Networking Events

Thoughtful Connections, Timeless Setting

Our venue hosts networking events with character—ideal for creative circles, community meetups, or industry gatherings. Our space provides a grounded yet contemporary setting for connection.

Dinner with Director Giuseppe Tornatore
Dinner with Charles Correa Foundation
Dinner with Pritzker Laureate Alejandro Aravena
Closing Dinner for ADFF (Architecture and Design Film Festival)
Avendus Meet & Greet Corporate Event
Advent Global Leadership Meet
Private Dinning Celebration

Upcoming

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Save the date—discover SCHEDULED events

Dive into IFBE’s dynamic schedule—where every event is an opportunity to engage, discover, and connect. Check what’s coming up and be part of it.

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The Independence Project: Edition 4

The Quiet Art of Presence and Agency To speak of independence is to speak not of grand gestures or heroic declarations, but of something far more subtle: the ability to inhabit the present moment fully. To pause the restless drift of thought between past and future, to come to rest—however briefly—within the living pul

The Independence Project: Edition 4
The Quiet Art of Presence and Agency To speak of independence is to speak not of grand gestures or heroic declarations, but of something far more subtle: the ability to inhabit the present moment fully. To pause the restless drift of thought between past and future, to come to rest—however briefly—within the living pul , ...
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Path to Independence

Ringing in the spirit of freedom at the stroke of midnight hour. Join Velocrush India for a 15 km midnight cycling experience through the quiet bylanes and iconic landmarks of South Bombay—beginning and ending at IFBE. The route winds past the Asiatic Society, Gateway of India, Radio Club, Nariman Point, and Marine Dri

10:30 am - 12:00 am
Path to Independence
10:30 am - 12:00 am
Ringing in the spirit of freedom at the stroke of midnight hour. Join Velocrush India for a 15 km midnight cycling experience through the quiet bylanes and iconic landmarks of South Bombay—beginning and ending at IFBE. The route winds past the Asiatic Society, Gateway of India, Radio Club, Nariman Point, and Marine Dri , ...
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IFBE

The Independence Project: Edition 4

The Quiet Art of Presence and Agency To speak of independence is to speak not of grand gestures or heroic declarations, but of something far more subtle: the ability to inhabit the present moment fully. To pause the restless drift of thought between past and future, to come to rest—however briefly—within the living pul

The Independence Project: Edition 4
The Quiet Art of Presence and Agency To speak of independence is to speak not of grand gestures or heroic declarations, but of something far more subtle: the ability to inhabit the present moment fully. To pause the restless drift of thought between past and future, to come to rest—however briefly—within the living pul , ...
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The Art of Noticing

An Improv Comedy Workshop A playful, interactive workshop that explores the power of presence, active listening, and nonverbal communication through the lens of improvisational theater. Designed for professionals from all fields, it helps you think on your feet, tune into subtle cues, and connect with others—authentica

12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
The Art of Noticing
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
An Improv Comedy Workshop A playful, interactive workshop that explores the power of presence, active listening, and nonverbal communication through the lens of improvisational theater. Designed for professionals from all fields, it helps you think on your feet, tune into subtle cues, and connect with others—authentica , ...
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Explore The Alchemist Within

An Expressive Arts Workshop Led by singer-songwriter and expressive arts facilitator Valerie D’Silva, this art therapy-inspired workshop blends music, movement, painting, and storytelling to invite release and renewal. Rooted in the philosophy of beginning again, participants explore identity through intuitive cr

3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Explore The Alchemist Within
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
An Expressive Arts Workshop Led by singer-songwriter and expressive arts facilitator Valerie D’Silva, this art therapy-inspired workshop blends music, movement, painting, and storytelling to invite release and renewal. Rooted in the philosophy of beginning again, participants explore identity through intuitive cr , ...
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Radiant Presence

An Ecstatic Dance Workshop This ecstatic dance workshop, led by sound healer and movement guide Sangeeta Pandhi, invites a return to the body through shifting light, layered sound, and intuitive motion. It’s not about learning steps—it’s about unlearning restraint. As rhythm leads and breath listens, movement becomes a

4:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Radiant Presence
4:00 pm - 6:30 pm
An Ecstatic Dance Workshop This ecstatic dance workshop, led by sound healer and movement guide Sangeeta Pandhi, invites a return to the body through shifting light, layered sound, and intuitive motion. It’s not about learning steps—it’s about unlearning restraint. As rhythm leads and breath listens, movement becomes a , ...
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MAYA: Curtain Raiser

Unveiling a narrative universe born of a quiet rebellion of imagination, presence, and purpose—opening with a panel discussion. Shikha Parmar and Zain Memon take you behind the scenes of MAYA—an expansive narrative universe four years in the making, unfolding across films, games, novels, and graphic novels. This

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
MAYA: Curtain Raiser
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Unveiling a narrative universe born of a quiet rebellion of imagination, presence, and purpose—opening with a panel discussion. Shikha Parmar and Zain Memon take you behind the scenes of MAYA—an expansive narrative universe four years in the making, unfolding across films, games, novels, and graphic novels. This , ...
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The Independence Project: Edition 4

The Quiet Art of Presence and Agency To speak of independence is to speak not of grand gestures or heroic declarations, but of something far more subtle: the ability to inhabit the present moment fully. To pause the restless drift of thought between past and future, to come to rest—however briefly—within the living pul

The Independence Project: Edition 4
The Quiet Art of Presence and Agency To speak of independence is to speak not of grand gestures or heroic declarations, but of something far more subtle: the ability to inhabit the present moment fully. To pause the restless drift of thought between past and future, to come to rest—however briefly—within the living pul , ...
IFBE

MAYA: Curtain Raiser

Unveiling a narrative universe born of a quiet rebellion of imagination, presence, and purpose—exhibition. Shikha Parmar, Anand Gandhi, and Zain Memon invite you into the expansive world of MAYA, unfolding across films, games, novels, and graphic novels. Four years in the making, this narrative universe is unveiled for

8:00 am - 12:00 am
MAYA: Curtain Raiser
8:00 am - 12:00 am
Unveiling a narrative universe born of a quiet rebellion of imagination, presence, and purpose—exhibition. Shikha Parmar, Anand Gandhi, and Zain Memon invite you into the expansive world of MAYA, unfolding across films, games, novels, and graphic novels. Four years in the making, this narrative universe is unveiled for , ...
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Anchored in Awareness

Exploring Stillness Through Yoga Led by integrative wellness coach and yoga therapist Shammi Gupta, this grounding yoga session invites participants to return to themselves through breath and mindful movement. Rooted in classical practice and guided by present-day awareness, each posture becomes a gentle offering—of ba

8:00 am - 9:00 am
Anchored in Awareness
8:00 am - 9:00 am
Exploring Stillness Through Yoga Led by integrative wellness coach and yoga therapist Shammi Gupta, this grounding yoga session invites participants to return to themselves through breath and mindful movement. Rooted in classical practice and guided by present-day awareness, each posture becomes a gentle offering—of ba , ...
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Freedom of Expression

An Expressive Workshop in Art and Design Led by artist and designer Tanay Kumar, this workshop in creative expression invites participants to momentarily unlearn language and return to drawing as a primal, personal form of communication. Through sketching, participants reconnect with their inner child and explore refle

12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Freedom of Expression
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
An Expressive Workshop in Art and Design Led by artist and designer Tanay Kumar, this workshop in creative expression invites participants to momentarily unlearn language and return to drawing as a primal, personal form of communication. Through sketching, participants reconnect with their inner child and explore refle , ...
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Form in Stillness

A Ceramics Workshop Led by ceramic artist and founder of The Pottery Lab, Rekha Goyal, this ceramics workshop invites participants to engage with clay as a medium of self‑awareness. In the quiet rhythm of shaping and holding, the ceramic process becomes a mirror—revealing presence through texture, weight, and repetitio

2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Form in Stillness
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
A Ceramics Workshop Led by ceramic artist and founder of The Pottery Lab, Rekha Goyal, this ceramics workshop invites participants to engage with clay as a medium of self‑awareness. In the quiet rhythm of shaping and holding, the ceramic process becomes a mirror—revealing presence through texture, weight, and repetitio , ...
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Stories That Breathe

An Immersive Storytelling Workshop Led by filmmaker and storyteller Vishal Chaturvedi, this immersive workshop explores storytelling as a practice of presence. Through prompts, memory, and reflection, participants enter a slower rhythm—one that honours silence as much as speech. Vishal’s gentle pacing and emotional res

2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Stories That Breathe
2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
An Immersive Storytelling Workshop Led by filmmaker and storyteller Vishal Chaturvedi, this immersive workshop explores storytelling as a practice of presence. Through prompts, memory, and reflection, participants enter a slower rhythm—one that honours silence as much as speech. Vishal’s gentle pacing and emotional res , ...
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AB: A MUSICAL EVENING | SALMAN ELAHI

A quiet yet stirring performance by Urdu singer-songwriter Salman Elahi, whose music feels like a journal of the soul. With haunting melodies and tender verses, Salman invites you into a space of emotional intimacy—where each song becomes a mirror to longing, memory, and quiet hope. In this evocative set, language and

6:45 pm - 7:45 pm
AB: A MUSICAL EVENING | SALMAN ELAHI
6:45 pm - 7:45 pm
A quiet yet stirring performance by Urdu singer-songwriter Salman Elahi, whose music feels like a journal of the soul. With haunting melodies and tender verses, Salman invites you into a space of emotional intimacy—where each song becomes a mirror to longing, memory, and quiet hope. In this evocative set, language and , ...
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AB: A MUSICAL EVENING | HARPREET

A contemplative musical journey led by Harpreet, known for his evocative interpretations of poetry by Kabir, Faiz, and Bulleh Shah. His set invites listeners into a space of stillness—where silence is as meaningful as sound. Through his soulful compositions, Harpreet opens a door to presence. His music doesn’t demand a

7:45 pm - 8:45 pm
AB: A MUSICAL EVENING | HARPREET
7:45 pm - 8:45 pm
A contemplative musical journey led by Harpreet, known for his evocative interpretations of poetry by Kabir, Faiz, and Bulleh Shah. His set invites listeners into a space of stillness—where silence is as meaningful as sound. Through his soulful compositions, Harpreet opens a door to presence. His music doesn’t demand a , ...
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The Independence Project: Edition 4

The Quiet Art of Presence and Agency To speak of independence is to speak not of grand gestures or heroic declarations, but of something far more subtle: the ability to inhabit the present moment fully. To pause the restless drift of thought between past and future, to come to rest—however briefly—within the living pul

The Independence Project: Edition 4
The Quiet Art of Presence and Agency To speak of independence is to speak not of grand gestures or heroic declarations, but of something far more subtle: the ability to inhabit the present moment fully. To pause the restless drift of thought between past and future, to come to rest—however briefly—within the living pul , ...
IFBE

MAYA: Curtain Raiser

Unveiling a narrative universe born of a quiet rebellion of imagination, presence, and purpose—exhibition. Shikha Parmar, Anand Gandhi, and Zain Memon invite you into the expansive world of MAYA, unfolding across films, games, novels, and graphic novels. Four years in the making, this narrative universe is unveiled for

12:00 am - 8:00 pm
MAYA: Curtain Raiser
12:00 am - 8:00 pm
Unveiling a narrative universe born of a quiet rebellion of imagination, presence, and purpose—exhibition. Shikha Parmar, Anand Gandhi, and Zain Memon invite you into the expansive world of MAYA, unfolding across films, games, novels, and graphic novels. Four years in the making, this narrative universe is unveiled for , ...
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The Resonant Self

A Sound Healing Session Led by sound healer Sangeeta Pandhi, this restorative sound healing session invites participants to lie back, close their eyes, and receive. As the hum of bowls and layered vibrations fill the space, resonance becomes medicine and stillness becomes song. Sangeeta blends rhythm, breath, and intui

8:00 am - 9:00 am
The Resonant Self
8:00 am - 9:00 am
A Sound Healing Session Led by sound healer Sangeeta Pandhi, this restorative sound healing session invites participants to lie back, close their eyes, and receive. As the hum of bowls and layered vibrations fill the space, resonance becomes medicine and stillness becomes song. Sangeeta blends rhythm, breath, and intui , ...
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Movements of Quiet Freedom

A Movement Therapy Workshop Led by movement guide Nidhi Dongre, this dance therapy workshop invites participants to shift from structure into sensation—dancing not from memory, but from presence. Through intuitive prompts and deep listening, each gesture becomes a response, each breath a quiet rhythm. Nidhi’s embodied,

4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Movements of Quiet Freedom
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
A Movement Therapy Workshop Led by movement guide Nidhi Dongre, this dance therapy workshop invites participants to shift from structure into sensation—dancing not from memory, but from presence. Through intuitive prompts and deep listening, each gesture becomes a response, each breath a quiet rhythm. Nidhi’s embodied, , ...
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Quiet Fire

A Seminal Dance Workshop Led by dancer and choreographer Chow En Lai Phukan, this dance workshop explores the precision of waacking, the grace of jazz, and the fierce control of heels. More than technique, each form becomes a way to inhabit the body with clarity and confidence. Chow’s expressive, grounded approach invi

5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Quiet Fire
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
A Seminal Dance Workshop Led by dancer and choreographer Chow En Lai Phukan, this dance workshop explores the precision of waacking, the grace of jazz, and the fierce control of heels. More than technique, each form becomes a way to inhabit the body with clarity and confidence. Chow’s expressive, grounded approach invi , ...
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Presence: A Drum Circle by Jitesh Jain

PRESENCE: A DRUM CIRCLE Led by rhythm facilitator Jitesh Jain, this expressive drum circle transforms rhythm into shared presence. As hands strike the drum and beats align, a pulse emerges—grounding, liberating, and alive. No musical skill is needed—just a willingness to feel, play, and connect. In Jitesh’s joyfu

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Presence: A Drum Circle by Jitesh Jain
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
PRESENCE: A DRUM CIRCLE Led by rhythm facilitator Jitesh Jain, this expressive drum circle transforms rhythm into shared presence. As hands strike the drum and beats align, a pulse emerges—grounding, liberating, and alive. No musical skill is needed—just a willingness to feel, play, and connect. In Jitesh’s joyfu , ...
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SANJAY DIVECHA QUARTET

The Sanjay Divecha Quartet presents an evening of original compositions that flow seamlessly through jazz, western contemporary, and global musical traditions. Rooted in improvisation and dynamic interplay, the performance promises a rich and evolving sonic landscape. The evening opens with a solo set by Sanjay Divecha

7:30 pm - 8:45 pm
SANJAY DIVECHA QUARTET
7:30 pm - 8:45 pm
The Sanjay Divecha Quartet presents an evening of original compositions that flow seamlessly through jazz, western contemporary, and global musical traditions. Rooted in improvisation and dynamic interplay, the performance promises a rich and evolving sonic landscape. The evening opens with a solo set by Sanjay Divecha , ...
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People

Our circle

The creative forces that bring this space to life.

A look at the visionaries, collaborators, and pioneers who have brought their ideas, energy, and presence to IFBE