The city of dreams sparkled a little brighter as the Lighthouse Summit & Awards 2025 unfolded in all its glory at the resplendent Infinity Ballroom, Fairmont Mumbai. It was an evening where visionaries met trailblazers, where travel, tourism, and hospitality’s finest walked the red carpet, and where the energy of celebration blended seamlessly with the elegance of Mumbai’s most glamorous stage.
Co-hosted by Dome Entertainment, Hospitality Horizon, and Fairmont Mumbai, the night celebrated the brightest stars of the industry—leaders, legends, and innovators whose work continues to define and inspire the global travel and hospitality landscape. Months of creative planning culminated in a spectacle of immersive sponsor showcases, dazzling laser shows, and world-class performances, setting the tone for a night that was as seamless as it was sensational.
The awards glittered with recognition: Vikram Oberoi as Hotelier of the Year, Dr. Ajit B. Kerkar with the prestigious Drona Lifetime Achievement Award, Anuraag Bhatnagar in the Hall of Fame, Sabbas Joseph as MICE & Events Trailblazer, Madhavan Menon as Tourism Trailblazer, Zubin Saxena as Hospitality Trailblazer, Rikant Pitti as Travel Trailblazer, Shantanu Mehrotra of Indian Accent with the Guiding Light Award for Chef, and Nidhi Verma of Accor with the Hands of Hospitality Award. Adding to the sparkle, Australia, Emirates, and the Saudi Tourism Authority received global accolades, while Maharashtra and Kerala proudly stood tall as India’s tourism storytellers.
And what better stage than Fairmont Mumbai—the city’s newest icon of luxury. With its sweeping Art Deco elegance, 446 rooms, and show-stopping venues including the Infinity Ballroom and The Vantage rooftop, the hotel set the perfect backdrop for an event that redefined grandeur. Guests indulged in a feast of experiences—Indo-French creations at Madeleine de Proust, Gatsby-inspired cocktails at The Hedonist, vibrant culinary theatre at The Merchants, and fiery flavours at Oryn. The Fairmont Spa & Longevity and Fairmont Fit showcased a new benchmark in wellness, reminding guests that luxury is also about balance, rejuvenation, and mindful living.
The glitterati quotient rose even higher as the night seamlessly transitioned into a star-studded birthday celebration for entrepreneur Mohomed Morani. With celebrities, industry veterans, and friends—from Padmini Kolhapure to Madhur Bhandarkar, Rohit Roy, Shama Sikander, and Malini Agarwal—the red carpet sparkled with familiar faces, laughter, and camaraderie. It was the perfect fusion of recognition and revelry, where heartfelt speeches met high-octane glamour.
As Rajiv Kapoor, General Manager of Fairmont Mumbai, eloquently shared, “Our vision is to create a destination where the city’s vibrant spirit meets timeless elegance. Hosting the Lighthouse Summit & Awards alongside Mr. Morani’s birthday was the perfect reflection of this ethos.” His words resonated with the ethos of the evening—a celebration of excellence, creativity, friendship, and Mumbai’s ever-glittering spirit.
A night of milestones, memories, and magic—Lighthouse Summit & Awards 2025 was not just an event, it was an unforgettable chapter in the city’s glamorous social diary.
