Shilpa Shetty Shuts Bastian Bandra, Announces New Juhu Beach Club & South Indian Restaurant
In a move that initially raised eyebrows, actress Shilpa Shetty announced that her celebrated Bandra restaurant, Bastian, would be closing down. The news sparked a wave of speculation, with many linking the decision to recent reports of a fraud case involving Shilpa and her husband, Raj Kundra. Given Bastian’s reputation as a celebrity hotspot and a landmark in Mumbai’s dining culture, the announcement created quite a buzz.
However, Shilpa quickly set the record straight with a video statement. She clarified that the decision was not a permanent closure but part of a larger expansion strategy. The restaurant will soon make a comeback in Juhu as Bastian Beach Club, promising a refreshed experience for diners.
At the same time, the iconic Bandra location won’t go to waste. Shilpa revealed it will be reborn as Ammakai, a new venture dedicated to authentic South Indian and Mangalorean cuisine, paying homage to her roots.
With this strategic shift, Shilpa Shetty is not stepping away from the hospitality scene but instead reinventing it—offering Mumbai both a chic beachside dining spot and a soulful regional food experience.
