Vikram Phadnis is an Indian fashion designer and film director. He is known for his expertise in designing Indian traditional costumes.
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Wiki/Biography
Vikram Phadnis was born on Thursday, 24 October 1968 (age 53 years; as in 2021) in Mumbai. Their zodiac sign is Scorpio. He did his schooling from St. Andrews High School, Mumbai. He completed his graduation from MMK College, Bandra.
Physical Appearance
Height (Approx): 5′ 9″
Hair Color: Black
Eye colour: black
Family
parents and siblings
Vikram’s mother’s name was Dr. Ranjan Phadnis. She was a doctor.
Vikram with his mother
wife and children
He is unmarried.
livelihood
outfit
In 1991, Vikram showcased his first collection. In 2005, international cricketers Jonty Rhodes, Glenn McGrath and Wasim Akram presented Vikram’s collection. In 2009, Vikram designed costumes for model Naomi Campbell who participated in the show ‘My Mumbai’. The show was organized to raise funds to help people who suffered losses in the 2008 Mumbai 26/11 terrorist attacks.
Model Naomi Campbell wearing Vikram’s dress in the show ‘My Mumbai’
In 2015, she designed clothes for the President of the Republic of South Africa, Mr. Jacob Zuma, and the First Lady. He became a designer for celebrities including Amitabh Bachchan, Sridevi, Sushmita Sen, Malaika Arora.
Vikram with actress Sushmita Sen
She has appeared in Biwi No. 1 (1999), Mujhse Shaadi Karogi (2004), Golmaal: Fun Unlimited (2006), Salaam-e-Ishq (2007), Namastey London (2007), Golmaal Returns (2008), and Dulha Mil Gaya (2010). ). For the film ‘Salaam-e-Ishq’ he designed 800 costumes for the lead characters and supporting actors.
film director
He directed two Marathi films Hridayantar (2017), starring Hrithik Roshan, and a Marathi film Smile Please (2019).
Poster of the film ‘Hridayantar’
Poster of Vikram’s film ‘Smile Please’
award
In 2005, he won the Technical Excellence Award for Best Costume Design for the film Mujhse Shaadi Karogi (2004).
Facts/General Knowledge
- Vikram’s parents were doctors, and they expected him to study medicine, but when he was in college, he was more interested in dance and entertainment. He did not study medicine and chose a different career.
- In the initial days of his career, he worked as a choreographer. Later, she became interested in fashion design. After getting a chance to design a dress in a fashion show, she decided to pursue designing professionally.
- In an interview, he had said that Salman Khan was behind his professional growth. He also called him his godfather. Talking about Salman in an interview, he said,
He is comfortable in whatever he wears, he can carry off a suit with the same style and grace as he can carry off casual wear. Whatever he wears automatically becomes ‘fashion’.
Vikram with Salman Khan and Priyanka Chopra in a press conference
- In an interview, he also told how he felt when he got the opportunity to design clothes for Amitabh Bachchan. He said,
I think the only time I was nervous was when I prepared Mr. Bachchan. This is the moment when I realized that I am truly blessed and that I am doing something right. I don’t think there is any other person like him in the industry. It was very special to work with him.
Amitabh Bachchan in Vikram’s show
- In an interview, when he was asked about changing his career from designing to filmmaking, he said,
This (direction) was not a deliberate effort. I wanted to direct a film for the last 12-13 years. It took me a long time to write this topic. Directing a film is like being the captain of a ship. I have been a technician behind the camera where I have been involved in the costume department. But storytelling is the biggest thing. I will not make a remake because I want to develop my own script. But I don’t think I can do horror, sex or comedy as a genre. I can just do romance or social drama, those are two genres I know I’m comfortable in. Also, when I write my second film, I won’t decide the language – but if not now, eventually, I will make a Hindi film. That’s something I know for sure.”
- He also worked in a Hindi film titled ‘Niya’ which starred Bipasha Basu. The film was never released. Talking about the film in an interview he said,
Production costs were high. I wanted to shoot in London, but the budget did not allow me to do so. I also realized that this was the wrong time to present that kind of story. But I didn’t let the limitations hold me back. I wanted to make a film for 13 years.
- According to him, his film ‘Smile Please’ was the real story of his mother’s life.
- In 2016, she organized an event named ‘Adhvan’, celebrating 25 years of the break in the fashion industry.
Vikram’s show ‘Adhvan’
- While giving advice to young designers in an interview, he said,
According to me, there is no formula for success that anyone can follow. Because, if a+b=c, then everyone can follow it till T and become successful. I have learned that ultimately success comes, you just have to have passion for what you do. Be diligent and know how to market yourself and be in the right place at the right time.
- In 2018, a fashion show was organized by e-commerce fashion Myntra at the IIFA Awards, where Vikram designed the clothes.
Vikram in Myntra show
- In 2020, amid the COVID-19 lockdown, Vikram contributed to helping stray dogs by donating money to an NGO. He also posted on social media about the campaign and many actors reshared his post and contributed. Actor Ayushmann Khurrana made a tweet regarding this.
Stray animals also need our help and attention! A great initiative by @vikramphadnis1, Let’s all step up and support it to make it a success! https://t.co/Ixfu2uHUy2
– Ayushmann Khurrana (@ayushmannk) 28 March 2020
- In 2021, he tested positive for COVID-19. He posted an Instagram story to talk about this. In the story he wrote,
I have been found infected with Covid and would request those who have come in contact with me to get themselves tested as soon as possible. I am taking every precaution and have isolated myself at home.”
- He is often seen consuming alcoholic beverages on various occasions.
Vikram holding a glass of wine
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