New Delhi, May 2025: Penguin Random House India announces the acquisition of renowned aesthete and cultural curator Shalini Passi’s debut, currently untitled, book which is a bold, unapologetic, and deeply personal narrative that blends memoir and manifesto to deliver a powerful message: live life on your own terms. Slated for release in 2026 under the Ebury Press imprint, the bookhighlights the moments that shaped Shalini Passi’s life and the principles that continue to guide her. The book was acquired from Preeti Chaturvedi of The Sunflower Seeds, a brand and literary consulting company.
Sharing her journey with the book, author Shalini Passi says, ‘Who says you can’t be glamorous and game-changing? My book is my love letter to fabulous, fearless living — with heels on, heart open, and art everywhere. And I am truly grateful that I found the right partners in this journey. A big thank you to Preeti Chaturvedi and The Sunflower Seeds who believed in the power of this idea and also to my publishers- Penguin Random House India who are committed to creating impact through this book.’
Milee Ashwarya, Publisher and Senior VP, Adult Publishing Group, PRH India, says, ‘Shalini Passi is bold, fearless, and has always lived life on her own terms. Inspirational, practical and irreverent, this book will be a ready reckoner for anyone who wants to make the most of life’s opportunities and stay happy.’
From her early life to her emergence as a key figure in India’s contemporary art and design landscape, the book charts a path of bold choices, boundary-breaking ideas, and an unwavering belief in living life on one’s own terms.
About the Author
Shalini Passi is a Delhi-based art collector, artist, philanthropist, and patron of art, design, and fashion. Founder of the Shalini Passi Art Foundation and the digital platform MASH, she is known for championing the intersection of art, craft, architecture, and fashion in contemporary culture. A long-standing member of the Khoj Studios Advisory Board and a committed patron of the Kochi-Muziris Biennale, Passi has played a pivotal role in nurturing emerging talent through initiatives like the Young and Emerging Artists’ Award.
In 2023, she was appointed a UNICEF Champion for Children, furthering her commitment to advocacy and child development. Through projects like the MASH Ball, she has raised vital support for Art-Based Therapy and Early Childhood Development programs. Known for donating 100% of her proceeds—from television appearances to brand collaborations—toward charitable causes, her philanthropic ethos is deeply woven into her creative journey.
Passi made her television debut on Netflix’s Fabulous Lives vs. Bollywood Wives, which went on to win Best Reality/Non-Scripted Series at the 2025 IIFA Awards. Widely recognized for her cultural impact, she has received accolades such as NDTV Indian of the Year – Breakthrough Celebrity, the Devi Award by The New Indian Express, and HerZindagi’s Style, Substance & Impact Award. A sought-after speaker, she has been invited to share her journey and insights at leading platforms including FICCI FLO, EO/YPO, and YFLO chapters across India.
