Manish Malhotra is a highly celebrated fashion designer in India, renowned especially for his exquisite bridal wear. His influence extends far beyond Bollywood, shaping trends and inspiring countless individuals.
Wiki/Biography
Manish Malhotra was born on December 5, 1966 (age 57 as of 2023), in Westminster, London, UK. His zodiac sign is Sagittarius. He spent his formative years in Mumbai’s suburbs and attended Elphinstone College. While lacking formal fashion design training, his passion for sketching, films, and clothing propelled him into the world of costume design.
Physical Appearance
- Height (approx.): 5′ 10″
- Eye Colour: Black
- Hair Colour: Black
Family & Affairs
Details about Manish’s family are limited. His father, Suraj Malhotra, passed away on November 18, 2019, at the age of 90. He has a nephew, Punit Malhotra, a Bollywood film director.
Speculation regarding a relationship between Manish Malhotra and Karan Johar has circulated. A social media interaction fueled these rumors, but Malhotra clarified that Johar is like a brother to him.
Career
Malhotra’s career began with modeling during his college years. He then transitioned into costume design, starting by styling Juhi Chawla for the film Swarg. His breakthrough came with the Filmfare Costume Award for his work on Rangeela (1995), starring Urmila Matondkar.
His success led to the launch of his couture store, Reverie – Manish Malhotra, in 1998, followed by his couture label MANISH MALHOTRA in 2005, establishing him as a leading figure in the Indian fashion industry.
Awards
Manish Malhotra has received numerous accolades throughout his career. Here are a few notable awards:
| Award | Year | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Filmfare Award for Costume Design (Rangeela) | 1995 | Recognized his exceptional costume design in the film Rangeela. |
| Elle Style Award for Stylish Designer of the Year | 1999 | Celebrated his significant contribution to the fashion world’s style. |
| Best Costume Design award for ‘Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani’ | 2024 | Awarded for his work on the hit film Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani. |
| Note: This is not an exhaustive list of his numerous awards and achievements. | ||
Favourites
- Actress: Karisma Kapoor, Kareena Kapoor, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Kajol, Sridevi
- Actor: Shah Rukh Khan
- Filmmaker: Karan Johar
- Director: Feroz Abbas Khan
Controversy
A widely discussed controversy involved Anushka Sharma’s choice of Sabhyasachi over Malhotra for her wedding attire. The situation, stemming from earlier collaboration on Ae Dil Hai Mushkil, was later explained as a misunderstanding.
Facts
- Enjoys traveling.
- Has a lifelong passion for Hindi cinema.
- Consuming alcohol.
- Left family business to pursue his passion in fashion.
- Designed for Hollywood stars, including Demi Moore, Kylie Minogue, and Naomi Campbell.
- Even designed for Michael Jackson during his India visit.
- Collaborated with Google on the G Suite app.
- Designed the jersey for the Kolkata Knight Riders IPL team.
- Aspires to become a film director.
- Purchased a luxury apartment in Bandra, Mumbai in 2022.
- Showcased his collection at Harrods London in September 2024.
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