“Luxury is time and space to do whatever you want, and without pressure.” For over 25 years, Srila Chatterjee has shaped India’s creative landscape at the vital junction of advertising, film, design, and fashion. She has cultivated new benchmarks through nurturing talent, curating the Kala Ghoda Arts Festival, co-founding blueFROG, and launching a unique furniture-and-craft store, each advancing production, style, and culture. Her latest venture, Baro Market, brings her curated treasures online, making luxury experiential and accessible. For Chatterjee, luxury is “time and space”: the freedom to do what you want, without pressure. She loves the handmade and handcrafted, treasures authenticity, and advises entrepreneurs to stay authentic. Her personal heirloom, her “great-grandmother’s Padma Vibhushan, which rests in my study—a nod to heritage and legacy.” Travel, culture, and simple pleasures energize her: San Miguel de Allende remains unforgettable, weeknights are spent with “my three dogs and a book”, often accompanied by Campari. She’s passionate about art, craft, great food, tennis (Nadal), and F.C. Barcelona. Through everything she does—styling interiors, curating art, or building cultural landmarks—Chatterjee’s authentic vision and drive elevate creativity, luxury, and lifestyle in India. Her influence defines the crossroads of culture and innovation. | 51 The creative force behind Zeba World, Sujata Mehta, brings a rare balance of grace and boldness to everything she designs. Along with her partner, Rajan Mehta, she has built a world that celebrates everyday beauty and finds elegance in the unexpected. “Luxury lies in the ability to savour life’s simple pleasures while feeling in control of one’s time and choices,” she says. “It’s not about acquiring expensive things, but about experiences that leave a lasting impression.” That understated, experiential idea of luxury runs through Mehta’s design philosophy and her life. She treasures her mother’s gold Art Deco jewellery set, worn on her wedding day—“It carries the elegance of a bygone era and reminds me of her grace, strength, and timeless style.” Even her downtime reflects the same sentiment: “A glass of wine in hand, reminiscing about the day’s moments and sharing stories with my husband—that’s my kind of luxury.” Travel, for Mehta, is both muse and meditation. She recalls Sicily as a destination that lingers in memory—“its breathtaking beauty, vibrant culture, and sense of calm are grounding and inspiring.” As an entrepreneur, she believes creativity, passion, and discipline set the successful apart. “Motivation may fluctuate, but perseverance keeps you going—that’s what truly defines success.” Her guiding mantra: “Do what you love. Let passion guide purpose — joy follows naturally.” For Mehta, whether in design or life, luxury is timeless, conscious, and deeply personal. “LuxeBook is like an Aladdin’s cave of treasures, offering fascinating insights into the ever-evolving world of luxury, from fashion and design to travel, food, and lifestyle.” | 50 Srila Chatterjee Curator of Culture, Luxury, and Life Sujata Mehta Director & Creative Head, Zeba World
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