Renowned choreographer and filmmaker Farah Khan has opened the doors to her sprawling residence, offering an intimate look at her living space and a massive collection of designer handbags. Situated inside the Oberoi Sky Heights complex in Mumbai's Lokhandwala neighbourhood, the multi-level penthouse spans three storeys and features seven expansive bedrooms, a private swimming pool, and sweeping vistas overlooking Versova beach.
The entrance introduces visitors directly to a private elevator opening into the primary living lounge. This expansive space follows a minimalist design philosophy, pairing warm wooden flooring with a statement red sofa. Adding a serene accent to the corner, a display side table holds multiple Buddha sculptures, keeping the overall layout open, uncluttered, and grounded.
Functional Workspace and Classic Kitchen Layout
Progressing further into the house reveals a secondary lounging section marked by a clean white sofa resting on a rich red carpet. Directly across sits a neutral beige couch styled with vibrant yellow cushions. Positioned right beside this seating space is Farah's dedicated home workspace, which showcases a display wall filled with the industry awards she has accumulated across decades.
Her kitchen relies on a crisp monochrome aesthetic, highlighted by all-white cabinets, dark black countertops, and a full-size double-door refrigerator. This functional culinary space is well known among her peers, serving as the spot where she regularly cooks her signature roast chicken and traditional yakhni pulao.
Warm Tones in the Renovated Master Suite
The primary bedroom stands out as a newly renovated sanctuary within the home. The room features dark brown flooring balanced against walnut-toned walls, creating an inviting, earth-toned atmosphere.
To demarcate the sleeping quarters from the attached balcony without blocking natural light, a floor-to-ceiling sliding glass partition has been installed. The bedroom also incorporates a dedicated styling area, equipped with a vanity mirror and abundant storage drawers tailored for cosmetics and daily grooming.
The Designer Handbag Archive from Karan Johar
A key highlight of the walkthrough was Farah's high-end handbag closet. Interestingly, the bulk of these luxury pieces were gifts from her longtime friend and collaborator Karan Johar. The collection boasts premier pieces from fashion houses including Louis Vuitton, Dior, Gucci, Roberto Cavalli, Bottega Veneta, Miu Miu, and Saint Laurent.
While showing off the pieces, Farah linked each bag to a specific cinematic memory or personal milestone. She noted that certain bags arrived as birthday presents, while others served as tokens of gratitude for her choreography on films such as Ae Dil Hai Mushkil and Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani.
Choreography Without Invoices
Addressing the lavish gifts, Karan Johar clarified the generous arrangement behind them. He explained that Farah has consistently refused to charge him any commercial fees for choreographing dance sequences in his directorial ventures. Presenting her with luxury bags became his chosen gesture to express gratitude for her creative contributions.
Riddhima Kapoor Sahni's High-End Decorative Piece
Beyond fashion accessories, another showpiece that grabbed attention was an exquisite Hermès Mosaique au 24 gold tart platter. The presence of the French luxury label surprised Karan Johar during the tour, prompting Farah to share that the collector's item was actually a gift from Riddhima Kapoor Sahni. This walkthrough comes shortly after Farah made headlines regarding a viral conversation with her cook Dilip, where she cautioned the public against jumping to hasty conclusions.
