175 artworks, 75 artists: HeartWorks debuts in Mumbai as art-driven charity initiative

Curated by Satyajit Dave and presented in partnership with IRAM Art and IF.BE, HeartWorks positions itself as a “circle of giving”, where artists donate a part of their work, patrons contribute through acquisition, and NGOs translate the funds into on-ground impact. Organisers describe this first edition as the launch of a long-term movement that blends creative freedom with purposeful philanthropy.

Among the highlights of the exhibition is the India debut of New Dawn II, an interactive art experience by Mumbai-based Howareyoufeeling.studio founders Doyel Joshi and Neil Ghose Balser, created in collaboration with Grammy-nominated musician Anoushka Shankar. The immersive work adds a multisensory dimension to the exhibition, encouraging reflection and emotional engagement alongside visual art.

For Sheth-Kapadia, HeartWorks began as a deeply personal idea. “For my 50th birthday, I wanted to find a powerful way of giving back,” she said. “Seeing this first edition come alive has shown me how generous the world can be when we create with purpose.”

Co-founder Rachana Darda echoed the sentiment, describing HeartWorks as “not just a fundraiser, but an offering, an invitation to be part of something bigger than ourselves.” Shilpa Bhagat added that the initiative reflects a shared commitment to empathy and tangible change, particularly for women-led organisations.

On January 16 and 17, 12 pm to 7 pm at IF.BE, Ballard Estate