Gauri Khan opens Torii restaurant with bollywood glamour

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Gauri Khan, renowned for her prowess in both the film industry and the world of design, recently celebrated a remarkable milestone – the grand opening of her inaugural restaurant venture, Torii, in Mumbai. The event was a star-studded affair, with Bollywood’s elite turning out in force to show their support.

Among the luminaries in attendance were Gauri’s close friends from the entertainment industry, including Maheep Kapoor, Seema Sajdeh, Bhavana Pandey, and Neelam Kothari. Karan Johar, a longtime family friend of Gauri and her husband, Shah Rukh Khan, graced the occasion with his presence, adding to the glitz and glamour.

Torii, Gauri’s brainchild, is an Asian-themed restaurant, meticulously crafted with her signature design aesthetics. Drawing from her extensive experience as an interior designer, Gauri has infused the space with elegance and sophistication, creating an ambiance that promises a memorable dining experience for patrons.

In a candid interview, Gauri shared her excitement about venturing into the restaurant business for the first time. “We’re just getting started,” she remarked, “the learnings are yet to come. I’m excited to see what this journey holds for everyone involved.”

Beyond her entrepreneurial endeavors, Gauri Khan has left an indelible mark in the worlds of film production and fashion design. Co-founding Red Chillies Entertainment with Shah Rukh Khan in 2002, she has produced blockbuster hits such as “Main Hoon Na,” “Om Shanti Om,” “RaOne,” and “Chennai Express.” Her creative talents extend to interior design, where she has transformed spaces for an illustrious clientele that includes Mukesh Ambani, Roberto Cavalli, and Ralph Lauren.

Recognizing her exceptional contributions, Fortune magazine honored Gauri as one of the “50 Most Powerful Women” in 2018, underscoring her multifaceted achievements and influence.

As Gauri embarks on this exciting new chapter with Torii, her restaurant venture promises to captivate palates and hearts alike, adding another illustrious feather to her cap of accomplishments.