National, 2026: Marking International Women’s Day (IWD) in March, Women Inspiring Network (WIN) and The Body Shop will host a closed-door round table on March 2, 2026, at The Quorum, Gurugram, centred on the theme, Beauty Begins Within. As conversations around beauty continue to evolve, the evening will bring together founders, creators, industry leaders and change makers to reflect on a cultural shift that moves beyond appearance-led ideals towards well-being, individuality and choice, and how women are leading that change on their terms.
The initiative draws inspiration from the philosophy of The Body Shop founder, Dame Anita Roddick, who believed beauty is not something dictated by society, but a deeply personal expression of identity and values.
As social norms shift, more women are redefining beauty in ways that feel honest and empowering. The discussion will explore this evolution, the quiet pressures women continue to navigate, and how a new generation is reshaping the narrative across industries and communities. A strong focus will also be placed on women-led enterprises that are building thoughtfully, listening closely to real needs and creating with care.
The round table will feature perspectives from a diverse group of leaders and creators, including Sharan Khanna, Founder, SharanYoga; Usha Chengappa, Centre Head, Bharat Thakur Artistic Yoga; Shriti Malhotra, Executive Chairman, Quest Retail; Kompal Matta Kapoor, Content Creator; Shailja Dutt, Founder and Chairperson, Stellar Search; Kanta Singh, UN Women India; Somya Satsangi, Independent Director and Chairperson, Risk Committee, Dr Lal PathLabs; Sudha Sarin, Professor of Practice, IILM University, Gurgaon; Akshara Dalal, Director, JD Institute of Fashion Technology; Priyanka Gulati, Partner, Grant Thornton; Pari Jhaveri, Managing Partner, Purpose Leaders; Snehal Verma, CEO and Co-Founder, NatureDots; Priya Rana, Luxury and Fashion Journalist; Abhilasha Gupta, Global Head – Corporate Communications and Public Affairs, Tech Mahindra; Reshma Chordia, Art Gallerist, Art Explore; and Stuti Jalan, Founder, Women Inspiring Network.
Speaking at the event Shriti Malhotra, Executive Chairman, The Body Shop South Asia – Today, women are redefining beauty on their own terms through confidence, wellbeing, informed choices, and how they live their lives. Forums like these help shift the narrative away from narrow ideals towards a more realistic understanding of women’s experiences. At The Body Shop, this belief has always been reflected in how we work. We believe beauty begins with self-worth, not standards, and that continues to shape how we approach care, confidence, and responsibility as a brand.
Speaking about the round table, Stuti Jalan, Founder, Women Inspiring Network, said, “Over the years, I have realized that beauty is an inside job. It begins with how you see yourself, how you value yourself, and the confidence you carry within. This round table is about creating a space for women to share that journey, and remind each other that real beauty starts from within!”
This collaboration between Women Inspiring Network and The Body Shop is rooted in a shared belief that beauty should never feel like pressure, but always like possibility. Through Beauty Begins Within, the evening aims to spark honest dialogues and leave behind a reassuring message that the future of beauty is being shaped with empathy, courage and authenticity!
