Dressed In Red And Gold Elegance, Shalini Passi Visits Tirupati On Her Birthday
Shalini Passi welcomed her 49th year with a blend of style and spirituality, choosing to celebrate her birthday in the sacred hills of Tirumala. The Delhi-based art patron offered a glimpse into her day through a serene photodump from her visit to the Tirupati Balaji Temple.
The images captured moments of quiet devotion, glowing aartis, and temple grounds soaked in divine energy. Sharing the pictures, Shalini Passi wrote, 'Taking blessings from Tirupati Balaji on my birthday, surrounded by the serene beauty of the Tirumala Hills."
Take a look at the pictures here.
For the special occasion, Shalini turned to traditional glamour with a deeply symbolic palette of red and gold. She opted for a saree from Ekaya. Rich in crimson hues, the saree was woven with a gleaming golden border and delicate crane and dove motifs. The matching blouse elevated the coordinated ensemble with quiet luxury.
To complete the look, she carried a pink potli bag embellished with golden details and accessorised with a statement gold choker and heavy jhumkas. Her hair, styled in her signature ponytail, balanced structure with softness.
Tirupati Balaji Temple isn't just a destination, it's a recurring spiritual anchor in Shalini's life. Located in Andhra Pradesh's Tirumala hills, the temple is dedicated to Lord Venkateswara, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu. This wasn't her first visit. She last took part in the temple's sacred ritual of offering hair in 2018. She's since avoided intensive styling or chemical treatments, respecting the spiritual significance tied to her hair journey.
While many now recognise her from Fabulous Lives vs Bollywood Wives, Shalini Passi is a well-established name in India's art and design circles. Based in Delhi, she has long championed contemporary Indian art and is often seen at the intersection of fashion and philanthropy. Married to businessman Sanjay Passi since the late 1990s, she continues to bridge the worlds of heritage, glamour, and creativity.
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