Maharashtra Coastal Zone Management Authority (MCZMA) recently discussed an application filed by Gauri Khan, wife of Bollywood superstar Shahrukh Khan, seeking approval to add two additional floors to their iconic sea-facing bungalow, Mannat, located in Mumbai’s Bandra area.
On December 11, a committee headed by Pravin Darade, the Principal Secretary (Environment), reviewed the proposal. Officials confirmed that the plan to extend the six-storey annexe behind Mannat, which includes two basements, a ground floor, and six levels, was tabled during the meeting. The application, first submitted on November 9, aims to add a seventh and eighth floor to the annexe, expanding the built-up area by 616.02 square meters.
“The proposal is part of a routine process to increase the area of the bungalow. We have provided our feedback, and the proposal will be revisited in the next meeting after the necessary information is received from Khan’s consultant,” said a senior MCZMA official, speaking on condition of anonymity.
The expansion project is estimated to cost ₹25 crore. The property, which dates back to 1914, is a Grade III heritage building, but the annexe is a modern addition. The mansion stands on a 2,091.38 square meter plot and is renowned for its unobstructed view of the Arabian Sea, situated in the upscale area of Bandra Bandstand, surrounded by high-end locales like Carter Road and Pali Hill. Luxury apartments in the area are known to sell for ₹1.50 lakh per square foot.
This latest proposal to expand Mannat comes after the 2019 amendment to the Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) rules, allowing for the Transfer of Development Rights and increased Floor Space Index (FSI) in certain areas, including those in the CRZ. This change has made it possible for property owners in such zones to extend their buildings further.
Mannat, originally a colonial-era bungalow, was bought by Shahrukh Khan and Gauri Khan when the couple had limited resources. In a 2023 interview during the launch of Gauri’s coffee table book, Shahrukh Khan reminisced about the struggles they faced while purchasing and furnishing the property. “It was way beyond our budget. But we managed to buy it, which was worth it. The house was quite debilitated, broken, and we didn’t have the money to furnish it,” he said. Despite initial financial challenges, the Khans transformed the property into one of Mumbai’s most iconic homes.
As of now, the proposal is in the early stages of review, with more discussions and feedback expected before any final decisions are made. The added floors, if approved, will enhance the grandeur of Mannat, further solidifying it as a landmark of luxury in Mumbai’s real estate landscape.
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