Overview
- Mumbai leads Asia in Time Out’s 2025 happiness rankings and places fifth worldwide, according to newly published results.
- Abu Dhabi tops the global list, with Medellín, Cape Town and Mexico City also in the top five alongside Mumbai.
- Roughly 94% of surveyed Mumbai residents said the city makes them happy, with nearly nine in ten expressing positive views on living there and community mood.
- The survey asked about nightlife, food, culture, walkability, accessibility and quality of life, reflecting residents’ perceptions rather than objective measures.
- Coverage notes that major Asian hubs such as Tokyo, Singapore and Seoul ranked lower, as reports highlight Mumbai’s social life, street food and entertainment industry as perceived drivers.