Introduction
Shalini Passi is an integral part of the Indian art scene, well known for being a leading art collector, and a cultural philanthropist. As a prominent art collector, whose collection includes both Indian and non-Indian contemporary art she is a significant patron of the arts in India. Shalina has recently gained public attention with her introduction to a larger audience with her appearance on Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives Season 3, where viewers were privy to her art and luxury lifestyle.
1. Art Collector and Philanthropist
New Delhi-based art collector and philanthropist, is the name synonymous with contemporary art collection in India, be it Indian or International Art. In addition to her trademark work she is also a staunch supporter of young artists and arts education through her foundation programs. Mash India
2. Founder of MASH India
In 2018, she founded MASH (My Art Shalini), a digital platform that conceptualises a space where architecture intersects with art, craft, design, and fashion to make art more accessible, fun, and enjoyable. Mash India
3. The Shalini Passi Art Foundation
The Shalini Passi Art Foundation was Also established in 2018, the purpose of this art foundation is to support new artists developing innovative and experimental work primarily in the fields of art, design, architecture, and fashion. Mash India
4. Advisory Roles
Shalini has served on the Advisory Board member of Khoj Studios, a non-profit contemporary arts organisation in Delhi, since 2012. Since 2014, Shalini has been a patron of the Kochi-Muziris Biennale (the country’s biggest art exhibition). Mash India
5. Diverse Art Collection
She owns diverse artwork painted by celebrated artists, including Bharti Kher, Anita Dube, Sheba Chhachhi, Zarina Hashmi, Atul Dodiya, Jeff Koons, and Damien Hirst and also Indian modernist masters, including M.F. Husain, Manjit Bawa, and Ram Kumar. Mash India
6. Background in Architecture and Design
Shalini was raised in a family with a rich history in the construction industry and has a long-standing love for architecture and design that strongly informs her art collection and charitable initiatives. Global Indian
7. Fashion Patron and Style Icon
She has graced the ramp for various fashion titans and is often adorned in couture numbers from the likes of Dior, Valentino, Alexander McQueen, you name it, and Shalini owns it. Jagrantv
8. Reality Television Appearance
She appeared in the third season (2024) of the Netflix series Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives, which brought a far wider audience to her lifestyle and artistic work. Stars Unfolded
9. Philanthropic Initiatives
Apart from the arts, Shalini’s charitable work extends to education and healthcare, especially for women and children. She has been a long time associated with educating underprivileged children via art and craft workshops in Delhi and involves herself with the Delhi Society For Welfare of Special Children. Stars Unfolded
10. Personal Life
Shalini is married to Sanjay Passi, the chairman of the Pasco Group, a leading automobile dealership network in North India. They have a son named Robin Passi. Jagrantv
11. Cultural Contributor
Shalini contributes to top lifestyle periodicals (Travel +Leisure, Conde Nast Traveller) on Art, Design & Fashion as a writer. Global Indian
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