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Karan, Manish Launch Usha Kakade’s Production House

Karan praised Kakade’s vision and dedication, stating, “I am extremely excited to see what Usha Kakade Productions has in store for us. Usha will always have my support, and I am sure Usha Kakade Productions is going to be a tremendous success.”…reports Asian Lite News

Bollywood multihyphenate Karan Johar and celebrated fashion designer Manish Malhotra unveiled the logo of the production house, Usha Kakade Productions, spearheaded by Usha Kakade, a builder and dedicated social activist.

The event attracted several prominent figures from the Hindi and Marathi film industries, including Isha Koppikar, Rinku Rajguru, Laxmi Narayan Tripathi, Sumedh Mudgalkar, Tanishaa Mukerji, Sharmila Thackeray, Abhijeet Khedekar, Smita Gondkar, Sonali Kulkarni, Gauahar Khan, and Ashoke Pandit. It was held at the plush Taj Lands End in the Bandra area of Mumbai.

Karan praised Kakade’s vision and dedication, stating, “I am extremely excited to see what Usha Kakade Productions has in store for us. Usha will always have my support, and I am sure Usha Kakade Productions is going to be a tremendous success.”

He also expressed his anticipation for UKP’s first film, ‘Vicky – Full of Love’, underscoring his appreciation for Marathi cinema.

Manish applauded Kakade for her foray into film production, saying, “I am absolutely looking forward to Usha’s new venture. Just like in all other areas, Usha, under her banner, Usha Kakade Productions, is going to win all hearts.”

The production house reflects Usha Kakade’s commitment to both the arts and humanitarian causes.

In her address, Kakade expressed gratitude to all the dignitaries present. She underscored the importance of this new chapter in her life and her excitement about the potential of her production house to create inspiring and thought-provoking content.

“I am thrilled to kickstart this venture and embark on a new journey as a producer. I am confident it will be successful with the blessings and good wishes of Karan Johar,” she said.

With an illustrious 18-year career in the construction industry, Usha Kakade is also the founder of the Gravittus Foundation, which has impacted society by educating over 500,000 children about safe and unsafe touch, providing dental checkups to 80,000 children, and facilitating eye checkups and surgeries for 110,000 children.

The foundation has also collaborated with UNICEF to further educational and healthcare initiatives.

The event also saw the announcement of the first Marathi movie under the Usha Kakade Productions banner, titled ‘Vicky – Full of Love’.

The film stars Heymal Ingley and Sumedh Mudhalkar in the lead roles and is helmed by Tejpal Jayant Wagh.

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Manish’s ‘magnificent cocktail’ on the final day of LFW

A starry end to Lakme Fashion Week x FDCI 2023(ianslife)

Earlier in the day, Delhi-based designer Siddartha Tytler presented his collection, titled “2085”…reports Asian Lite News

You’re in for a visual treat when Bollywood’s favourite Manish Malhotra is the grand finale designer. From his opulent designs and lavish ensembles to his power-packed audience, it’s always a magnificent cocktail.

Malhotra roped in stars Aditya Roy Kapur and Ananya Panday as the showstoppers for his collection, “Diffuse”, which is designed for the youth and is cost-conscious. With more than a hundred models on the runway, there were a variety of styles on display representing the veteran designer’s signature elements – luxe layering, immaculate detailing and exquisite colour play.

There were a whole bunch of celebrities that were spotted, both on and off the runway. Karisma Kapoor walked for Ranna Gill and Malaika Arora for Bhumika Sharma. Gill’s summer line, “Casa De Flori” was an amalgamation of vibrant prints, free-flowing silhouettes and intricate detailing – pieces that are ideal for a holiday and a destination wedding.

Earlier in the day, Delhi-based designer Siddartha Tytler presented his collection, titled “2085”. Pop neon colours, oversized jackets and eclectic digital prints were the highlights of his athleisure-dominated line. The young and promising Ishaan Khatter walked for Tytler in a sheer jacket paired with striped trousers.

Some of the other stars who turned showstoppers were Nargis Fakhri for Sejal Kamdar, Nushratt Baruccha for Mahima Mahajan and Tamannaah Bhatia for Nirmooha. Designers Dhruv Vaish and Sahil Aneja presented their collections as well with very wearable and exciting options on the men’s fashion front. While Vaish opted for subtle tones and classic cuts, Aneja’s presentation of abstract prints, checked jackets and hoodies made for super cool separates.

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Manish’s bold and edgy diffuse collection at LFW X FDCI

Manish Malhotra will present the grand finale at LFW X FDCI(IANSLIFE)

Commenting on the Lakme Absolute Grand Finale and the showcasing designers, Harman Dhillon, Vice President Skin Care & Color Cosmetics at Hindustan Unilever Limited said, “We, at Lakme, are excited to bring to you another season of Lakme Fashion Week X FDCI…reports Asian Lite News

Designer Manish Malhotra’s Diffuse line comes together with Lakme for the Lakme Fashion Week X FDCI Grand Finale. The grand finale will be an extension of the brand’s newly launched #UnapologeticallyME campaign. Malhotra will showcase his bold and edgy Diffuse collection, in line with its ‘Find Your Core’ philosophy

Aiming to re-tag conventional titles and redefine the rules of fashion in line with Lakme’s philosophy of #UnapologeticallyME, the Manish Malhotra Diffuse collection will see a splash of game-inspired prints representing individuality, non-binary, fluidity and androgenous styles. The collection is steeped in the spirit of enabling everyone to find their core and express themselves unfiltered and the show is for the fashionistas who are ready to take on the world, looking and feeling their best both on and off the runway.

Commenting on the show, celebrity favourite, Manish Malhotra said, “Celebrating one year of Diffuse at the Grand Finale of Lakme Fashion Week X FDCI. The rules of fashion are being redefined, it’s time to re-tag. I’m excited to bring the next drop of Diffuse with striking digital prints in androgynous and futuristic designs along with Lakme’s bold endeavour to be #UnapoloegeticallyME. Let the games begin.”

Commenting on the Lakme Absolute Grand Finale and the showcasing designers, Harman Dhillon, Vice President Skin Care & Color Cosmetics at Hindustan Unilever Limited said, “We, at Lakme, are excited to bring to you another season of Lakme Fashion Week X FDCI. This season will be pivoted around our #UnapologeticallyME campaign that celebrates fashionist as at work – accomplished Indian women who unapologetically embrace fashion, beauty and themselves in all walks of life; women who prove that prioritising beauty does not strip them of their substance. Partnering with celebrated designer Manish Malhotra, who is known for pioneering trends through his Diffuse collection’s signature aesthetic, we look forward to our joint endeavour to redefine the new era of beauty and fashion in the country.”

Renowned makeup artist, Daniel Bauer will conceptualize the show-stopping makeup looks for the show this season, complementing the genius of Lakme and Manish Malhotra. Commenting on the concept of the show, he said, “The Lakme Grand Finale is the biggest and most influential fashion and beauty moment in our country. Through this show and with two icons of our industry, Lakme and Manish Malhotra, we’re going to confront and challenge what beauty stereotypes and goals mean in 2023 and beyond. No apology for who you are and the makeup you choose, we are championing Unapologetically Me for everyone, every day.”

The Lakme Grand Finale in collaboration with Manish Malhotra will be a spectacular show to watch out for. Held on the concluding day of Lakme Fashion Week in collaboration with FDCI, the collection encourages Indian women to embrace beauty and fashion unapologetically.

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