A Bittersweet Farewell to Bastian Bandra

On September 4, 2025, Bollywood star Shilpa Shetty announced the closure of her iconic Mumbai restaurant, Bastian Bandra, marking the end of a vibrant chapter in the city’s nightlife. In an emotional Instagram post, she described the venue as a cornerstone of Mumbai’s social scene, known for its seafood, artistic decor, and star-studded evenings since its opening in 2016. The announcement stirred nostalgia among fans, who flooded social media with memories of unforgettable nights at the celebrity hotspot. However, the news also sparked confusion, as many initially believed the entire Bastian brand was shutting down.

Clarifying the Closure: Bastian’s Legacy Continues

Amid the online frenzy, Shilpa quickly clarified that Bastian’s story is far from over. In a follow-up video on Instagram, she reassured fans, saying, “No, I am not shutting down Bastian. I promise!” She emphasized that while the Bandra location is closing, the brand will live on through Bastian At The Top, a rooftop venue on the 48th floor of Kohinoor Square in Dadar West. Shilpa urged supporters not to let their love for the restaurant turn “toxic” with rumors, highlighting plans for new ventures, including Ammakai, a South Indian specialty restaurant set to open in the Bandra space by mid-October, and a Bastian Beach Club in Juhu.

Financial Allegations Cast a Shadow

The closure announcement coincided with legal troubles for Shilpa Shetty and her husband, Raj Kundra. The couple faces allegations of defrauding Mumbai businessman Deepak Kothari of over ₹60 crore through their now-defunct company, Best Deal TV Pvt Ltd. Kothari claims the funds, invested between 2015 and 2023 for business expansion, were misused for personal expenses. The case, now under investigation by Mumbai’s Economic Offences Wing (EOW), has drawn significant attention. The couple’s lawyer, Prashant Patil, dismissed the allegations as “baseless,” noting that the matter is a civil dispute already addressed by the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) in October 2024.

Raj Kundra’s Cryptic Social Media Response

As the controversy unfolded, Raj Kundra took to Instagram with enigmatic posts that fueled speculation. Sharing messages like “Fikar Naa Kar, Waheguru Ji Ang Sang Hai” and “Don’t treat people as bad as they are, treat them as good as you are,” he appeared to address the allegations indirectly. Fans linked these posts to both the fraud case and Bastian’s closure, amplifying the online buzz surrounding the couple’s challenges.

A New Chapter for Bastian Hospitality

Despite the legal and emotional turbulence, Shilpa and her business partner, Ranjit Bindra, remain focused on evolving Bastian Hospitality. The brand’s shift to new concepts like Ammakai and Bastian Beach Club signals a bold step forward. For Mumbai’s foodies and nightlife enthusiasts, Bastian’s legacy endures, promising fresh experiences while cherishing the memories of its Bandra days.

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