Mumbai Edition
Followed by the success of the Delhi and Bengaluru editions of the Grihshobha Inspire Awards, the second edition continued in Mumbai. Organised in NCPA on the 26 of February, 2026 in Mumbai, it carried the celebration forward with even greater enthusiasm. This prestigious edition honoured a remarkable group of women who have demonstrated excellence in fields such as entertainment, business & entrepreneurship, social impact, technology, arts, and community leadership. Each awardee was thoughtfully selected by a distinguished all-women jury, ensuring a fair, inclusive, and deeply insightful selection process. The Mumbai edition stood out for its spirited energy, meaningful conversations, and powerful stories of perseverance and achievement. Below are the exceptional women who were felicitated during this inspiring Mumbai edition.
Neena Gupta is an acclaimed Indian actor and National Award winner known for powerful performances across film and television, including Woh Chokri, Badhaai Ho, and Panchayat, and for redefining women's narratives on screen.
Supriya Pathak is an acclaimed actor across theatre, television, Hindi and Gujarati cinema, known for iconic roles in Khichdi, Ram-Leela, and Kalyug, and for her lasting contribution to regional and mainstream storytelling.
Dr. Rani Bang is a renowned public health pioneer and co-founder of SEARCH, Gadchiroli, known for transforming tribal healthcare through community-based research, women's health advocacy, and home-based newborn care models.
Lorna Cordeiro is a legendary Konkani singer and performer from Goa, known for blending Konkani with jazz and pop. A celebrated tiatrist she remains an enduring cultural icon across generations.
Vanita Borade is a snake rescuer and community educator from Maharashtra who has safely rescued over 75,000 snakes, promoting wildlife conservation, coexistence, and women's leadership in traditionally male-dominated spaces.
Girija Subramanian is the Chairman and Managing Director of The New India Assurance, with over 35 years in insurance leadership, known for driving innovation, growth, and inclusive financial security initiatives.
Priya Nair is a senior global leader at Unilever with nearly three decades of experience in consumer goods, known for building iconic brands, driving innovation, and championing inclusive, purpose-led business leadership.
Payal Kapadia is an internationally acclaimed filmmaker known for award-winning films, A Night of Knowing Nothing and All We Imagine as Light, bringing poetic storytelling and marginalised voices to global cinema.
Nisha Madhulika is one of India’s most loved food creators, known for her YouTube channel featuring simple vegetarian recipes that have empowered millions to cook confidently, proving new beginnings have no age limit.
Monisha Narke is the founder and CEO of RUR Greenlife, a sustainability entrepreneur known for pioneering decentralised waste management solutions, innovative composting technologies, and community-driven environmental behavior change initiatives.
Ambica Agarwal is a parenting educator and digital creator behind True Parenting Story, sharing practical guidance and emotional insights to help parents raise confident, resilient children.
