--- title: "Behind the Scenes of Aaliya Afreen’s Mehendi Artistry in Mumbai" description: "See the real hustle behind Aaliya Afreen’s professional mehendi services in Mumbai. Discover how this expert mehendi artist creates stunning bridal henna." canonical: https://mytribe.in/mehendiby_aaliyaafreen/influencer-marketing-content-creation/real-talk-behind-the-scenes last_updated: 2025-09-28 --- # Behind The Scenes with Aaliya Afreen Tribe Verified · Trusted by 28,000+ local Mumbai followers By [Aaliya Afreen](https://mytribe.in/mehendiby_aaliyaafreen) · Available online and across Mumbai · ₹2,500 per reel (estimate) Part of [Influencer Marketing & Content Creation](https://mytribe.in/mehendiby_aaliyaafreen/influencer-marketing-content-creation). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/mehendiby_aaliyaafreen/influencer-marketing-content-creation/gallery) Mehendi artistry is more than just photos. It is about the early starts, the travel across Mumbai, and the dedication behind every bridal design. ## Photos and videos - [Video: The struggle of a mehendi artist is real. This vlog documents the time my team and I had to climb 15 floors to get to a bridal appointment because the lift was broken. It was exhausting, but the order had to be done!](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/48d08283-72f0-49f3-adb4-44bf35a4096f) - [Video: This is some peak Memoni content right here. This reel captures the funny and relatable conversations that happen with clients, from asking for a fuller design to questioning if the color will be dark enough.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/13126766-cc38-445e-9076-40d298f9d031) - [Video: A different point of view: the henna artist becomes the client. This vlog shows me getting my own mehendi done by one of my favorite artists, Nazia. It's a fun look at what it's like to be on the other side.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e3d3845e-1822-4f35-add3-9bd1eb1742a2) - [Video: A relatable meme for all my fellow henna artists out there. This funny reel captures the feeling when a client says they could have done a better job themselves. Thankfully, this has never actually happened to me!](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/dddc99da-1d85-452b-acff-9c2189bc9cfb) - [Video: Feeling so grateful for this amazing three-year journey. This reel is a camera roll dump, showing the richness of experiences and connections I've made along the way. Alhamdulillah for everything.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/87b17d03-a4a1-4a36-a142-ce2737da09cd) - [Video: This Eid, we decided to spread a little sweetness and kindness. This reel shows us distributing treats at Haji Abdul Rehman Shah Baba Dargah, because we believe that blessings grow when you give from the heart.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3a1cfb21-fc59-4fbd-b174-69033ba391ab) ## About Real Talk & Behind The Scenes You might see the perfect bridal mehendi photos, but you don't see the 15-floor climb to get there when the building lift is broken. I believe in showing the real side of my work, from the physical hustle to the last-minute bridal emergencies. When you book me, you are getting an artist who treats your big day like family, not just another project on the calendar. Being a mehendi artist in Mumbai isn't all glam. There are long hours, neck and back pain from leaning over, and the constant travel across the city. I share these behind-the-scenes moments because I want you to know the person behind the henna cone. Whether it's a 7:00 AM start or navigating a tricky staircase to reach a bride, I do it to make sure your henna turns out perfect. My work ranges from traditional bridal patterns to trendy, minimal, and Pakistani-style henna designs. I make my own henna cones, which means the quality and the deep maroon stain are under my control. It is my way of giving you the best experience possible. From distributing treats at the Dargah to managing client expectations, I am proud of the community I have built. I am not just here to apply mehendi; I am here to be a part of your wedding excitement. If you want an artist who is honest about her process, works hard for that perfect color, and loves her craft, let's connect. ## About Aaliya Afreen I am Aaliya Afreen, a Bhendi Bazar-based artist who treats henna as therapy. I believe in being 100% real with my clients, no filters, just the hustle and the art. When I am not creating intricate designs, I am probably vlogging the madness of my day-to-day life. 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