Mumbai-born Siddhie Mhambre, a successful actress and entrepreneur, has a diverse background spanning aviation, service, fashion, and entertainment. Her journey highlights the transformative power of education and experience, particularly her time at IFA Paris. Mhambre co-founded 88 Pictures, an animation studio that secured a key project from Dreamworks TV, broadcast on Netflix. This venture showcases her entrepreneurial spirit and creative vision.
Mhambre’s passion for fashion developed early on, influenced by her mother’s impeccable style and the glamorous world of Mumbai’s elite. This early fascination led her to study fashion and apparel design at Sophia College after graduating from Saint-Anne high-school for girls. Her initial foray into the fashion world began with modeling for a well-known brand, solidifying her interest in design and the business of fashion.
She later pursued an MBA in Luxury Brand Management at IFA Paris, seeking a global perspective on the industry. The program’s modules in Shanghai, Paris, and Bangkok provided invaluable exposure to luxury brands and diverse cultures. Mhambre credits IFA Paris with giving her the well-rounded knowledge and experience necessary to understand the complexities of the luxury market.
Her IFA Paris education culminated in a thesis titled “Luxury Says – Namaste India,” a comprehensive study of luxury brands in India. This research laid the groundwork for her future entrepreneurial endeavors in the Indian fashion and luxury market. Mhambre’s experience at IFA Paris proved instrumental in shaping her understanding of the global fashion landscape and preparing her for future ventures.
Prior to founding 88 Pictures, Mhambre gained experience in the aviation industry with Qatar Airways and Kingfisher Airlines. This seemingly unrelated field provided valuable skills in personality development, sophistication, and international exposure, further enhancing her understanding of diverse markets and consumer behavior.
Her six-year stint as an independent actress provided firsthand experience with the demands of the fashion industry, constantly adapting to the latest trends and maintaining a diverse wardrobe. This experience further solidified her understanding of the Indian consumer and the challenges and opportunities within the market.
Mhambre’s current focus is on developing a premium brand for women in the Indian market, leveraging her knowledge and experience gained at IFA Paris and throughout her career. Her vision is to create a “Glocal” brand, blending global trends and craftsmanship with local sensibilities to cater to the unique needs of the Indian consumer.
