Rina Dhaka was born on Saturday, March 9, 1968 (55 years old; as of 2023). Her zodiac sign is Pisces. She grew up in Chandigarh and Shimla. After completing her education, Rina graduated from Government College for Women, Chandigarh. After moving to Delhi with her family, she enrolled in a fashion designing course. At the age of 18, Rina embarked on a training program with one of India’s largest apparel proponents, “Intercraft”.
Lina Dhaka in her youth
appearance
Height (approximately): 5′7″
Weight (approximately): 55kg
Hair color: dark brown
Eye color: dark brown
family
Parents and siblings
Rina Dhaka was born into a conservative family in Rajasthan. Her father is an organic cotton farmer. She has a younger brother.
husband and children
Rina is married to her long-term partner Ajay. The couple has two sons, Kaith and Jai.
Rina Dhaka’s sons Kaith and Jai
Relationships/Affairs
Rina Dhaka is in a long-term relationship with Ajay. Soon after, the couple got married.
religion
Rina believes in Buddhism.
Profession
fashion designer
Rina Dhaka joined the fashion industry by doing some modeling jobs. Later, she opened a small boutique with the help of designer Rohit Khosla and began her fashion design career. Rina emerged on the fashion scene in the late 1980s and quickly gained recognition in the 1990s by creating churidar made of synthetic fibers. Her pieces are noted for their intricate details, innovative use of fabrics and superb craftsmanship. In 2009, she was part of a group of designers whose beachwear for women was criticized for not being in keeping with Indian culture. In July 2010, she launched a collection inspired by spider webs, endorsed by Indian actress Lara Dutta.
Lara Dutta wears Rina Dhaka’s spider web-inspired collection
Rina Dhaka showcases her range of products under the brand ‘Rina Dhaka’ and has exclusive stores in India and abroad. Lina said,
That was the beginning of my journey – from small boutiques like Mutiny and Ensemble to Carma – Hauz Khas, to moving into large malls, hosting various fashion shows and making my brand an international brand. “
television
In 2015, Rina Dhaka participated in the TV show Style and City, which focused on fashion in Indian cities.
Rina Dhaka in “Style & Cities”
She is also seen as ‘herself’ in the Bollywood film Sandeep Aur Pinky Faraar (2021).
fashion show
In 2018, Rina showcased the “Explorer Spring/Summer 2018” collection with Bollywood actress Nidhi Agerwal.
In 2015, she launched her own bridal collection with Bollywood actress Akshara Hasaan at the Indian Bridal Fashion Week.
Lina Dhaka and Akshara Hassan
cooperate
Rina Dhaka has collaborated with many brands such as a plus size store called ‘aLL’ where she launched a line of maternity wear. In 2020, she collaborated with the brand “LIVA.” to launch a 2020 collection called “Sustainable Romanticism.” In 2021, Rina collaborated with Ruma Devu to promote the tribal fashion show.
Awards and Honors
- Rina Dhaka was awarded the Yuva Ratan Award in 1993.
- In 2004, she won the “Best Designer” award at Miami Fashion Week.
- She was awarded the Rajiv Gandhi Award for Excellence in 2019.
- In 2014, she was awarded the title of “Best Woman Entrepreneur” by the Delhi State Government.
Lina Dhaka wins award
Favorites
- Cuisine: Thai, Chinese, Japanese, Italian
- Restaurant: Royal Garden
Facts/Trivia
- In 2008, Dhaka represented India at Lakme Fashion Week in London.
Categories: Biography
Source: HIS Education