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Arjun Rampal pays tribute to best friend Rohit Bal at India Couture Week 2025. Watch

Arjun Rampal pays tribute to best friend Rohit Bal at India Couture Week 2025. Watch

India Today4 days ago
Actor Arjun Rampal walked the ramp as a showstopper wearing his late friend and celebrated fashion designer Rohit Bal at the India Couture Week 2025. At the fashion event, Rampal paid an emotional tribute to his best friend, whom he misses dearly. Rohit Bal died on November 1, 2024, due to prolonged illness at the age of 63.Bal's team showcased his collection called Kash-Gul, an inspiration from Kashmir's beauty and the poetry of Gulistan - a garden of flowers. Rampal wore a black velvet kurta with silver embroidered designs that gave it a royal touch.advertisementDuring his walk, he paused for a bit, to remember his best friend. He patted his heart twice and pointed to the sky.
Take a look at the emotional moment: Speaking to ANI, Arjun Rampal said, "I had to hold them [my emotions]. That's what I had to do. It was difficult. He was my mentor, friend, best friend, great designer, great teacher and brother."When asked if there was a secret that the world may not know about Rohit Bal, he said, "I'll tell you what he told me. He said, 'Fashion is fun. Never take it seriously.'"Rohit Bal's death caused a void in the fashion industry and among his family and friends. Rampal shared a great bond with him and walked many shows for him.- EndsMust Watch
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