When Mumbai celebrates Ganesh Chaturthi, no doorstep shines brighter than Antilia. The Ambani family hosted their annual Ganpati Utsav to welcome “Antilia Cha Raja”, transforming their iconic residence into a glowing sanctuary of culture, star-studded glamour, and devotion.
When Antilia opens its doors for Lord Ganesha, Mumbai’s festive spirit hits its absolute fever pitch. The 2026 celebrations were nothing short of a spectacle—a dazzling convergence of haute couture, vibrant traditional music, and a feast truly fit for royalty.
The 3-Day Spectacle at Antilia
When Lord Ganesha arrives at Antilia, Mumbai’s festive spirit reaches its absolute peak. The 2026 celebrations unfolded across three unforgettable days, blending traditional art, star-studded glamour, and grandeur.
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Day 1 (Sept 13): The Grand Welcoming
The Aagaman kicked off with high-energy Dhol beats echoing through the grand hall, set against mesmerizing classical dance performances to welcome the deity.
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Day 2 (Sept 14): Star-Studded Darshan
The red carpet came alive as Bollywood A-listers, global icons, and sports legends gathered under one roof for evening prayers and a royal banquet.
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Day 3 (Sept 15): The Grand Farewell
The celebrations concluded with an emotional Visarjan, highlighted by a stunning evening saree photoshoot and an energetic procession to bid Bappa farewell.
The Décor: A Temple of Lights and Flowers
Stepping into Antilia was like walking into an ethereal, sun-drenched sanctuary bathed in rich terracotta, deep ochre, shimmering gold, and warm saffron.
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The Entrance: A luminous canopy of cascading fairy lights stretched overhead, guiding guests down a driveway flanked by delicate floral motifs and glowing brass lanterns.
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The Mandap: Guarding “Antilia Cha Raja,” majestic arches of vibrant marigolds and hand-woven white jasmine framed a gleaming golden backdrop, all lit by the soft, steady flame of traditional brass diyas.
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Whimsical Touches: In a playful nod to tradition, one dedicated wing featured enchanting white-leaf trees hung with bright orange laddoos, complete with intricately carved miniature Ganpati idols swaying gently on tiny brass swings.
International Royalty & High-Profile Global Guests
Tiffany Trump, daughter of Donald Trump, joined the Ambani family for Ganpati darshan at Antilia alongside her husband Michael Boulos, mother Marla Maples, and son Alexander. Dressed in a pastel pistachio-green lehenga paired with a coral-pink organza dupatta, she fully embraced the festive spirit as she took in the traditional Antilia Cha Raja celebrations.
Devotion Meets Couture: Who Wore What
The red carpet outside Antilia looked like a runway of Indian textiles and heritage craftsmanship.
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Nita Ambani
Set the fashion tone in a multi-toned orange, fuchsia, and magenta saree accessorized with a bib-style necklace carved with rubies, pearls, and emerald Ganpati motifs.
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Alia Bhatt & Ranbir Kapoor
Alia chose a custom ice-blue Masaba Gupta saree with an asymmetric corset blouse, while Ranbir coordinated in a deep blue kurta with an embroidered beige Nehru jacket.
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Janhvi Kapoor
Styled in a traditional double-Ikat Patan Patola saree by Nidhi Tambi Kejriwal featuring intricate Aabla Tiki (mirror-and-sequin) work.
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Katrina Kaif & Vicky Kaushal
Katrina wore a sage-green Anarkali featuring a Rajasthani mirrorwork dupatta, paired alongside Vicky in an ivory chikankari kurta.
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Ananya Panday
Wore a bright yellow Bandhani saree contrasted with long turquoise drop earrings.
- The Tendulkar family made an elegant statement at the Antilia Ganpati Utsav, with Sachin in a vibrant orange silk kurta and Anjali, Sara, Arjun, and Saaniya complementing him in rich green, teal, and pink ethnic ensembles.
Cultural Highlights: Dance Tribute & Rituals
The celebrations went beyond social gatherings, featuring live performances and traditional welcoming ceremonies. Radhika Merchant captivated guests with a spellbinding live Bharatanatyam recital, performing to the powerful devotional hymn Ekadantaya Vakratundaya. Choreographed by the legendary Vaibhavi Merchant, every mudra and fluid movement brought an unmatched grace and spiritual energy to the evening.
The streets surged with electrifying energy as “Antilia Cha Raja” made his grand arrival to the thunderous, rhythmic beats of live dhol-tasha troupes. Leading the ceremonial welcome with effortless grace, Nita Ambani ushered in the deity amidst showers of petals and unmatched festive fervor.
The Feast: From Street Food to Regional Delicacies
Guests were whisked away on a lavish gastronomic journey, where the soulful flavors of iconic Indian street food seamlessly blended with an opulent spread of authentic regional delicacies:
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Maharashtrian Classics
Fiery Misal Pav packed with spice, crisp golden Kothimbir Vadi, and Mumbai’s iconic, melt-in-your-mouth Batata Vada.
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Gujarati Specialties
Soft, fragrant Methi Dhokla, chilled refreshing Aam Panna, and a lavish spread of handcrafted, melt-in-your-mouth Modaks.
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South Indian Treasures
Warm Ghee Podi Idli tossed in aromatic spices, comforting Bisi Bele Bhaat, and a ruby-red, tangy Anaar Panna to round out the royal spread.