Meet The Team

She runs the entire show, whether it be on stage, hosting & telling mesmerising stories or even backstage, handling the चाय-नाश्ता. 

Forever a Jaipur girl, she carries along the city's charm with her. Growing up in a close-knit, extensive family, she effortlessly brings a family-like vibe to her team too. Having traveled across the country, not only does she have a lot of किस्से कहानियाँ to tell but she tells them in the sweetest way possible (ironically, she never consumes sugar!). She just has a way with words.

Boy does she have an eye for detail. Every aspect, from decor placement to flower orientation, has to be चका-चक. The अटरम शटरम that she has curated over the years blend in with Sandook's aesthetic. This only adds to our belief that Arpita and Once Upon India were meant to be !
 

A trained classical singer, Malini is our digital face and brain who also happens to lead digital at Wishmakers Events. 

A firm believer of systems and process, Malini brings method to our madness by documenting, charting and tracking all goals and tasks (and she does it like a PRO!)

This Delhi girl is all heart for flavourful food, travel stories (you have to listen to them), good music, cult movies, Indian craft, art and textile (she knows every weave that exists)

Once Upon India is her window to magic that this country beholds. If not striking off the elements from her list, Malini will be silently working on the finer details of the decor, setting the table the perfect way, greeting the guests with her infectious smile and enjoying the songs, dancing all the way!

A music lover, a violinist, Shiva is a meticulous event planner, spearheading Wishmakers Events for over 15+ years now.

A true Kanpur boy at heart, Shiva can always join you for Chaat, Coffee, Conversations (that will crack you up), and Movies (strictly Bollywood).

Once Upon India is his dream project where he gets to curate and create some magical experiences around music - his way! If not ordering his next cup of Vietnamese coffee, he would be making the team run for that one wrinkle on the backdrop or for that one flower that is not fitting in the vase or he would be sitting right next to the console to get that perfect bass sound.

Shiva is the 'executor' who magically gets things done. Truly the Harry Potter of the trio.

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If you’ve spent an evening with us, the lovely girl making you feel at home as you enter is our Gauri!

Our South Delhi soul who does it all - from managing our guests, to the digital production of content, to making sure everyone is always on track, the list goes on. 
 

The warmth with which she decorates every set up and ensures everything is in place, her sincerity towards attention to detail is truly amazing. Always on the move (probably ticking off the 12564th task of the evening), you will always spot a smile on her face!

When at ease, you can spot her in the corner feeding and loving pets, ordering new desserts from her latest finds (Zepto Cafe being the latest one!) and recommending aesthetic places to everyone. She’s the heart behind so much of what we do!

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This DU girl is behind every word you read, from writing captions and messages that bring life to our efforts to quirky little messages that you spot all around our spaces, she is the soul of it all. From heartfelt social media posts to every piece of content on our website, she pours warmth and emotion into each line.

Her words beautifully capture the spirit of Once Upon India, drawing you into our journey in a way that feels personal and authentic. Every word she writes is an invitation for you to be part of the cultural experiences we create.

When she’s not weaving stories, you’ll find her munching on a snack or two, browsing for new dance sessions or simply sitting with a cup of coffee & her new favorite read!

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The colors that bring Once Upon India to life is this creative guy right here! Prateek is the origin of the beautifully crafted look and feel of our brand. From designing the first set of logos to filling colors in our dreams as we take flight, while we might struggle to tell one shade of pink from another (they’re almost the same, right?), he always has the patience to guide us.

A Rajasthani at heart (no wonder he understands culture so deeply), he never fails to amaze us with the little stories he tells through his creations.

But beyond his artistry, he’s also the ultimate prankster! Teasing the newbies while sharing nuggets of his wisdom & always up for the latest gossip, his charm and mischief make this colourmaster truly one of a kind.

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He is the heart of our team. From the flawless sound system to the setup, the unique toys we all love, and even the food you enjoy, everything at the event is carefully arranged by him. When things go off course, he's always the first to step in and make things right.

With Plans A, B, and C in hand, he ensures everything runs smoothly. Before the event kicks off, he’s already working hard behind the scenes, managing vendors and making sure every detail is taken care of.

And when he's not busy at work, you might catch him playfully imitating others, sharing quirky stories from a decade of his event management experience, bringing the much needed light-hearted energy to our team.