Gujarati actress Komal Thacker, who has made history as the first Gujarati actress to walk the Cannes Film Festival red carpet three times, inaugurated ALF NOVA Aesthetic Skin Clinic at Hiranandani Gardens, Powai, on Thursday. The launch brought together members of the medical fraternity, entrepreneurs and several prominent names from Mumbai's social and business circles.
The inauguration ceremony saw Komal Thacker join Adv. Rubina Rizvi and Dr. Akhtar Rizvi for the traditional lamp-lighting ceremony as they extended their best wishes to the new venture. The event also witnessed the presence of several notable guests, including Shivrama Bhandari of Shivas Salon and Ashok Dhamankar, Founder of Magnate Publishing and Publisher of Society Achievers Magazine.
The clinic has been founded by Dr. Alifiya Rizvi, a consulting aesthetic physician, cosmetologist, trichologist and aesthetic gynaecologist. Addressing the gathering, Dr. Alifiya spoke about the changing approach towards aesthetic care and the growing demand for specialised skin, hair and wellness services that can be accessed under one roof.
Speaking at the launch, Komal Thacker highlighted the growing importance of confidence and self-image in today's fast-paced lifestyle. “Modern aesthetic clinics play an important role in helping people feel more confident. I congratulate Dr. Alifiya Rizvi on this initiative and wish her success in the years ahead,” she said.
Komal has established a name for herself in Gujarati cinema with films including ‘Aa To Prem Chhe’, ‘Kasoombo’, ‘Hameer’ and ‘Sanghvi & Sons’. Her appearances on the Cannes red carpet in 2022, 2023 and 2025 have also brought her increased visibility on the international stage, making her presence at the Powai launch a notable highlight of the event.
Adv. Rubina Rizvi, Director of Rizvi Foundation, described the occasion as a proud moment for the family and spoke about the effort behind bringing the clinic to life. “Dr. Alifiya has dedicated significant effort and commitment to building ALF NOVA. The clinic reflects her passion for aesthetic medicine and her desire to help people feel comfortable and confident,” she said.
The inauguration also saw Dr. Akhtar Rizvi, along with other guests from Mumbai's business and social circles, extend their support to the new venture. The gathering reflected the clinic's focus on bringing together medical expertise with a contemporary approach to aesthetic and wellness care.
Dr. Alifiya Rizvi further explained the idea behind the clinic, noting that patients today often seek guidance for multiple concerns. “Our effort has been to create a space where people can access different services in a professional environment while receiving personalised attention,” she said.
Located at Gateway Plaza in Hiranandani Gardens, Powai, ALF NOVA Aesthetic Skin Clinic has now commenced operations. The clinic will offer a range of services related to aesthetic care, skin, hair and wellness, with a focus on personalised consultations and treatment plans.
With the launch bringing together names from the worlds of cinema, business and healthcare, ALF NOVA marks Dr. Alifiya Rizvi's entry into a growing aesthetic and wellness landscape in Mumbai. The Powai-based clinic aims to provide clients with specialised services in a professional setting while placing individual consultation and personalised care at the centre of its approach.