Sabiha Fathima
Imagine the electric buzz of Hyderabad's Charminar under the Ramzan moon—late-night shopping sprees, sizzling haleem aromas wafting through crowded lanes, families feasting till sehri, and that unmistakable festive glow.
Now, picture that same raunaq exploding onto Bengaluru's streets for the very first time. Recently at Palace Grounds' Gayatri Vihar, Dawat-e-Ramzan transforms the city into a non-stop Ramzan wonderland, open from iftar straight through to sehri.
The spark came from Subiya Roshan Baig, who, after marrying into a Hyderabadi family, fell in love with those endless Charminar nights.
She missed the late-night entertainment, the joy of Frazer Town's old Ramzan mela (parking chaos and all), and craved that same vibe here. As she put it passionately: "Wanted to enjoy late-night entertainment even in Ramzan... Yeh raunaq Bengaluru me laani chahiye"—this vibrancy must come to Bengaluru.”
People in Bengaluru enjoying themselves in the Ramzan fest
Subiya teamed up with her sister, Shaista Roshan and brother Ruman Baig to bring it to life, drawing backend support from the Hyderabad team. The idea gained rocket fuel from Anam Mirza, the powerhouse behind successful Dawat-e-Ramzan editions and a respected name in fashion and events.
Subiya recalls how Anam saw the potential instantly, feeling it would be a massive hit in Bengaluru. Anam, with her established brand appeal, pitched the perfect brand ambassador: the ever-charismatic Farah Khan, paired with her beloved cook and viral sensation Dilip.
Farah and Dilip—famous for their fun, food-filled vlogs where Dilip's hilarious antics steal the show—perfectly embody celebration through cuisine and culture. Anam believed this duo would extend the event's reach, bringing Bollywood sparkle and relatable charm to draw crowds.
The result was a dazzling, family-friendly extravaganza with over 150 stalls bursting with treasures. Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, and local Bengaluru vendors offer unstitched Pakistani suits from ₹1199, organza dresses, Italian silks up to ₹7500, hand-worked party wear from ₹3999, and everyday outfits starting at ₹1999.
People moving around a replica of Charminar at the Ramzan fest in Bengaluru
Shaista Roshan highlights the Hyderabad-inspired fashion gems: "Hyderabad ka khada dupatta, pearls, Lad Bazaar bangles, pearl jewellery, accessories, clothes, semi-stitched, Dubai collections on Pakistani well-curated stuff, jutis, clutches." Unisex perfumes in 50ml for ₹899, chemical-free herbal skincare like Moroccan Nila powder and Argan oil, and more await.
For the soul, a standout immersive experience: a 20-minute show featuring Mufti Menk, using his recorded voice specially created for Dawat-e-Ramzan Hyderabad—now adapted for Bengaluru. Step into a dark-room 360-degree setup that transports you into a deeply reflective, faith-filled journey with "Allah's Plan," touching hearts and strengthening connections.
Vendors pay ₹25,000–₹35,000 for the three days, gaining a high-footfall platform amplified by massive advertising. Subiya explains,"Yeh un vendors ki apni rozi roti hai, hum bas ek platform de rahe hain.With huge footfall by huge advertising, also one stop solution for the consumers as well."
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