Shilpa Shetty's Bastian Bandra was Bollywood's ultimate celeb hotspot, with regulars like Disha-Tiger, Malaika, and Janhvi, making it the paparazzi's paradise.
Shilpa Shetty's Bastian Bandra was one of the most loved restaurants for all the celebrities. It was the one-stop destination for anyone who wished to spot a celebrity while visiting Mumbai, and it came as a shock when Shilpa announced that she had decided to shut one of her most iconic restaurants this morning.
Bastian Bandra Was Bollywood's Hotspot
As Shilpa announced that she is closing the doors of one of her most loved restaurants after a 9-year successful run, here's a look back at the legacy, nostalgia, and celebrity spotting Bastian Bandra has. Bandra has always been the heart of Mumbai's celebrity culture. From Carter Road to Pali Hill, every lane here carries the scent of stardom.
In 2016, something changed. Shilpa Shetty, in partnership with restaurateur Ranjit Bindra, opened Bastian Bandra, and it quickly transformed into the ultimate celebrity magnet and eventually became the paparazzi's favourite hunting ground.
With a luxury experience and amazing yet aesthetically pleasing interiors, Bastian quickly became a celebrity hotspot, with the "who's who" of Bollywood stepping in for parties, and soon it became an important place for paparazzi.
When Disha Patani and Tiger Shroff's dating rumours were making it to almost every news headline, the two were often spotted together leaving from Bastian. Malaika Arora was another regular at Bastian, and it used to be a fashion moment with Malaika bringing her A-game. Ananya Panday, Janhvi Kapoor, Katrina Kaif, Ranveer Singh, and Deepika Padukone are also among the celebs who used to visit the place frequently. The eatery was known as a high-society and "Bollywood's dining room" hotspot.
Shilpa Shetty Shuts Bastian Bandra
On Tuesday, Shilpa Shetty took to her Instagram stories and shared a long note with her fans and followers. "This Thursday marks the end of an era as we bid farewell to one of Mumbai's most iconic destinations - BASTIAN BANDRA. A venue that gave us countless memories, unforgettable nights, and moments that shaped the city's nightlife now takes its final bow," she wrote.
"To honour this legendary space, we're curating a very special evening for our closest patrons - a night filled with nostalgia, energy, and magic, celebrating everything Bastian has stood for one last time. While we say goodbye to BASTIAN BANDRA, our Thursday night ritual Arcane Affair will continue next week at BASTIAN AT THE TOP, carrying forward the legacy in a brand-new chapter with brand-new experiences," the actress added.