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News18
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Arjun Rampal Pays Tribute To Rohit Bal As Showstopper At India Couture Week 2025
Arjun Rampal took center stage at the Hyundai India Couture Week 2025, walking the ramp in honor of his late friend and legendary fashion designer, Rohit Bal. The designer passed away on November 1, 2024, and his latest collection, titled Kash-Gul, was unveiled posthumously by his team. This poignant presentation celebrated the elegance of Kashmir, Rohit Bal's homeland and drew poetic inspiration from Gulistan, a metaphorical garden of blooms.
India Today
2 days ago
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Rohit Bal's poetry in thread lives on through Arjun Rampal this couture season
At Hyundai India Couture Week 2025, Arjun Rampal took to the runway not just as a showstopper, but as a long-time friend paying homage to one of Indian couture's most iconic voices. The actor closed Rohit Bal's posthumous collection, Kash-Gul, wearing a black velvet sherwani that was both visually arresting and emotionally who passed away last year, had always used fashion to tell deeply personal stories. The maestro might not be among us anymore, but the creative team made sure his presence was felt through the collection, and they did a pretty brilliant job of upholding the label's design language that it stands for. View this post on Instagram A post shared by FDCI (@fdciofficial)advertisementRampal's sherwani, rooted in the theme of Kashmir and the poetry of the gulistan (garden of flowers), featured tiger motifs embroidered with silver threads. The velvet bandhgala was paired with matching black trousers and dark, polished boots. This is what you would call regal meets dandy. Rampal's cropped hair, faded sides, and subtle scruff lent the look a contemporary sharpness. Remembering his friend and mentor, Rohit Bal, the actor shared how, when the showstopper outfit arrived before last night's show, it had quintessential 'Gudda's fragrance'. It was, as he put it, like wearing a piece of his friend, his mentor, his Rohit Bal's posthumous showAs label, this was their first showcase on the runway after the death of the ace designer last year. It's rare, in the Indian fashion industry for a designer-led label to sustain itself after the passing of its founder, let alone continue with full-scale runway that's exactly what's happening with Rohit Bal's eponymous brand. In the absence of a named successor, the label is now being steered by an internal design team along with a newly appointed creative director, Fraze Tasnim, and they are quietly yet confidently keeping the wheels turning. View this post on Instagram A post shared by FDCI (@fdciofficial)Rohit Bal's label has managed to preserve its core design language, rich Kashmiri influences, hand embroidery, and a sense of theatrical elegance, without needing to radically rebrand or hand over the reins to a celebrity creative head or a conglomerate. Instead, it's relying on institutional memory and in-house continuity to carry forward the fashion houses like Christian Dior, Chanel, Givenchy, and Louis Vuitton have shown that legacy brands can thrive well beyond their founders, provided the right creative stewardship is in place.- EndsTrending Reel
NDTV
2 days ago
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Arjun Rampal Pays Tribute To Late Designer And Friend Rohit Bal At ICW 2025: "Legends Never Die"
Actor Arjun Rampal turned showstopper for his late friend and celebrated fashion designer Rohit Bal at Hyundai India Couture Week 2025. Rohit Bal died on November 1, 2024, and Kash-Gul, the latest collection from the designer's eponymous label, was presented by his team. The clothing line drew inspiration from the beauty of Rohit Bal's native Kashmir and the poetry of Gulistan, a garden of flowers. Rohit Bal's collection was presented at the Hyundai ICW 2025 on 28th July, which marked the sixth day of the event hosted at the Taj Palace in Delhi. Looking dapper in a black velvet kurta embellished with silver embroidery, actor-model Arjun Rampal strutted down the ramp in style. He also paused for a bit to remember his friend and designer Rohit Bal. View this post on Instagram A post shared by FDCI (@fdciofficial) At one point, the Om Shanti Om actor pointed at the sky and looked up, remembering the ace designer. While addressing the media, actor Arjun Rampal said, "Legends never die" as he paid rich tributes to his close friend and popular designer, Rohit Bal. Describing the late designer's positive energy, he said that the best part about Rohit Bal was that he never took fashion seriously. "Rohit said, 'Fashion is fun, and you should have fun with it'. We saw that in his clothes and his shows." "The team sent me this sherwani, and when I unzipped it, there was a fragrance - like a Gudda's (Rohit Bal) fragrance that his clothes have. There was a certain scent to that outfit. It's in no other outfit that I have ever worn," Arjun Rampal continued as he addressed all reporters in the crowd. Arjun Rampal praised Rohit Bal's team for putting together a great collection. "He must be dancing up there and feeling happy. He must be proud of you guys for putting this collection together. God bless you. And as I said, legends never die, they live on." The show ended like a signature Rohit Bal show. All the models, along with the brand's team and Arjun Rampal, danced as the audience clapped and gave a standing ovation to the late designer. This is not the first time the 52-year-old actor walked for the ace designer. Arjun Rampal has walked for him several times, including the grand finale of his Kashmir-inspired collection - Gulbagh - where he walked for him as the showstopper. About The Collection Called Kash-Gul, the collection draws inspiration from the serene beauty of Kashmir. "KASH-GUL is a reflection of the soul of Rohit Bal. In every stitch, there's memory; in every silhouette, a sense of home,' says Fraze Tasnim, Creative Director at Rohit Bal Couture. View this post on Instagram A post shared by FDCI (@fdciofficial) The outfits were in hues of ivory, black, and deep wine. Silhouettes were layered in Indian textiles such as Chanderi, Matka silk, and velvet, with intricate gold zardozi and fine threadwork.
News18
17-07-2025
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Ranveer Singh To Arjun Rampal: Which Dhurandhar Star's Fiery First Look Is Your Favourite?
1/7 Acting maverick Akshaye Khanna, who can easily slip into any role, also has us intrigued with his presence in Dhurandhar. (Image: Screengrab) Arjun Rampal's Dhurandhar look is perhaps the most surprising. The actor, who was last seen in Netflix's Rana Naidu, could be seen flashing a gold tooth and a menacing look in the teaser. (Image: Screengrab) Dhurandhar will release in theatres on December 5, 2025. (Image: Screengrab)
India.com
13-07-2025
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‘Yakeen nahi ho raha…', This actor makes big statement about his upcoming film, hugged director after seeing first reaction, movie is…, his name is…
Once known for his intense eyes and charismatic screen presence, this seasoned performer has now taken a darker turn. After making waves in the digital world with a chilling portrayal that left audiences unsettled, the actor, who once ruled the silver screen as a leading man, is now embracing shades of grey. Without revealing too much, he hinted at a powerful role in his upcoming film, which promises action, emotion and an unexpected twist. As whispers grow about this mysterious project, fans are eager to witness his cinematic transformation yet again. The star seems ready to challenge himself like never before. Who Is This Actor? Here we are talking about versatile actor Arjun Rampal, who is very excited about his upcoming film 'Dhurandhar'. He expressed happiness over the response to the film's first look and said that this film is completely different from any of his films to date. The actor said that he had never seen such a film before. The first look of Ranveer Singh-led 'Dhurandhar' is making waves on the internet, leaving the audience eagerly waiting for the film's release. The star cast includes Ranveer Singh, R Madhavan, Sanjay Dutt, Akshaye Khanna and Sara Arjun, who made a strong presence in the video, while Arjun Rampal looked unrecognisable in his rugged avatar. Arjun hugged director Aditya Dhar when he saw the enthusiastic response. What Arjun Rampal Said On Dhurandhar The first look of the film was warmly received, and many praised Arjun Rampal's rugged avatar. Sharing his experience of working on the project, Arjun said, 'This film is something I have never seen before, mujhe yakeen nahi ho raha. It is well researched and brilliantly made, with everyone giving their best. When I saw people's reaction, I hugged Aditya.' More About Dhurandhar The story of the film has a certain angst and grey shade, which is very new and unseen for the audience. I can't believe how Aditya Dhar pulled it off and surprised us all. Arjun has again made his debut as a grey character, with golden teeth, metal shades, a thick beard and a menacing smile. Arjun Rampal has won the hearts of the people as an actor. The 2-minute 40-second first clip of 'Dhurandhar' is enough to excite people. It is a mix of mystery, determination and high-octane action. The film will be released on December 5, 2025 in a brutal clash with Prabhas starrer 'The RajaSaab', helmed by director Maruthi.
