About us
A magical mélange of arts and crafts
Arts and crafts have been a celebrated tradition in India. Skilled Indian craftsmen with their flair for exotic creations have captivated the world’s imagination. The celebration still continues in the modern world in the form of the Sunday Soul Sante – an ode to contemporary arts and crafts. It is the one platform that promotes artists and allows them to bring forth their creative passions. It’s a potpourri where one can explore a plethora of creative offerings, music, food and oodles of fun.
Take a break from the mundane and discover how everyday things are infused with refreshing thoughts. Be inspired by beautiful ideas painstakingly crafted by talented artists. Aesthetic concepts created using ingenious techniques will surely stop you in your tracks. Clothes, accessories, jewellery, paintings, decorative items – hunt for many hidden treasures at unbelievable prices at the Soul Sante.
And that’s not all. You can indulge your taste buds with spectacular food. Live shows and performances will keep your senses entertained throughout. Sunday Soul Sante is one arresting experience you definitely don’t want to miss.
ASHA RAO
Founder, Sunday Soul Sante
It doesn’t matter how often you’re knocked down; success comes to those who get up and fight again. Asha Rao, may have witnessed a few defeats, but her passion for fabric and arts ensured that she constantly strived to regenerate her idea.
Her reward: the success of her venture Soul Sante, a flea market that is held in Bangalore five times a year. The name is an acknowledgment of your day off and keeping it sacred, spending it well with some quality family time and some food for your soul. The Sante is the result of Asha Rao’s foresight. “It is a 15-year-old story. I saw the need for a creative market in Bangalore. There are so many talented young people who were struggling. Before you ‘arrive’ you need someone to hold your hand.”
VISHAL RAO
To have been there from the inception of the event – Vishal has seen and dealt with it all . He looks after the execution and liasoning of this mammoth event , with utmost ease .
He is full of life and our “go to person” for everything. He is passionate about any project he takes up and gives it his best. He loves to play golf during his free time which tells us how patient he is too … all in all he is a happy go lucky, peoples person – that’s Vishal for you!
HARISH RAO
With over 15 years of experience in Sales & Marketing and Business Development across pan-Indian companies in the e-commerce and consumer durables sector, Harish Rao is happiest thinking of ways to grow a brand. Focussing on his area of expertise, Harish has taken charge of Marketing, Sponsorships and Building Alliances for Sunday Soul Sante which has partnered with brands such as United Breweries, Times Of India, TVS & Amazon. Apart from co-ordinating and churning out promotional campaigns with multiple brands on the Sunday Soul Sante platform, Harish is particular about building long-term partnerships with each sponsor. Outgoing and effervescent in nature, what Harish loves most about his job is the chance to meet, interact and learn from people who cross his path – many of whom are considered giants in the world of business and marketing. Proud to be a part of the largest flea market in India, Harish believes that the journey is everything – in life as well as business.
KARAN RAO
With over 5 years of experience as film producer, Karan came on board the Sunday Soul Sante team to provide a much essential impetus by way of conceptualizing, executing and expanding business horizons. Therefore with an eye for detail in providing unique festival experiences Karan handles all the creative conceptualization, logistical planning and execution for all Funday Events properties.
As a fan and promoter for the Indian independent music scene in the country Karan highlights, encourages and understands the importance in harnessing that talent at SSS
As a fitness and sports junkie Karan embodies the spirit of a healthy balance and transfers this energy to the entire SSS team!
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