Vikram Phadnis is an Indian fashion designer and film director. He is known for his expertise in designing traditional Indian clothing.
Wiki/Biography
Vikram Phadnis was born on Thursday, October 24, 1968, in Mumbai (age 53; as of 2021). His zodiac sign is Scorpio. He attended St. Andrews High School in Mumbai. He did his graduation from MMK College, Bandra.
appearance
Height (approximately): 5′9″
Hair color: black
Eye color: black
family
Parents and siblings
Vikram’s mother’s name is Dr. Ranjan Pardenis. She is a doctor.
Vikram and his mother
wife and children
He is unmarried.
Profession
Fashion
In 1991, Vikram presented his first collection. In 2005, international cricketers Jonty Rhodes, Glenn McGrath and Wasim Akram showcased Vikram’s collection. In 2009, Vikram designed clothes for model Naomi Campbell who participated in the show “Mai Mumbai”. The show was organized to raise funds for those who suffered losses in the 26/11 terrorist attacks in Mumbai in 2008.
Model Naomi Campbell wears Vikram dress on ‘Mai Mumbai’
In 2015, he designed clothes for the President of the Republic of South Africa, Mr. Jacob Zuma, and the First Lady. He became the stylist for celebrities like Amitabh Bachchan, Sridevi, Sushmita Sen, Malaika Arora and many more.
Vikram and actress Sushmita Sen
He has also designed costumes for Bollywood films such as Biwi No.1 (1999), Mujhse Shaadi Karogi (2004), Golmaal: Fun Unlimited (2006), Salaam-e-Ishq (2007), Namastey London (2007), Golmaal Returns (2007) 2008) and Dulha Mir Gaya (2010). In the movie “Salaam-e-Ishq”, he designed 800 costumes for the main and supporting characters.
Movie director
He directed two Marathi films, Hrudayantar (2017), starring Hrithik Roshan, and one Marathi film, Smile Please (2019).
Movie “Hrudayantar” poster
Poster of Vikram’s movie Please Smile
Awards
In 2005, he won the Technical Excellence Award for Best Costume Design for the film Mujhse Shaadi Karogi (2004).
Facts/Trivia
- Vikram’s parents, both doctors, wanted him to study medicine, but when he went to college, he was more interested in dance and entertainment. Instead of studying medicine, he chose a different career.
- In the first days of his career, he worked as a choreographer. Later, he became interested in fashion design. He decided to pursue designing professionally when he had the opportunity to design clothes for a fashion show.
- He said in an interview that the man behind his career growth is Salman Khan. He also called him Godfather. In an interview, he talked about Salman and said,
He’s comfortable in whatever he wears, and he can wear a suit with just as much style and elegance as he does casual wear. Whatever he wears, it automatically becomes ‘fashionable’. “
Vikram with Salman Khan and Priyanka Chopra at press conference
- In an interview, he also talked about how he felt when he got the opportunity to dress Amitabh Bachchan. He said,
I think the only time I felt nervous was when I dressed Mr. Bachchan. That was the moment I realized I was really lucky and that I was doing the right things. I don’t think there’s anyone else like him in the industry. It was so special to work with him. “
Amitabh Bachchan at Vikram
- In an interview, when he was asked how he transitioned his career from design to filmmaking, he said:
It (the director) was not a deliberate attempt. I have been wanting to direct a film for the past 12-13 years. It took me a long time to write about this topic. Directing a film is like captaining a ship. I was a technician behind the scenes, involved in the costume department. But storytelling is the ultimate goal. I won’t do a remake because I want to develop my own script. But I don’t think I could count horror, sex, or comedy as a genre. All I could do was a romance drama or a social drama, both genres I know I enjoy. Also, when I write the second film, I won’t decide on the language – but if not now, then eventually I will make a Hindi film. This is something I know for sure. “
- He also produced a Hindi film “Nia” starring Bipasha Basu. The film was never released. In an interview, he talked about the film and said:
Production costs are high. I wanted to shoot in London but the budget wouldn’t allow it. I also realize that this is not the right time to publish a story like this. But I didn’t let those limitations get to me. I’ve been wanting to make a movie for 13 years. “
- According to him, his movie Please Smile is a true story of his mother’s life.
- In 2016, he organized an event called ‘Adhvan’, marking the completion of Viram’s 25 years in the fashion industry.
Vikram’s show ‘Adhvan’
- In an interview, he gave advice to young designers and said,
In my opinion, there is no one formula to follow for success. The reason is that if a+b=c, then everyone can follow it up to T and be successful. I learned that success will eventually come, all you need is to be passionate about what you do. Work hard, know how to market yourself, and be in the right place at the right time. “
- In 2018, a fashion show at the IIFA Awards was organized by e-commerce fashion Myntra and Vikram designed the costumes.
Vikram at Myntra’s show
- In 2020, during the COVID-19 lockdown, Vikram contributed to helping stray dogs by donating to NGOs. He also posted about the event on social media, with many actors retweeting his posts and contributing. Actor Ayushmann Khurrana tweeted about this.
Stray animals need our help and attention too!a great initiative @vikramphadnis1. Let’s all get out there and support it and make it a success! https://t.co/Ixfu2uHUy2
— Ayushmann Khurrana (@ayushmannk) March 28, 2020
- In 2021, he tested positive for COVID-19. He posted a story on Instagram to talk about the issue. He wrote in the story,
I have tested positive for COVID-19 and I will ask those who have been in contact with me to get tested as soon as possible. I am taking every precaution and self-isolating at home. “
- He was often found consuming alcoholic beverages on various occasions.
Vikram holding a glass of wine
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