Gayatri Nishtala

Gayatri Nishtala

I run Mahinava Events out of Whitefield, Bangalore. Floral and traditional South Indian ceremony decor is my favourite work, but I also do birthdays, themes, and balloon setups.

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Gayatri Nishtala

Gayatri Nishtala

My Story

Hi, I'm Gayatri, the founder of Mahinava Events (since 2018). Events run in my family - my father was in this business before me, and I've carried that legacy into my own work. Born and raised in Bangalore, I'm that person who loves a stylish party but will still drag my husband for a temple date. 'Temple date ki veldamaa?' is my go-to. I do all kinds of decor, but my real love is floral and traditional ceremonies - Seemantham, Gruha Pravesh, Satyanarayan pooja. That's where I put my best work.

My Work

What I Decorate - Traditional South Indian ceremonies (Seemantham, Gruha Pravesh, Half-Saree, Pellikoduku, Upanayanam, poojas), themed birthdays for all ages, and intimate wedding functions.

Where I'm Strongest - Floral and traditional work at the 25,000+ range - banana leaf backdrops, marigold and tuberose, brass lamps, fresh-flower stages. This is the work I love most.

How I Work - Honest about what will look good and what won't. If your idea won't work, I'll tell you. If it will, I'll make it happen.

My Quote, My Quote - I price fairly and I don't negotiate down. I'd rather walk away than do half-hearted work at a lower price.

Where I Work - Whitefield-based, 10km free travel. For 20,000+ jobs I cover anywhere in Bangalore. No destination work outside the city.

Languages I Speak - English, Hindi, Kannada, Telugu. Comfortable with all four, so most Bangalore families can chat with me in whatever feels easiest.

What's Not Included - I focus on decor. Photography, catering and party activities I leave to specialists - mytribe will route those separately.