10 Surprising Facts You Never Knew About Manish Malhotra

Manish Malhotra's first ever designed dress was for Juhi Chawla in the film "Swarg" (1990).

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He is the first Indian designer to showcase a solo Bollywood-inspired couture show in London (2005).

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Manish has designed for international pop icons like Madonna and Kylie Minogue.

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His label has its flagship store in Mumbai and also has a store in Dubai.

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Many leading Bollywood actors have worn his designs on their wedding day, including Kareena Kapoor Khan, Vidya Balan, and Sridevi.

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Manish has collaborated with Swedish retail giant H&M to launch a collection inspired by traditional Indian designs (2019).

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He has also worked with several international brands such as Swarovski, Mac cosmetics, and Jimmy Choo.

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Manish has been awarded several prestigious awards, including the Design Plus Award (2007) and the Peacock Award for Best Costume Design (2002).

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He has been the costume designer for over 100 Bollywood films and is known for his use of vibrant colors, luxurious fabrics, and intricate embellishments.

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He has a huge fan following globally, and his designs are popular not just in India but also in the Middle East and South Asia.

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