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, 24 October 1968 (age 53 years; in 2021) in Mumbai. His zodiac sign is Scorpio. He attended Saint Andrews High School, Mumbai. He graduated from MMK College, Bandra.
Physical appearance
Height (approx): 5′ 9″
Hair Color: Black
Eye Color: Black
Family
Parents & Siblings
Vikram’s mother’s name is Dr. Ranjan Phadnis. He is a doctor.
Vikram with his mother
Wife & Children
He is not married.
Career
Fashion
In 1991, Vikram showcased his first collection. In 2005, international cricketers Jonty Rhodes, Glenn McGrath and Wasim Akram presented the Vikram collection. In 2009, Vikram designed clothes for model Naomi Campbell who participated in the show ‘Mai Mumbai.’ The show was organized to raise money to help those who faced losses in the 26/11 2008 Mumbai terror attack.
Model Naomi Campbell in the show ‘Mai Mumbai’ wearing a dress by Vikram
In 2015, she designed clothes for the president of the Republic of South Africa, Mr. Jacob Zuma, and the First Lady. He has been a designer for celebrities including Amitabh Bachchan, Sridevi, Sushmita Sen, Malaika Arora.
Vikram with 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 ( 2008), and Dulha Mil Gaya (2010). For the film, ‘Salaam-e-Ishq,’ he designed 800 costumes for the lead characters and the supporting cast.
film director
He directed two Marathi films Hrudayantar (2017) featuring Hrithik Roshan, and the Marathi film Smile Please (2019).
‘Hrudayantar’ movie poster
Vikram’s ‘Smile Please’ movie poster
Award
In 2005, he won the Technical Excellence Award for Best Costume Design for the film Mujhse Shaadi Karogi (2004).
Facts/Trivia
- Vikram’s parents are doctors, and they expected him to study medicine, but when he was in college, he was more interested in dancing and entertainment. He did not study medicine and chose a different career.
- In the early days of his career, he worked as a choreographer. Later, she got interested in fashion design. She decided to take up designing professionally after she got an opportunity to design a dress in one of the fashion shows.
- In an interview, he said that the person behind his professional growth is Salman Khan. She even calls him her godfather. In an interview, he talked about Salman and said,
He is comfortable in whatever he wears, he can carry off a suit with the same style and elegance as he can wear casual clothes. Whatever she wears is automatically ‘fashionable’.”
Vikram with Salman Khan and Priyanka Chopra at a press conference
- In an interview, she also talked about how she felt when she got the chance to design clothes for Amitabh Bachchan. He said,
I think the only time I was nervous was when I was dressing Mr. Bachchan. That was the moment for me that I was truly blessed and that I was doing something right. I don’t think there is anyone like him in the industry. Just working with him was special.”
Amitabh Bachchan at Vikram’s show
- In an interview, when he was asked about switching his career from design to filmmaking, he said,
It (directing) is not a deliberate attempt. I wanted to direct films since last 12-13 years. It took me a long time to write the subject. Directing a movie 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 ultimate thing. I won’t do a remake because I want to develop my own script. But I don’t think I can do horror or sex or comedy as a genre. All I can do is romance or social drama, two genres I know I’m comfortable with. Also, when I write my second film, I won’t decide on the language — but if not now, eventually, I will do a Hindi film. That is something I know for sure.”
- He also worked on a Hindi film titled ‘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 didn’t allow me to do it. I also realized that it was the wrong time to release such a story. But I don’t let limitations affect me. I wanted to make films for 13 years.”
- According to him, the movie ‘Smile Please’ he acted in is the true story of his mother’s life.
- In 2016, he held an event called ‘Adhvan,’ which marked Viram’s 25 years in the fashion industry.
Vikram’s show ‘Adhvan’
- In an interview, he gave advice to young designers and said,
According to me, there is no formula for success that can be followed. The reason is, if a+b=c, then everyone can follow it to the T and succeed. I have learned that success eventually follows, all you need is 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, the fashion show at the IIFA awards was held by fashion e-commerce Myntra, where Vikram designed the clothes.
Vikram at Myntra show
- In 2020, in the midst of the COVID-19 shutdown, Vikram made his contribution to helping stray dogs by donating money to an NGO. He also posted about the campaign on social media, and many actors re-shared his posts and made donations. Actor Ayushmann Khurrana tweeted about this.
Wild animals also need our help and attention! Great initiative by @vikramphadnis1. Let’s all come out and support him to make it happen! https://t.co/Ixfu2uHUy2
— Ayushmann Khurrana (@ayushmannk) March 28, 2020
- In 2021, he was confirmed positive for COVID-19. He posted an Instagram story to talk about this. In the story, he wrote,
I have tested positive for COVID and will ask those who contact 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 holds a glass of wine
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