January 27, 2026

In January 2026, WellBiz Brands and Drybar® signed a major multi-unit franchise agreement with the Chunara Group of Companies, expanding the group’s franchisee portfolio to 12 Drybar locations across the Dallas market. Operating Partner Daniyal Ranmal (DZ Investments) will lead the rollout.

This is the group’s second entry into a service-based franchise concept following the successful 2020 launch of Take 5 Oil Change, and it represents the largest single transaction in the Chunara Group’s history.

The Chunara Group has signed a new multi-unit development agreement with WellBiz Brands and Drybar® to open five additional Drybar locations, growing its total Drybar portfolio to 12 — seven currently open and five in development. The deal follows the group’s late-2025 acquisition of seven existing Drybar salons in Dallas–Fort Worth, one of the largest recent franchisee investments in the Drybar system. Dallas remains the group’s anchor market, with emerging markets identified as the next phase of expansion.

Drybar marks Chunara Group’s first move into the health and beauty category. “As we continue to diversify our portfolio, we were drawn to Drybar as our first investment in the health and beauty space because of its loyal guest base, consistent performance and long-term sustainability,” said Shehzaan Chunara, Vice President of The Chunara Group. The group plans to invest in its Drybar teams through training, updated equipment, and cross-functional career paths, treating the brand as a platform for workforce development alongside guest experience.

Founded in 1984, The Chunara Group operates nearly 200 franchise locations across more than 10 brands and continues to pair sustainable growth with community engagement and philanthropy. Drybar, founded in 2010 and part of the WellBiz Brands portfolio, is recognized for its signature blowout service and elevated guest experience across U.S. and international locations.

Source: International Franchise Association