Renowned perfumer Monica Ghurde found dead in her Goa Home

Monika Ghurde who lived in Chennai for many years before moving to Goa was a popular socialite and a good friend of many people from the world of arts who interacted with her.

She was also a good photographer who went on to become a celebrated perfume expert. The news of her death has come as shock to many of her friends. They remember her as a friendly, vivacious person, who was also a beautiful charming person. Poet, writer and dancer Tishani Doshi said that she has lost a dear friend. “Vivacious, wildly talented, someone who moved through the world with beauty and grace. I can’t believe she’s gone.” Renowned wedding planner Vidya Singh, was in deep shock upon hearing the news. “She was young, beautiful and a warm person. I can’t believe she is gone, that too in such a terrible way. She had changed careers to pursue perfumery only a few years ago; this is horrible. I used to meet her often, but I haven’t seen her for close to two years now,” she said. Kathak guru Jigyasa Giri, who had met her many times said,” I can’t believe this has happened. The news is yet to sink in.” Artist Parvathy Nayar, who has always been in awe of her creative energy, said Monika’s death was a terrible loss. “She had an amazing energy level and was very good at what she did—be it photography or perfumery. After she left Chennai, we messaged each other occasionally.”