Kamathipura is often viewed as Mumbai’s underbelly, left out of discussions and celebrations of the vibrant culture of the city. A cultural stroll through the winding lanes of the red-light district, organised for INTACH-Mumbai by Zoya Kathawala, aims to alter this perception. “Gang wars, illicit sale of alcohol, and crime. The mention of Kamathipura usually evokes a mental image of these elements. And there’s no denying that the area dealt with these at some point in time. But there existed a parallel narrative that often goes unnoticed,” Kathawala, shares.

Zoya Kathawala