Selena Gomez joins Indian influencer Ankush Bahuguna; bakes pistachio tiramisu with him. How did it happen?
Milestone Moment for Bahuguna
Indian content creator Ankush Bahuguna recently had a memorable experience as he joined global beauty influencers for an exclusive baking session hosted by Selena Gomez in Malibu, California. The event, held ahead of the launch of Rare Beauty's new fragrance, brought together around 30 creators from around the world, with Bahuguna being the only Indian and the only male participant present.Organized by Rare Beauty, Gomez's cosmetics brand, the intimate session wasn't just about baking—it was a celebration of creativity and authenticity. Participants were treated to a luxury experience, complete with curated gifts including Rare Beauty products, Birkenstock slippers, Ray-Ban glasses, and even the newly launched Rare Beauty Eau de Parfum. The class also offered an opportunity to interact closely with Selena Gomez, who is currently in the spotlight for both her professional and personal milestones.Bahuguna documented the event on Instagram, sharing cheerful clips and photos of himself baking alongside Gomez and her fiancé Benny Blanco. The trio baked a pistachio tiramisu together, an experience Bahuguna described as deeply memorable. He shared how surreal it felt to bond with Gomez, someone he admired growing up, and praised her friendly and dedicated nature.Ankush Bahuguna has carved a unique space for himself in the content creation world. Trained as an architect and having briefly worked in the corporate sector, he transitioned into content creation full-time. Known for challenging gender norms through makeup, comedy, and storytelling, Bahuguna has gained over a million followers on Instagram and has appeared at events like the Cannes Film Festival.In his social media posts, Bahuguna expressed deep gratitude for the opportunity and called the Malibu experience a dream come true. He shared glimpses of his preparations, his stay in Los Angeles, and the thoughtful hospitality provided by the Rare Beauty team. Though fans are curious about the possibility of a future collaboration with Gomez, Bahuguna humbly noted that the moment itself was special enough.This appearance comes during a busy period for Selena Gomez, who is not only promoting Rare Beauty's fragrance but is also preparing for the upcoming season of her series Only Murders in the Building, set to premiere on September 9 on JioCinema in India.Additionally, Gomez has made headlines for her relationship with music producer Benny Blanco. The couple, who got engaged in December 2024, is reportedly planning a private wedding in Montecito, California this September. Despite the leaked details surrounding the ceremony, sources suggest the wedding plans remain unchanged due to the couple's tight work schedules.
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