Another Day, Another Post Of Manish Malhotra Where He Calls Rekha His ‘Obsession'
Ace fashion designer Manish Malhotra recently pulled out all the stops and hosted a grand celebration on his mother's birthday. The intimate yet star-studded gathering was a spectacle of glamour and style, attended by Bollywood heavyweights including Rekha, Karan Johar and Urmila Matondkar. To keep fans updated, the designer has been treating fans with a series of posts from the birthday bash, and it's nothing short of spectacular.
Among the many memorable moments from the evening, one particular picture has taken the internet by storm. The snippet captures Manish Malhotra and the veteran actress posing sweetly for the lenses while seated on a plush sofa. The two were striking a chic pose, exuding their million-dollar smile.
Manish shared the picture on Instagram, captioning it, 'At home with the #OneandOnly Iconic #REKHAJI. An Obsession. This picture and all its colours."
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Fashion-wise, the duo made effortlessly stylish statements. Manish opted for a classic black tee and pants, which he elevated with a crisp white jacket. Rekha, staying true to her signature style, wore a beige slit kurta with white pants. Layering it with a matching stole, oversized sunglasses and matching shoes, she outshone everyone in attendance with her classic and aesthetic look.
Not long ago, Manish Malhotra dropped another set of pictures from his celebration, allowing fans a glimpse of the intimate gathering. Karan Johar and Urmila were seen posing with his mother in one of the pictures. In the caption of the post, the ace fashion designer penned, 'Happy birthday mommy dearest…," with a series of red and pink heart emojis.
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Now let's talk about his professional front. Manish Malhotra gears up for his next big fashion milestone, India Couture Week 2025, organised by the Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI). Set to run from July 23 to July 30, the 18th edition of the crème de la crème of Indian couture promises an opulent display of Indian craftsmanship, high-fashion glamour and Bollywood celebrity appearances to add stardust to the most anticipated event.
Last year's edition concluded with a dazzling grand finale by Falguni Shane Peacock, featuring a series of hand-woven sequin sarees. Presented by Vicky Kaushal and Rashmika Mandanna, the collection earned widespread acclaim from fashion aficionados across the nation.
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