Quick Info
| Profession | Socialite |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 31/07/1969 |
| Age | 56 years (died on 28, Mar, 2026) |
| Birthplace | Mumbai, India |
| Date of Death | 28/03/2026 |
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Bio/Wiki
| Real name/Full name | Sheetal Atulya Mafatlal |
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| Known for | Indian entrepreneur and luxury retail pioneer; introduced first Valentino store to India; founder of Mafatlal Luxury consultancy |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 170 cm (5' 7") |
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| Weight | 55 kg (121 lbs) |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Figure Measurements | 36 - 24 - 36 |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Maneckji Cooper Education Trust School, Mumbai |
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| College/University | Harvard University, Boston |
| Education Qualification | Degrees in Finance and Law |
Personal Life
| Address | 38, Pali Hill, in Bandra, Mumbai |
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| Father's Business | Nirlon Group (fabric manufacturer) |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Widow |
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| Marriage Date | 25 February 2000 |
| Marriage Place | Hotel President's Casa Mexicana |
| Spouse | Atulya Mafatlal (deceased 2022) |
Family
| Husband | Atulya Mafatlal | ||||
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| Parents |
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| Siblings | Poonam Bhagat |
Career
| Known for | Being the wife of the late Indian Businessman Atulya Mafatlal |
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| Title | India's Fashion Retail Pioneer |
| Key Achievements | Introduced first Valentino store to India; founded Mafatlal Luxury in January 2004; served as President of Mafatlal Luxury and Managing Director of Mafatlal Interiors & Kitchen (2003-2005); introduced Corian to Indian market; launched Mafatlal Luxe in London |
| Recognition | Featured on Time Magazine cover as one of India's luxury dealmakers (September 2006); labeled 'Luxury's New Lotus' by Time Magazine |
Favourites
| Movie | Gone with the Wind (1939) |
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| Food | Gujarati Thali |
| Holiday destination | The French Riviera and the Swiss Alps |
| Web series | Dynasty |
| Hindi word | Khalaas! |
| Quote | What Karl Lagerfeld famously once said: 'Sweatpants are a sign of defeat… You lost control of your life, so you bought sweatpants.' |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Sheetal Mafatlal is a notable Indian entrepreneur with a strong social media presence. | |
| 2. Initially involved in her family's business, she later married Atulaya Mafatlal in 2000. | |
| 3. She is credited with bringing the first Valentino store to India. | |
| 4. She established 'Mafatlal Luxury,' a consultancy specializing in luxury brands. | |
| 5. In 2007, she was recognized as one of India’s top 100 entrepreneurs. | |
| 6. Since January 2016, she has been actively volunteering with the Akshaya Patra Foundation. | |
| 7. In 2018, she appeared at a fashion show event by Manish Malhotra in Mumbai, making a rare public appearance. | |
| 8. She founded Mafatlal Luxury in January 2004 as an international luxury brand consultancy. | |
| 9. She served as President of Mafatlal Luxury and Managing Director of Mafatlal Interiors & Kitchen from 2003 to 2005. | |
| 10. She introduced Corian to the Indian market during her time at Mafatlal Home Products Ltd. | |
| 11. She was featured on the cover of Time Magazine as one of India’s luxury dealmakers. | |
| 12. She has spoken at international forums including the Altagamma Foundation in Italy and the Milan Fashion Global Summit. | |
| 13. She convinced Donatella Versace to create the first Indian lengha garment by Versace, a bespoke traditional yet modern design. | |
| 14. She supports philanthropic causes including the Elephant Family and British Asian Trust, continuing her late father's legacy of social and economic empowerment. | |
| 15. She is known for creating original personal style rather than drawing inspiration from runways or magazines. |