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Living in New Zealand has allowed me to share my journey through art, music, dance, wellness, and my extensive experience in the events industry. I’ve had the privilege of being featured on various TV channels and receiving media coverage for the major festivals I’ve presented. Below is a glimpse into the work my team and I have been doing.

Press & Interviews

Feature on Anju Desai – Eastern Times – Determined to have stories heard (January 2025)
📰Neighbourhood Stories shares meaningful contributions, building stronger community connections.
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Feature on Anju Desai – Indian Weekender -Diwali 2024 Spectacular Events (October 2024)
📰Auckland’s Diwali 2024, led by Anju Desai, promises a vibrant celebration of art, culture, community, and cuisine at the Aotea Centre this October.
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Feature on Anju Desai – RNZ – Auckland Diwali 2024 Celebration Art Exhibition (October 2024)
📰Anju Desai, curator of the exhibition, aims to give Indian artists in New Zealand a platform to showcase their work at the country’s biggest Indian celebration.
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Feature on Anju Desai – Indian Weekender – Showing Kiwis the Colorful World of Bollywood Parties (May 2024)
📰Anju Desai, the creative force behind Bollywood Party in New Zealand and costume hire for the past 15 years. Brings Kiwi-Indians closer with vibrant Bollywood-themed events, costumes, and cultural experiences.
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Feature on Anju Desai – Indian Weekender – Showcasing Indian Culture at Auckland’s World of Cultures Festival (March 2024)
📰Anju Desai, a passionate businesswoman and wellness presenter, leads the Indian cultural showcase at the World of Cultures festival with workshops on Ayurveda, street food, Bollywood dance, and more.
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Feature on Anju Desai – NZ Geography Magazine – Indian Dance Teacher Bridging Cultures in Auckland (January 2014)
📰Anju Desai teaches Bollywood dance across Auckland, blending traditional Indian movements with contemporary influences to create a vibrant cultural experience for women in New Zealand.
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Feature on Anju Desai – NZ Herald – Passionate Bollywood Dance Teacher in Auckland (August 2012)
📰Anju Desai, a beloved Bollywood dance teacher in Auckland, offers vibrant classes and unforgettable private Bollywood-themed parties.
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Featured Mentions & Recognition

• Cornwall Park: Dancing Under the Tree – Feb 2025
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– A cultural celebration of Bollywood dance at Cornwall Park brings together the community in Auckland.

• Neighbourhood Stories: A podcast by Anju Desai – January 2025 2024
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– Anju Desai is a dedicated community teacher, event presenter, and guest speaker with over 20 years of experience.

• Auckland City Council: Inspiring Diwali Forum – October 2024
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– This forum, presented by Anju Desai with beloved Aucklanders, will spotlight inspiring individuals.

• World on The Runway Fashion Show: At Te Oro presented by Anju– April 2024
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-Anju, as the MC, coordinator, and creative head behind this project, presented at the World of Cultures Festival.

• Hermony of Colours: An Art Exhibition presented by Te Oro – October 2023
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– exclusive art exhibition featuring the vibrant and colourful works of Anju Desai as our Diwali special presentation.

• HER Festvail: A ‘My Story’ speech by Anju Desai – April 2023
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– Anju Desai was the face of the festival, and attendees appreciated her inspiring and resilient story.

Hi there!

It’s wonderful to connect with you here. As we become more aware of our mind-body-soul connection, we seek simple guidelines to understand holistic living. This involves mindful eating, daily mindfulness practices, and working on our manifestations. I was raised in an Ayurvedic holistic lifestyle and know how simplicity can create abundance for the soul and body. Let me help you change simple micro habits to create a soulful life.

With my passions for creativity, art, writing, coaching, and speaking, I’m excited to bring fresh and impressive ideas to your life. Let’s support our community together and bring the best out of them

Thank you for stopping by, and I look forward to catching up soon!

Anju Desai

What Our Clients Say - Wellness

Anju’s wisdom has always surprise me and her personal experience of life are truly remarkable. Her holistic approach to her living inspired me when I hear her talking at the local herb group. I joined for 4 sessions of her holistic coaching and it has been incredibly inspiring. I was amazed by how a few simple tweaks, transformed my daily life. It’s like I unlocked a new level of well-being with completely different mindset.

Thank you very much Anju.

With love.

Booking a holistic coaching session with Anju was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. Her deep understanding about spices and knowledge about clean everyday living was insightful. She really have genuine care for her clients which shine through in every session.

The changes she recommended have made difference in my life. Feeling grateful with the blessings I have.

Thank you.

We invited Anju for our public speaking session talking about holistic health and changing habits for a better mind and body. The simple things she told us we never thought about them. Such as turmeric coffee is really wrong and how much importance journaling has in your life. Most of us ended up adding a few things here and there in our lives and are truly delighted with the result. I highly recommend Anju as her aura will delight you.

Thank you and our group wishes you all the best for your future venture.