Bollywood actress Diana Penty recently opened the doors of her 100-year-old ancestral home in South Mumbai to filmmaker-choreographer Farah Khan. The colonial-style residence, once belonging to Diana’s great-grandfather, reflects a blend of Parsi architectural influence and old-world European charm.

The two-story property has been lovingly preserved over four generations, with original wooden furniture, high ceilings, and expansive floor-to-ceiling windows that leave visitors awestruck.

 

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When Farah noticed the pink sofas, floral cushions, and vintage lamps, she said, “Everything is so pretty… just like you.” A curious centerpiece in the living room caught her attention, and she asked, “Please tell me, what is this merry-go-round-like thing in the middle?” Diana laughed, “It’s been here since I was a child! Someone gave it to my grandfather or great-grandfather. I heard it might have come from a World War II ship.”

Step Back in Time

Farah Khan, accompanied by her longtime cook Dilip, jokingly compared the home to a “huge Buckingham Palace” upon arrival. She marveled at the vintage décor, pastel furniture, floral cushions, and antique lamps. Diana revealed that she lives upstairs while her mother and family reside on the ground floor.

The house, with its terrace garden and leafy verandah, offers a rare glimpse of Mumbai’s heritage homes, contrasting sharply with the city’s modern high-rises.

Diana Penty, who greeted Farah with a warm hug, smiled when asked if the entire space belonged to her. “Upstairs is me and downstairs is we,” she said, referring to her mother and family who live on the ground floor. She added, “We’re going to mom’s because mom has the proper kitchen.”

While exploring the living area, Farah spotted a carved wooden table with an attached mirror and asked how old it was. Diana’s mother replied, “Over 100 years old.” Farah laughed, saying, “This is over 100 years old, still older than me! I’m so happy to be in a place where things are older than me.”

Timeless Treasures

During the tour, Farah was captivated by heirloom pieces, including a carved wooden table with an attached mirror, which Diana’s mother confirmed is over 100 years old. “I am the fourth generation living here,” she said. She also mentioned that the property includes a farm outside the city. Farah responded, “How lovely! I feel like I’ve come somewhere else. This doesn’t feel like Mumbai at all.”

A whimsical centerpiece in the living room, described as a merry-go-round, reportedly belonged to Diana’s grandfather or great-grandfather and may have originated from a World War II ship. “I’m so happy to be in a place where things are older than me,” Farah quipped, highlighting the house’s rich history.

Modern-Day Marvels Amid Heritage Charm

Diana also showcased the home’s functional spaces, noting that her mother’s kitchen is the proper heart of the household. The property even includes a farm outside the city, emphasizing the family’s deep-rooted connection to the space.

Farah compared the living room’s size to Shah Rukh Khan’s Mannat, joking that even a Lokhandwala dance studio isn’t this spacious. Diana responded playfully, welcoming the idea of hosting SRK in her ancestral abode.

A Living Legacy

Diana Penty’s ancestral home is more than an architectural marvel, it embodies her family’s legacy and Mumbai’s bygone era. With its timeless elegance, vintage furniture, and stories embedded in every corner, the residence offers a rare and intimate glimpse into the life of one of Bollywood’s contemporary stars, all while preserving a century-old cultural and familial heritage.