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VENICE, MAY 10, 2026

Isha Ambani, joined by her mother Nita Ambani, hosted the inaugural NMACC (Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre) dinner in Venice on the occasion of the opening of the India Pavilion at the 61st International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia.

Set within the historic Scuola Grande della Misericordia, the evening brought together leading voices from the global art, culture and fashion world. What began as a celebration of the India Pavilion unfolded into a memorable conversation between cultures — bridging heritage and contemporary expression of the past and present.

The evening stood as a heartfelt tribute to artists, Indian craftsmanship, and audiences who continue to keep creativity alive across generations and geographies.

A vision long cherished by Nita Ambani — that India’s creative expressions should be spotlighted on the world’s greatest stages — came alive in a remarkable manner during the event.

At the inaugural NMACC dinner in Venice, Isha Ambani paid tribute to her mother, describing Nita Ambani as “a classical Indian dancer, teacher, and educator,” whose vision led to the founding of the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre as she returned to her deepest roots.

Addressing a distinguished gathering of artists and cultural leaders from around the world, Isha Ambani expressed gratitude for their presence and for the shared spirit that brought the India Pavilion to life at the 61st Venice Biennale.

Reflecting on India’s evolving cultural dialogue with the world during the opening of the National Pavilion of India at the prestigious international exhibition, she acknowledged her mother’s enduring commitment to the arts, which continues to shape NMACC’s mission of taking the best of India to the world and bringing the best of the world to India.

Speaking about India as “an idea of home,” Isha Ambani shared her hope for “a long conversation between India and Venice, one that our ancestors would be proud of and our children will inherit.”

The elegant evening celebrated art, honoured friendship, and strengthened a cultural conversation between India and the world that has only just begun.

Visitors can experience the National Pavilion of India — Geographies of Distance: Remembering Home, curated by Amin Jaffer, at the Arsenale di Venezia.