Manish Malhotra Turns Producer With New Production House Stage 5; Kareena Kapoor Khan, Kajol Among Celebs To Wish Him
Fashion designer Manish Malhotra has announced his debut as a producer with his production house Stage 5. Malhotra has been a costume designer for many years and has worked on some of the biggest films in Bollywood. He said that he has always been fascinated by films and clothes and that his new production house will focus on both.
Ace fashion designer Manish Malhotra has added another feather to his hat as he announced his debut as a producer with his production house Stage 5. Taking to Instagram, Manish dropped the company's logo and wrote, "Ever since my childhood there’s a certain calling i’ve had for Clothes, Colours and Films . I was fascinated by fabrics , textures and music and watched every film wide eyed longing to be a part of Indian Cinema one day. The fascination with clothes grew me to becoming a costume designer and then to starting my Label after many years." Manish Malhotra Opens Up on Life Struggles, Shares His Inspiring Journey.
"Today after gratifying 3 decades of being in the movies I Present to you STAGE5 Production .. A company that will nurture different artistic voices from all over and take pride in the diversity of stories, collaborating with directors , writers , artist who are not only talented but also have a unique new vision .. @stage5production," he added. Best wishes have started pouring in for Manish from the members of the film and fashion industry.
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"Manish...More power to you...You are a mega achiever in fashion...and films are your passion...Stage 5 will be a testament of that passion...can't wait to see this journey unfold," Manish's close friend and director Karan Johar posted on Instagram Story. "Massive congratulations," actor Karan Tacker commented.
Actor Kareena Kapoor Khan also sent her best wishes to Manish. "So so happy for you my darling Manu. Love you....youuu the bestest," she wrote on Instagram Story. Manish Malhotra Bridal Couture Show: Janhvi Kapoor, Deepika Padukone & Other Popular Celebs Arrive in Style for the Big Night!.
Earlier in an interview with an entertainment portal Film Companion, Manish had revealed that actors like Zeenat Aman, Shabana Azmi and Abhay Deol "are working for his production." Manish also has plans to direct a movie. However, he has not announced his directorial project on social media yet. Meanwhile, on the designing front, Manish in July celebrated 18 years in the fashion industry. On July 20, he showcased his new collection at a grand Bridal Couture show in Mumbai. Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt, who shared screen space in Karan Johar's latest release Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, had turned showstoppers him.