Zoya Akhtar

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Zoya Akhtar, the inexplicably talented film maker and lover of all things honest, opens up her breezy sea-side home to Asian Paints. Her world resides in the movies. Find out how her home brings out the best in one of India’s finest storytellers, Zoya Akhtar next on Asian Paints Where The Heart Is.

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Behind the quotidian steel gate in Bandstand is enclosed a well-kept secret like Narnia. Enter and behold – the World of Zoya Akhtar. Her home speaks of a world that she has travelled, of the literary greats around whom she grew up but most importantly the warmth and heart that she exudes as a person.

As she tells Asian Paints, Zoya Akhtar is an extremely house-proud person, the house reflects inherited literary history and at the same time it is the simplest things like her dogs and the envious collection of DVDs that give joy to this cerebral filmmaker. It is a sanctuary where she roams around unguarded and a space that enables her creative process.

The ubiquitous white walls are there for a reason so that she can colour it with art and her imagination. Natural elements like wood and stone are the dominant textures that one can see in this bespoke house. The furniture and furnishings have been collected and acquired over time and travels.

The most unique part of the house and our favourite is the breathtaking piece of verdant green patch. In the chaos called Mumbai, this breathes a zen-garden like feel to it (Zen also happens to be the name of one of her adorable dogs, the other one is called Boogie!). What hits you most is the positivity in this space and it is to the credit of Zoya’s mother who has the green thumb in the family.

The house, which has undergone several changes and has literally grown up with her, is made of fond memories and stories.

It is said that each man creates his own heaven – this one, all light and sea, is Zoya’s. And this is where her heart is. Find out with this episode of Asian Paints Where The Heart Is.

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EPISODE 1

Boman Irani

Boman Irani’s old world charm translates into his home which exudes warmth and love.Welcome to an extremely welcoming home of Boman & Zenobia Irani - Asian Paints.

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EPISODE 2

Huma Qureshi and Saqib Saleem

Where The Heart Is takes you inside the heart of Huma Qureshi & Saqib Saleem’s home in Mumbai. Come, take a stroll in this home-for-two and spend a languorous afternoon with them - Asian Paints.

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EPISODE 3

Gaurav Kapur and Kirat Bhattal

When you’re in Gaurav Kapur and Kirat Bhattal’s home, you can see a perfect combination of both sensibilities poured in. Discover their joy of setting up their dream home - Asian Paints.

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EPISODE 4

Masaba & Neena Gupta

Honesty and authenticity defines the home & life of one of India’s most loved designers Masaba Gupta & her fearless mother who is also a truly remarkable actor, Neena Gupta - Asian Paints.

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EPISODE 5

Sunil Chhetri

Sunil Chhetri’s home is his sanctuary nestled away in Bangalore. Where The Heart Is where India’s humble yet hungry captain takes you on an unforgettable tour of his humble abode - Asian Paints.

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EPISODE 6

Kajal Aggarwal

On Where the Heart Is, be one of the first ones to enter her newly redesigned home, situated in the iconic Marine Drive of Mumbai, where she lives with her parents - Asian Paints.

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EPISODE 1

Radhika Apte

A great combination of modern influences and a traditional Marathi home, this home has been an open canvas for Radhika at Where the Heart Is - Asian Paints.

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EPISODE 2

Sourav Ganguly

Watch Sourav Ganguly, India’s most loved cricketer & a child at heart, take you through his life’s unforgettable journey along with the house where his heart hinges - Asian Paints.

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EPISODE 3

Sushant Singh Rajput

Where The Heart Is enters the home of one of the most disciplined and hard-working heartthrob of this generation of actors - Sushant Singh Rajput - Asian Paints.

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EPISODE 4

Monica Dogra

Musician and actor Monica Dogra has chosen and designed her home to be of a Sufi soul. People come and go and leave a piece of their heart in this unusual two-storey house - Asian Paints.

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EPISODE 5

Anirudh Ravichander

Anirudh Ravichander’s home speaks of the roots he is so deeply seated in despite the zany image he has. Explore Anirudh's home with Where The Heart Is - Asian Paints.

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EPISODE 6

Zoya Akhtar

Zoya Akhtar, opens up her breezy sea-side home to us. Find out how her home brings out the best in one of India’s finest storytellers, Zoya Akhtar on Where The Heart Is - Asian Paints.

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EPISODE 7

Mini Mathur and Kabir Khan

Mini Mathur & film director Kabir Khan have designed their house & painted the walls with love. The beautifully designed interiors of their house open to all and exudes 'happy' - Asian Paints.

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EPISODE 1

Mandira Bedi

Space is a luxury, says Mandira Bedi, as she walks us through her beautiful home in Mumbai's Bandra. Built in levels her home is a treat to be invited to - Asian Paints.

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EPISODE 2

Rana Daggubati

Rana's style choices are as bold as they're quirky. His home is defined by bold lines & defined spaces. Watch Rana open up his home and his heart inWhere The Heart Is - Asian Paints.

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EPISODE 3

Pernia Qureshi

Pernia Qureshi’s interior home design radiates the positivity that complements her stylish personality. She takes us through her spaces & shows us some interior home design styles - Asian Paints.

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EPISODE 4

Prosenjit Chatterjee

Prosenjit Chatterjee, one of Bengal's favourite sons, invites you into his picture-perfect home on Where The Heart Is. Celebrate his love for his city & love for cinema - Asian Paints.

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EPISODE 5

Abu Jani & Sandeep Khosla

Where The Heart Is enters the home of the imaginative & incredibly creative duo, Abu Jani & Sandeep Khosla, who take us through their favourite spaces and musings - Asian Paints.

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EPISODE 6

John Abraham

John Abraham’s Mumbai home is as celebrated as the man himself, reflecting his simplicity and practicality. It radiates his positivity and healthy lifestyle at every turn - Asian Paints.

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EPISODE 7

Kalki Koechlin

Where The Heart Is explores the easy indulgences and choices that make Kalki's beautiful interior home design truly enchanting & a beautiful private paradise- Asian Paints.

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EPISODE 8

Dipika Pallikal Karthik & Dinesh Karthik

Where The Heart Is explores Dinesh & Dipika Karthik’s whims and fancies, which are manifested in the way they’ve self-styled their spacious and alluring home - Asian Paints.

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