Manish Malhotra

Indian fashion designer and stylist

Manish Malhotra - Indian fashion designer and stylist
Born

December 5th, 1965
59 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

India

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A celebrated fashion designer, worked extensively in Bollywood, creating iconic costumes for numerous films. Gained recognition for contributions to key projects including 'Kaho Naa... Pyaar Hai' and 'Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge'. Established a successful fashion label and became a prominent figure in the Indian fashion industry, hosting several runway shows and collaborating with various celebrities.

Designed costumes for 'Kaho Naa... Pyaar Hai'

Created outfits for 'Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge'

Launched a successful fashion label

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