India, Oct. 3 -- With Karva Chauth just around the corner, women across Mumbai have already begun celebrating in style. From lively dance floors with dhol and DJs to lipstick-making workshops, bangle stalls, and perfume stations, pre-Karva Chauth parties are setting the tone for the festival - all tailored to give women a festive experience that goes beyond the fast itself. Neha K Kanabar is hosting a pre-Karva Chauth party for her community of mothers across various cities, including Mumbai. This year's theme is 'The fake wedding: All divas, no dulhas.' "Our pre-Karva Chauth parties are not bound by caste, creed, or religion - they're open to all women," Neha says, adding, "Each year, we curate a fresh theme with decor, dress codes, mehendi, music, games, gifting, photo booths, makeup stations, pampering, and food." Sharing more about the theme she adds, "This year, it's a fun fake wedding theme with a gold-and-glitter dress code and goggles for a quirky twist! The idea is for moms to let their hair down, bond with gal pals, celebrate themselves, and burn the dance floor before they get ready for the Karva Chauth fasting and festivities." While some events draw large crowds, others offer a more intimate vibe. Garima Datta, a teacher from Malad, is hosting a cosy pre-Karva Chauth gathering for her married friends, even though she herself isn't married. She says, "For me, hosting a pre-Karva Chauth gathering is about curating an experience where tradition meets togetherness. From intricate mehendi and vibrant bangle stalls to a carefully designed festive menu, every detail is chosen to celebrate the spirit of the occasion. For guests like Gipy Walia from Andheri, who is set to attend a pre-Karva Chauth bash, these celebrations are the perfect warm-up to the main event. "From getting mehendi done, to picking out beautiful bangles, enjoying the festive food, and connecting with other married women, it's the perfect way to celebrate with friends and family before the big day."...