Bengaluru, Oct 05: M5 Ecity Mall, Electronic City, Bengaluru, hosted HER Bazaar, a three-day initiative held from September 18th to 20th with a vision to embrace, empower and create opportunities for women entrepreneurs. The initiative was designed to provide a platform for women across different stages of entrepreneurship—from emerging homegrown businesses and independent creators to more established women-led ventures—to showcase their products, connect with a wider audience and build visibility.

More than just a marketplace, HER Bazaar was envisioned by M5 Ecity Mall as a platform to celebrate the entrepreneurial spirit of women and create meaningful opportunities for them to grow, connect and be discovered by the larger community. The initiative brought together women entrepreneurs, artists, creators and professionals across diverse categories, creating a space where entrepreneurship, creativity, wellness and community came together.

Celebrating Women-Led Businesses

As part of HER Bazaar, 14 women-led businesses showcased their products and stories across fashion, food, handicrafts, art and lifestyle categories. The initiative gave shoppers an opportunity to discover homegrown brands while providing participating entrepreneurs with a platform to engage directly with a larger audience.

The participating entrepreneurs and their brands included:

• Mrs. Hema – Homemade Chocolate 

• Ms. Alyssa Chandrasekhar – Homemade Coconut Oil 

• Mrs. Vidya Rani – Channapatna Toys and Décor

• Mrs. Shashanka – Boba Shakes and Mojitos

• Mrs. Liz Maria James – Customised Stickers 

• Mrs. Raina – Handcrafted Rugs 

• Mrs. Razia – Handmade Customised Accessories

• Mrs. Jusha – Handcrafted Bags

• Mrs. Sindhu – Handcrafted Crochet and Korean-Inspired Winter Wear

• Mrs. Reshma – Hand Painted Jaipuri Kurtis

• Mrs. Pooja Sharma – Homemade Gluten Free Deseret 

• Mrs. Smita – Hand Embroider – Lucknowi Chikankari

• Mrs. Suba – Kolkata Hand Painted - Woven Sarees

• Ms. Praadhi – Ethnic Everyday Wear

Together, these women-led businesses reflected the diversity of entrepreneurial journeys—from handmade products and traditional crafts to food, fashion and contemporary lifestyle offerings.

Beyond the Bazaar – Experiences That Celebrated Women

Extending beyond the marketplace, HER Bazaar featured a series of curated experiences across the three days, bringing together creativity, wellness, self-expression and inspiring women's voices.

An interactive makeup demonstration by Mrs. Noor Ul Huda of Brand Huda, a makeup artist, trainer and entrepreneur based in Bangalore, highlighted creativity, confidence and inclusivity through beauty.

The “Maa Aur Main - Khel Se Dil Tak, Rang Se Sang Tak” play therapy session conducted by Dr. Shraddha Prashad Kale, an Indian art-based psychologist and play and art therapy practitioner, encouraged emotional connection and expression through creative play.

The final day featured a special appearance by a.)Chief Guest Dr. Asha, Founder and Director of Asha The Hope, a mental health advocate and changemaker. b.) A therapeutic Mandala workshop by Dr. Zia Chauhan, an art-based psychotherapist and grapho-therapist, focused on mindfulness and creative self-expression. 

Creating Opportunities Through Community

“HER DAY & HER BAZAR is a community – first initiative designed to create a meaningful experience for women beyond shopping” Mr. Rajesh Naidu, Centre Director, M5 Ecity Mall explains, “With HER DAY & HER BAZAR, our vision was to create more than just a campaign. We wanted to build a community where women from different walks of life could come together, showcase their talent, pursue their entrepreneurial journeys and find opportunities to connect with a larger audience. HER Bazaar is a step towards that vision, providing women entrepreneurs with a platform to showcase their businesses while creating a space for the wider community to discover, engage with and support women-led ventures. We hope to continue nurturing this community and create more such opportunities for women at M5 Ecity Mall.”

Through HER Bazaar, M5 Ecity Mall took this vision forward by bringing together women entrepreneurs across diverse categories and business stages, giving them an opportunity to gain visibility, engage with consumers and become part of a growing women-led community.

The initiative reflects M5 Ecity Mall commitment to creating spaces that go beyond shopping and entertainment—spaces that foster entrepreneurship, connection, creativity and community.