I recently completed my second Masters in Business from Fordham University, New York, after my first Masters in P.R. & Communication from Istituto Europe De Design (IED), Milan. I' m currently studying my Doctorate in Business (PhD).
I grew up in Pune, India in an Army Family with great importance on education and autarky. I studied at a premiere British Catholic school called St.Helenas Convent and then enrolled for an undergrad in English Literature at Fergusson College. During this time I also wrote as a journalist for national newspapers and magazines such as the Times of India, Indian Express and Femina.
I started modelling at 16 and have won several national and international pageants such as Miss India Worldwide, Absolute Elite India winner, Channel V Get Gorgeous and walked the ramp for designers such as Rocky S, Anita Dongre, Manish Malhotra and such. I have been a public figure and featured extensively... more in newspapers and TV during my modelling stint. I had my hands full directing fashion shows and events, being the jury and guest of honor for national and international events and competitions, being an award winning event anchor, training innumerable corporate professionals and beauty pageant aspirants on personality development and grooming.I was offered a Bollywood movie but in an unconventional move ( and one that my mother will never forgive me for), I chose to move to Milan to study my first Masters in P.R. & Communications. I continued modelling in Milan and wrote as a journalist for italy’s premiere fashion magazine and covered Milan and Paris fashion week predominantly. Milan was home for 8 couple of years where I fell in love with its language, cuisine and culture while I worked as an International Marketing Director in a Fashion P.R. & Marketing firm for brands such as Gucci, Burberry and Dolce & Gabbana amongst others. I eventually wanted to move to New York to study my 2nd masters, I completed my MBA in Marketing and Media studies from Fordham University Manhattan as a Dean’s Premiere Scholar.
Hobbies wise – I am a classically trained Bharatnatyam dancer and trained in ballroom and Latin dance forms such as Cha Cha, Waltz and Rumba. I’m an avid equestrian and show jumpingis my favourite adrenalin fix. I’m a wine and fine food connoisseur and a fan of all things culture such as art, music, documentaries and movies. I speak Italian and French besides English, Hindi and Marathi. My mum is a distinguished animal rescuer and thanks to her I have a huge affinity for animals and regularly work to rescue and rehabilitate abandoned animals and animals in need. To unwind I also like watching documentaries and movies. Thanks to my mum I have a huge affinity towards animals and work in rescuing and rehabilitating them. I am also spiritually curious and have travelled India exploring different spiritual practices and resonating best with the teachings of Vipassana, practice it often.
I have been grateful to have an enviable, interesting and gratifying, now I’m ready to expand and make space for a partner and continue this glorious adventure.
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