 2018.
MGM Group pioneered entry into the Cuban hospitality market with the five-star Gran Muthu Almirante Beach Hotel in Guardalavaca.
In February 2023, MGM Muthu acquired four Kenyan hotels including Keekorok Lodge, Lake Naivasha, Sovereign Suites, and Nyali Beach Hotel, valued at USD 50 million+.
MGM Dizzee World marked its 26th anniversary with 47 rides, water park, amphitheatre, and 1M+ annual visitors.
MGM Muthu Hotels properties received TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Awards in 2025 including Cuba, Kenya, and Portugal properties.
MGM Group entered the Jamaican market in August 2025 with the Grand Muthu Club Caribbean Runaway Bay.