Manish Mandhana's office a galore of souvenirs

Manish Mandhana has an enviable personal office in Parel. Being in the garment export business and the sole licensee of Salman Khan’s Being Human brand, he has travelled to around 60 countries. His office is full of mementos and souvenirs he has collected during his extensive travels.

Damsel in a Cage

“I picked up this caged mannequin from a boutique in Paris. Being in the garment business, it’s an ideal fit in my office.”

Friends Forever

“My pet red-eared sliders, Tiffy and Taffy, have been with me for a decade now. I love petting them and watching them play during the day.”

Light Of My Life

“This unique lampshade is special. It was gifted to me by an exemployee.”

Guardian Angels

“I have been told that angels should be gifted to bring you good luck, but I can’t resist buying a pretty one when I see it. I love them and I feel they have a calming effect on me.

The Happy Family

“A gift from a friend, these flexible models depict a happy family and rest comfortably on a table.”
Papa Dearest

“I am sentimental about this one. My kids wrote this message around five years ago and I have kept it like that.”

My Lucky Charm

“A Hamsa is a palm-shaped amulet that is believed to protect against the ‘evil eye’. This particular piece, which I bought in Israel, has crystal fillings. “

The Money Eater

“This was used in restaurants to collect tips. You place the tip on the palm of this metal man and then press the lever on the side. It immediately pops the money inside its mouth. I picked up this antique piece in Colaba a few years ago. I bought it for a few hundred rupees.”

Best left Unread

“This is a gift from a friend. The pages have been creatively folded. You can unfold the pages and actually read the book, but I don’t have the heart to undo the origami.”