It’s green, it’s trending, and it’s all over your feed (nope, not matcha—try again). We’re talking about mahjong. The ancient Chinese tile game has captured friends’ groups around the world, and India too is fully on board. From card rooms in South Mumbai’s bougiest clubs to rooftops in Delhi, those damn tiles are everywhere.
Communities like Mumbai-based The Mahjong Network are keeping the momentum going by helping players connect with each other and organising events. And of course, fashion's having a moment with it too. Louis Vuitton has released a vanity trunk that screams “I play mahjong, but only in first class”, while this sleek black case from Prada can totally make you feel like that girl, provided you’re willing to drop £5,500. Lotus Suutra Luxe’s hot pink mahjong tile set that’s available in India? Need. Brightly coloured tile racks from Mahjong World? Also yes. A waterproof set so you can play in the pool like a glamorous 1960s housewife? Obviously.
August 1 (yes, today) is International Mahjong Day, so if you’ve been side-eyeing the hype, this is your excuse to get in the game. Scroll through our roundup of all the classes, open communities, and events that need to be on your radar.
Classes
Mumbai
Mahjong Calling
Founded by Akanksha Mittal, classes are held in person across locations from South Mumbai to Juhu.
Contact: +91 99871 00115
Website: https://mahjongcalling.com
Instagram: @mahjongcalling
House of Mahjong
Sangeeta Kewalramani conducts both online and in-person classes, in and around South Mumbai.
Contact: +91 98212 30640
Instagram: @sangeetakewalramani
Sharon Dhondy
Dhondy offers in-person classes across Mumbai. Venues include the Willingdon Sports Club and the Cricket Club of India (members only).
Contact: +91 98217 36162
Nita Kapadia
Both beginners and experienced players looking to practise can attend in-person classes at the Ratan Tata Institute on Hughes Road on Mondays and Wednesdays from 11 am to 1 pm.
Contact: +91 9820826099
Instagram: @nnuggets
Lets Mahjong
Co-founders Sheetal Patel and Kanika Vasudeva hold in-person classes in Bandra, Juhu, and South Mumbai.
Contact: +91 98200 58817, +91 98202 83208
Instagram: @letsmahjong
Mahjong Maestro
Based in Cuffe Parade, Shivani Chadda offers both online and in-person classes every day except Saturdays.
Contact: +91 98210 45900
Instagram: @mahjongmaestro_shivani
Ritu Jaggia
Jaggia offers in-person classes at locations between South Mumbai and Bandra, Monday to Saturday, with morning, afternoon, and evening slots.
Contact: +91 98201 34379
Instagram: @rits_j
Delhi
Sabina Pathak
Based in Delhi and Gurgaon, Pathak offers in-person classes only, from 10 am to 7 pm.
Contact: +91 97171 17413
Vineeta Sahni
Sahni brings 30 years of experience to in-person classes held in Delhi-NCR.
Email: vineetasahni@gmail.com
Phone: +91 75687 66662
Instagram: @vineeta_sahni
Bengaluru
Mahjong World
Started by Shalini Manglani, the platform curates mahjong classes and connects learners with teachers. It offers both online and in-person options.
Contact: +91 99008 03023
Website: https://mahjongworldshop.com/pages/about
Instagram: @mahjong.world.shop
Mahjong For Charity
Hazel Kocherla, a member of the International Women’s Club of Bangalore, offers in-person, one-on-one sessions, with classes held on Mondays, Wednesdays,and Fridays from 11 am to 3 pm at locations in Whitefield and central Bengaluru.
Contact: +91 97404 00985
Website: https://www.myjong.club
Instagram: @mahjong_for_charity
The Bengaluru Mahjong Clinic
Started by Latika Nag and Shibani Rangaraj, these in-person classes run on weekdays from 11 am to 1 pm and 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm. Sessions are held at Fia’s Lounge (Richmond Road) and Just Be Café (Sadashivanagar).
Contact: Latika - +91 98450 29051; Shibani - +91 9844198137
Instagram: @bangaloremahjongclinic
Fia Rustumji
Rustumji hosts classes and sessions at Fia’s Lounge on Richmond Road, Monday to Friday.
Contact: +91 99009 02255
Pune
Rekha Krishan
Krishan has been playing for 60 years and has taught over 1,000 women in the past decade, including sessions at the Poona Club. She offers both online and offline classes.
Contact: +91 98909 12000
Instagram: @rekhakrishan_pune
Goa
Mahjong Lounge
Based in Miramar, Panjim Mahjong Lounge by Vini Keni offers in-person classes from 4 pm to 7 pm.
Instagram: @goamahjongcommunity
Communities and Venues
The Mahjong Network
A growing WhatsApp-based community, The Mahjong Network helps players connect, schedule games, and find that elusive fourth. With active chapters in Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Alibaug, and Dubai, it’s a vibrant space to sharpen your skills, meet new people, and play wherever you are.
Instagram: @themahjongnetwork.in
Mahjong Magic
Located on Hughes Road, Mumbai, Mahjong Magic at The Ratan Tata Institute is a popular mahjong hub offering playing sessions for experienced learners on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, with an entry fee of ₹300 per person.
Contact: +91 91523 30577
Mah-Jong Room
The Poona Club has a mahjong community that is open to both members and non-members at an entry fee of ₹100.
Contact: 020 2636 0083
Website: https://poonaclubltd.com/club/mah-jong-room/
Mumbai Mahjong
This is a Mumbai-based community for experienced players with in-person games across Colaba, Bandra, Khar, and Andheri on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays.
Instagram: @mumbai_mahjong
Events
Mumbai
The Mingling Tiles
Deepshika Kothari is hosting ‘The Mahjong Social’ on August 7 at The Quorum, 5:30 pm onwards—an easy-going evening of tiles, food, drinks, and meeting fellow players.
Contact: +91 90499 88837
Instagram: @theminglingtiles
Delhi
The Mahjong Network
The Mahjong Network is holding an ‘Intro to Mahjong’ event on August 3 at Zaza, GK 1, from 3 pm to 6 pm. It promises to be a relaxed, beginner-friendly session with snacks and drinks—no experience needed.
Instagram: @themahjongnetwork.in
Bengaluru
Fia’s Lounge
Fia’s Lounge celebrates International Mahjong Day at Fia’s Lounge on Friday, August 1, 2025, from 11 am to 11 pm. This one’s a laidback evening of playing mahjong and sipping tea.
Contact: Farheen +91 96111 19633
—Compiled by Trisha Vaz
