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<p><b style="font-weight:normal;" id="docs-internal-guid-c4471b38-7fff-4641-0b82-ccbb23a867f7"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Meet Nikita Singh Tomar, a fashion model, based in Lucknow ardently following her dreams. She is an extrovert and outgoing person who loves to be the center of attraction.&nbsp; With getting an opportunity in a cafe as a fashion model after graduation, there was no going back for her. When asked about fashion, Nikita says,</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">“Fashion for me is keeping up with the change, the trend. Today, Fashion trend is about getting the old fashion back with some modernity. We have to cope with the trend to be in the market”.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Nikita is strongly supported by her sister and parents who were a little skeptical and insecure about her entering the glamourous industry. But with time she proved her abilities. She has been into sports and dance. Sharing more about herself, she said,</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">“ Being an artist is a vast term, there’s a lot to explore and work upon. I want to enroll myself into a big modeling agency but I am never limited to any artistry field. If I get an opportunity of being an actor I would grab that. For me, each and every opportunity counts and I am a multi-talented person. I was a sports person in my school days and was a state level football player and a judo player”.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">&nbsp;Nikita said her first project was with Aura jewellery. She was groomed by Bangalore fashion week’s choreographer and worked with Kavya Mishra. Being averse to the industry, she did not know how the industry works but she learned a lot. Sharing more about her first experience, Nikita said,</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">“I was very naive at that time, was just looking at how the work was going. I did not even know how to walk. For a tomboy girl being in that shape of a proper girl with the look, accessories, attires and all was like what I am into? I obviously learned a lot but honestly my output wasn’t that good”.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Talking about her different experiences, Nikita revealed her biggest modeling accomplishment was when she did a fashion show for</span><a href="https://www.tanishq.co.in/" style="text-decoration:none;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#1155cc;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:underline;-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none;text-decoration-skip-ink:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Tanishq</span></a><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"> in 2019. Her longest photoshoot was in Lebua, Lucknow for two days. It was a bridal campaign where she worked for a new brand and turned about to be a successful project for her. Sharing more about her journey and the pandemic, Nikita said that she joined a Brand consultancy company as a marketing and operating executive and is still working. During the first lockdown, she groomed herself and gave an audition of Miss India. However, she got many projects, post lockdown.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">When asked how she handles feedback, Nikita said that she is an emotional being and negative comments have affected her. Elaborating more on this, she said,</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">“I have not liked it, criticisms do affect me but on the brighter side if that is true about me, I try to bring changes on that. But if it is not true, I don’t care. My family and close ones have supported me so if you overcome this, it will not only help me in this industry but wherever I go”</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Read: </span><a href="https://wmh.kweesha.com/pranav-superpower-is-autism-what-is-yours" style="text-decoration:none;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#1155cc;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:underline;-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none;text-decoration-skip-ink:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Pranav’s Superpower Is Autism, What Is Yours?</span></a></p><br><br></b></p>

“Fashion for me is keeping up with the change”, Nikita Singh Tomar, Fashion Model

<p><strong style="font-weight:normal;" id="docs-internal-guid-b5ed5105-7fff-89dd-85c9-571ddb09961c"><h3 dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:14pt;margin-bottom:4pt;"><span style="font-size:13pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Interview with Mannat Kaur: A Rising Star in the Delhi Makeup Industry</span></h3><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Welcome back readers to another series of makeup artists. </span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Today we come across a very strong and upcoming celebrity </span><a href="https://wmh.kweesha.com/makeup-hacks-for-a-person-with-a-warm-tone/" style="text-decoration:none;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#1155cc;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:underline;-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none;text-decoration-skip-ink:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">makeup</span></a><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"> artist who has been working very hard and has been very amazing with her work. Based in Delhi this make up artist has turned heads in every place. She with her work has influenced celebrities and also worked with them.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">The hardworking, super-busy freelance make-up artist recently found time to speak with our team to learn more about her.</span></p><h3 dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:14pt;margin-bottom:4pt;"><span style="font-size:13pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Let’s get her introduction.</span></h3><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:italic;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">I am Mannat Kaur, makeup artist, Delhi based Mua. At the Age of 18 I decided to learn Make up from academy. Days n’ Days went off, learned a lot of new stuff about makeup. Thus, stepped into a phase of my life where I was a MUA.</span></p><h3 dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:14pt;margin-bottom:4pt;"><span style="font-size:13pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">When did you realize that the makeup industry is the one you want to work in?</span></h3><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:italic;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">I have been an ardent fan of makeup industry since my childhood days.</span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"> Glamour and makeup have always been my favorite things.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">I have grown up watching Divas, like Guneet Virdi &amp; Kriti DS and was fascinated with hair and makeup since then that was my forthright passion and the time, and the experience turned my passion into professionalism.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:italic;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">I completed my graduation and simultaneously the makeup certification. Since I was fascinated by glamour, I became a MUA at the age of 18 after exposing myself to the makeup industry.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">What is your area of expertise?</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:italic;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">My way of doing makeup is to keep the skin at most natural and dewy finish. Transforming the eyes and hair is the best area where I want to develop my talent I can make any women look like a beauty with bear minimum USP.</span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:italic;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"><br></span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:italic;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Makeup works to my favor as I get to access and deliver a complete look.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">What beauty routine do you suggest for all brides – to – be?</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:italic;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Well, wedding is the most integral for brides and they prepare lot for it. Not just a month or two, but for all their teen life. The wedding day itself, however, required special attention.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:italic;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">That one day, when you are present in front of all your family friends &amp; acquaintances, that’s where I come in and make their life easier and usually suggest them to eat well, drink healthy detox juices which can certainly add glow to their skin and avoid too much of Carbs.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:italic;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Sleeping well and exercise, as the skin has a great effect of them to make it more glowing. Using a Vitamin-C serum day and night to lift and plump the skin for a bright and luminous touch and feel. For a rosy glow, pomegranate can be added to the diet daily</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:italic;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">In the end, though I love wedding and doing makeup for my brides. It’s the most amazing thing, when you must present a woman to an audience and gradually become of the center of attraction, like a showstopper in a fashion show.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">What is the best way for someone to contact you for queries/ bookings?</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Anyone can contact me via What's app or through, as I answer every individual call from anywhere in the world, making communication instant and faster.</span></p><h3 dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:14pt;margin-bottom:4pt;"><span style="font-size:13pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">What in your opinion is the most important quality in a make-up artist?</span></h3><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:italic;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">An individual must have excellent listening skills to implement in the work. In addition, as a first step toward becoming a good professional artist, attention to detail is essential.</span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:italic;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"><br></span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:italic;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">The important thing is to understand the client's expectations and use your skills to the best of your ability to meet those expectations.</span></p><h3 dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:14pt;margin-bottom:4pt;"><span style="font-size:13pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">How to prepare dry and oily skin for foundation makeup application?</span></h3><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:italic;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Oily skin must be toned before any makeup application to makes the pores closed.</span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"> To avoid cracks and makeup damage, dry skin needs to be moisturized well before makeup application.</span></p><h3 dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:14pt;margin-bottom:4pt;"><span style="font-size:13pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Explain your journey as a Makeup Artist.</span></h3><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:italic;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">I started to get into the field of makeup when I was in the school. My mom gifted me first makeup kit and I started to discover the Instagram Reels and YouTube makeup tutorials.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">During the pandemic, I concentrated on learning new makeup techniques by exploring the internet as thoroughly as possible.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:italic;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">I completed my Professional Course following high school, which provided me with a solid foundation for pursuing this career.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:italic;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Eventually, I had the chance to do my first Celebrity Makeup for one of the most famous singers in the world, Afsana Khan. This gave me confidence and gave me a boost.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:italic;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">But the inner me wanted to learn more so I usually attend Master Class</span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:italic;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"><br></span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:italic;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Finally, my experience and hard work enabled me to establish the Home Makeup Studio, where I began training new aspirants, many of whom are now certified by me.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:italic;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">I am dedicated myself to using my best skills to be more and more efficient for well known brands who are approaching me for collaborations.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:italic;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">My efforts will always remain focused on keeping someone's natural beauty intact while lending an incredible transformation to them.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">With this we move on to another makeup artist for next month. while </span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/_glamour_by_mk/" style="text-decoration:none;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#1155cc;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:underline;-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none;text-decoration-skip-ink:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Mannat</span></a><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"> can be found on </span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/_glamour_by_mk/" style="text-decoration:none;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#1155cc;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:underline;-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none;text-decoration-skip-ink:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">instagram</span></a>&nbsp;<span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">and can be located in Delhi mostly, she is open to travel for specific bookings.</span></p><br><br></strong></p>

Interview with Mannat Kaur: A Rising Star in the Delhi Makeup Industry

<p>This edition of <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/">WMH India</a> also features Nagashree, a software engineer, and a model. She has won many pageants to her country in events in the US. We got some time to talk to her and get to know her better. Please read about her next.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Q - How would you describe yourself as a person? I am Nagashree, a Software Engineer by profession.&nbsp;</strong></p><p>I am the winner of Miss Bharat Illinois 2021 &amp; runner up of Miss South Asia World 2022 &amp; Miss Bharat California 2022. In terms of interests, I have a wide range. I love fashion, my passion for fashion made me pursue modeling &amp; fashion shows are my favourites. I enjoy dancing as a hobby &amp; I am a wanderlust too.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Q - What/who inspired you to become a model?</strong></p><p>The passion in me to see fashion in every walk of life made me pursue modeling.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Q - For most the journey is quite difficult, where do you think you struggled the most, to build your career in modeling? </strong></p><p>It's difficult most of the time to gain an opportunity you are longing for. It's my dream to walk for all the wonderful designers in the world. I am longing to gain an opportunity to work with my dream team of world's best designers, photographers &amp; artists.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Q - If given a chance to change one thing in your life from the past, what would you change and why? </strong></p><p>I would start modeling at an earlier age that I did now.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Q - What is your short-term goal in the next 1-2 years? </strong></p><p>Work with best designers in the world &amp; explore the magic they create with the dream team of artists. What’s your dream job? Walk for all the designers in the world &amp; be a part of the Cannes Film festival.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Q - If not modeling, then what would you be doing?</strong></p><p>Currently I am a software engineer, so probably that’s what I would be doing.</p><p>We wish you the very best for the future and hope a lot of people get inspired and take your advice to start with <a href="https://www.worldmodelhunt.com/get-started-with-your-travel-modeling-career/">modeling</a> at an early age than later and pursue it as a main career.</p><p>Picture Credits: Jay - San Francisco, CA</p>

Meet Nagashree: The Software Engineer-Turned-Model Who's Making Waves in the Fashion World

<p>Juhi Kaur Virdi is one such model who aspires to reach heights in her career. Being a down-to-earth person, she respects everyone irrespective of their profession. Juhi works hard each day to learn something new. Her overall personality motivates her to stay determined and grow in the industry. Juhi Kaur Virdi started her modeling career in the year 2017, since then she is not leaving any stone unturned. Let us know what she has to tell about her modeling career so far.</p><p><br></p><p>Asking about what made her turn to modeling, Juhi Kaur Virdi replied that modeling is one such career that is very lucrative and it opens a door of new opportunities for passionate and talented individuals.</p><p><br></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>"You feel good about yourself because you know you look good and you do what makes you feel happy. Blessed with good height personality motivates me to grow in the industry. Your personality, your hard work and your professionalism makes you successful.&nbsp;</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>My journey so far has been a good thing that happened in my life, I enjoy every moment of my profession"</strong></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Belonging to a middle-class family she had to do a 9-5 job to support her family. Juhi started her career as a fresher. She feels very grateful to her friends and family who have supported her at every stage of her life. Earlier it was difficult for her to manage time and but she followed what she loved doing. Talking about this she said,</span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>&nbsp;"First it was difficult to manage job and modeling but later I realized if u want to achieve your dreams you need to be focused and do what you love. So I took the chance to get into modeling and now I am here, rocking the stage"</strong></span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Being a girl, choosing a modeling career at times becomes challenging as people judge you and often parents do not support their daughters. But in this case, Juhi Kaur Virdi feels lucky to have the support of both her parents.</span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>"Yes being Punjabi its difficult for girl to step in such platform. But here, I was lucky enough to be blessed with supportive parents. At my initial stage, my mom use to come with me for auditions and use to attend shows. I am blessed to have such mom dad, they never stopped me from achieving my dreams"</strong></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">The biggest influence in Juhi's life is her family. Further, she expressed,</span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>"Every one in this world influence me , poor person, workers, employees, shopkeeper, deliveryperson, rich person, billionaire as at every stage they have there own story and struggle. Watching them influences me to be motivated and passionate in life."</strong></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></span></span></span></span></p>
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<p><br></p><p>Juhi started her journey by participating in her city's beauty pageant. Her main motive was to groom herself and get an experience of how things work. She feels every aspiring model should participate in a pageant that gives basic knowledge about the modeling industry. Juhi mentioned how she got her first show</p><p><br></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>"I didn't win but out of 20 contestants I was selected for brand shoot by one of the famous designer who came to judge the show. They specially came backstage and offered me my first project. That was a proud moment for me and I will never forget."</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A piece of advice Juhi gave to all the aspiring models was to love and be proud of your work. A model should respect her work as not everyone gets a chance to work in the industry. Also, struggles are a part of the journey. So, if a person wants to be successful then they should hustle.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></p>

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<p><br></p><p>While discussing her struggles in life Juhi mentioned, that in many auditions she faced rejections. Also, she used to travel daily from Navi Mumbai to Mumbai for the auditions. She struggled at making new contacts. But slowly and gradually she became confident in facing people and making contacts in the industry.</p><p><br></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong style="font-size: 16px;">"Now I am so strong and confident enough to deal will all situations."</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In the career span of 5 years, Juhi Kaur Virdi has worked with many famous designers in the Fashion industry. She has also done many shows like <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lakmefashionwk/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Lakme Fashion Week</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/timesfashionweek/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Times Fashion Week</a> and many more. Juhi keeps herself busy and always motivates herself to work for her goals.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>"There are time were you face lots of failures but we need to keep our mind busy. Motivation of my life it to be active, available and updated"&nbsp;</strong></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Juhi aspires to be a famous blogger,<span style="font-weight: 400;"> groomer, choreographer, director, artist, and influencer. </span>When asked about her future plans Juhi Kaur Virdi mentioned, her basic rule in life is to keep moving forward. Also, she believes in working hard in the present and future will organize itself without any extra effort.</span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>"I never plan for future. Basic rule of life is to go with the flow"</strong></span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Read: </strong><a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/breaking-all-the-norms-aayushi-rajput-made-herself-in-modeling">Breaking all the norms, Aayushi Rajput made herself in modeling</a><br></span></span></span></p>

Juhi Kaur Virdi “I never plan for future. Basic rule of life is to go with the flow”

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/anupriyapari/">Anupriya</a> is someone who never was into flicks and Bollywood. Once her father’s photographer friend approached her to get clicked and that’s when her journey began. She started posting these pictures on social media and started getting offers hereafter. Anupriya Chakraborty HR by profession but model by inspiration She believes it was the people around her who motivated her and were credited for the inspiration she got to pursue <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/modeling-is-the-greatest-form-of-expression-fashion-model-julaikha-shah/">modeling</a>.&nbsp;</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>“I am not one of those who used to watch a lot of fashion shows or Bollywood movies. Frankly speaking, I had a knack for getting clicked for many years and never thought of taking this field very seriously. So not a thing, but the people around me inspired me to become whatever I am doing right now.”</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><span style="font-weight: 400;">It’s very important to be grateful for whatever you have and this is what we learn from the model, Anupriya. She believes that her present is perfect whatever way it is. She is satisfied doing what she’s doing and is grateful for all that she has. Since many people hold a mentality that modeling is easy and a cakewalk, it isn’t. She thinks it’s very important to stay true to who you are to become what you want.&nbsp;</span></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>‘I would say the most important thing to becoming a model is to “be yourself”. Never change who you are from inside or outside for making someone happy. Modeling is a great way to entrust self-confidence in a person and you can also earn money side by side. If someone is being themselves, they can become a great model. And in the age of social media, people are getting more and more reach. But it’s important to build one’s experience and portfolio to grow consistently in their career. But I strongly feel one thing: Nothing is easy. You need to have a strong determination and work hard to excel in any field.’</strong></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><span style="font-weight: 400;">The changing trends and ways in the industry can not hold for a person but bringing in diversity has become a necessity and hence Anupriya also acknowledges the same.</span></strong></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>‘There was a time when girls had to visit countless photographers and pay a buttload of money to get their photos clicked. And even if they managed to get some of their photos clicked, it was a difficult task to become a professional model. Now in this digital era, when almost 90% of people are on social media, anyone can become a big celebrity in a matter of hours. So, the process has become much easier as compared to times when there were no social media.’</strong></span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><span style="font-weight: 400;">Along with being self, when entering a field like modeling, everyone has a professional strength and a work ethic. It is unique to an individual. Both, play a vital role in framing the personality of a person.&nbsp;</span></strong></span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>‘ I feel my greatest strengths are my dedication, attention to detail, punctuality, and hard work. I find enough satisfaction in my job to complete every task and prioritize every detail in order to deliver perfection every time. I tend to follow each and every instruction provided by photographers and show mutual respect to everyone, irrespective of their job profile.’</strong></span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><span style="font-weight: 400;">Everyone has experiences that help the growth in any field of profession. So do Anupriya and she describes her experience with Mr. Bhaskar Chakraborty as,</span></strong></span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>‘<a href="https://www.instagram.com/fadedvision666/">Mr. Bhaskar Chakraborty</a> is very professional in his work and pays minute attention to details and makes sure everyone understands what he’s expecting from them. So many times I’ve worked with him, he has never made me feel as if I’m working and always tried to make me comfortable. This has allowed me to stay natural and be more expressive in my pictures.’</strong></span></span></span></span></p>

Anupriya Chakraborty, HR by profession but a model by inspiration

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">It’s So Much Fun To Style People And Great To See Happiness. Meet Anjali Phougat, a <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/the-promising-diversity-of-the-fashion-industry/">fashion designer</a> making headlines in the United States. Anjali has been in the fashion industry for over 15 years now and is turning heads with her designs. She runs a boutique in the US with a clientele that surpasses the South Asia community there. Anjali Phougat is based in Central Ohio. A world record holder and a fashion designer. She is a celebrity stylist, entrepreneur, and founder of Designer Dream Collection. A luxury brand in the fashion industry. She specializes in wedding styling &amp; customization of jewelry and outfits and gained national attention through her work with celebrities and contributions in the fashion world, beauty pageants, New York Fashion Week, and Cannes film festival by showcasing her intriguing jewelry and red carpet collection.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></p>

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<p><br></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Recently, Miss Universe Harnaaz Kaur Sandhu wore a Saree by DDC in her homecoming preparation video where she shared about Indian culture with her global audience on the miss Universe page.</span></p><p><br></p><p><em><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>“Since childhood, I wanted to be a fashion designer but after winning miss Haryana's crown my dresses got great attention and I decided to pursue my passion.”</strong></span></em></p><p><em><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></em></p><p><em><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><span style="font-weight: 400;">Then one thing led to another and now here she is making headlines and doing her family proud. Her love for designing flashes in her designs.</span></strong></span></em></p><p><em><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></em></p><p><em><span style="font-weight: 400;"><em><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>“What else you can ask for when passion becomes a profession and work does not feel like work anymore. It’s so much fun to style people and great to see happiness, Confidence, and joy it brings in their life. That’s very rewarding and gives me immense joy.”</strong></span></em></span></em></p><p><em><span style="font-weight: 400;"><em><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></em></span></em></p><p><em><span style="font-weight: 400;"><em><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><span style="font-weight: 400;">Anjali like others did have to go through struggles. It’s obvious that her hard work and struggles did pay her a good deed.&nbsp;</span></strong></span></em></span></em></p><p><em><span style="font-weight: 400;"><em><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></em></span></em></p><p><em><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>“The strategies that have helped me through my journey are not giving up and staying focused. I strongly feel consistency is the key to success because no one becomes successful overnight. Everyone will face different challenges during their journey.</strong></span></em></p><p><em><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></em></p><p><em><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Every day I put my plans on paper and continuously work towards my goals to keep myself on track and feeling productive from the moment I wake up. Every day I try to learn something new and do at least one act of kindness to bring joy to others’ lives.”</strong></span></em></p><p><em><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></em></p><p><em><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><span style="font-weight: 400;">Everyone knows that the fashion industry is an all-time evolving industry. Over time this industry has seen many changes. Women are becoming more vocal about their rights to be paid similarly to men. Even when it comes to belonging to a given background, being a specific size, colour, or height. The industry keeps on seeing changes and it never sleeps. The fashion industry also plays a very vital role in empowering women&nbsp; </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Anjali has similar thoughts as she said,</span></strong></span></em></p><p><em><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></em></p><p><em><span style="font-weight: 400;">“Time is changing and fashion is evolving.</span></em></p><p><em><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></em></p><p><em><span style="font-weight: 400;">Gone were the days when models were required to be size 0. The biggest example is my New York Fashion Week looks where I had models of all shapes and sizes. Fashion plays a big role and clean and polished looks instantly help in boosting Confidence and when we are confident, women can rule the world.”</span></em></p><p><em><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></em></p>

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<p><br></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">When she was asked what she would have been doing today if not fashion designing she said, social services and empowering other women. </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Anjali knows and believes that each individual has a unique style and it is definite that it would differ from others. When asked about her personal style she said,</span></p><p><br></p><p><em><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>“My style reflects my personality and I love the comfort and being myself. Saree is my fav garment and I recently designed a saree for miss Universe Harnaaz Kaur Sandhu's homecoming prep video for sharing Indian culture with miss world's global audience.</strong></span></em><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>”</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">When asked a few to-the-point questions, Anjali had some amazingly inspirational answers.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">- If you get a chance to go back and tell your younger self one thing what would it be?</span></p><p><br></p><p><em><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>“Though it won’t be possible I would tell myself to be confident and tell me that I am very proud of myself for knowing my passion at a very young age and having the courage to peruse it despite all the challenges.”</strong></span></em></p><p><em><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></em></p><p><em><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><span style="font-weight: 400;">Towards the end, we asked her for a piece of advice. An advice she’d like to give to the people who are planning to join the fashion industry. She stated five points, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/anjali_phougat6/">Anjali</a> said,</span></strong></span></em></p><p><em><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></em></p><p><em><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><em><span style="font-weight: 400;">“Never follow trends, b</span></em><em><span style="font-weight: 400;">e consistent, b</span></em><em><span style="font-weight: 400;">e creative, e</span></em><em><span style="font-weight: 400;">xplore opportunities and n</span></em></strong><em><span style="font-weight: 400;">ever hesitate to experiment with new looks and learn from your past mistakes”</span></em><br></span></em></p>

It’s So Much Fun To Style People And Great To See Happiness’, Fashion Designer, Anjali Phougat

<p>Meet the beautiful and talented fashion model Julaikha Shah who is making her name in the industry with her consistency. This young confident woman is working hard towards her passion each and every day. Therefore, she is hustling hard to achieve milestones in her career. Born and brought up in Darjeeling, Julaikha grew up studying in a convent. She was a tomboy, taking an avid interest in sports. But nowhere keen on modeling, although she was fond of dressing up.</p><p><br></p><p>For her graduation, Julaikha moved to Kolkata. Initially, it was a struggle staying alone in the city without having the comfort of home. Having to fend for everything for herself. Suddenly one fine day, one fellow photographer approached her while walking on campus. He wanted to take her portraits. Hence, from there, the dots just connected each other. Adding to which she revealed,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"It was an amazing feeling knowing a part of me which I could have never discovered had it not been for that one photographer who most randomly wanted to take portraits of me. That very experience played a huge role in me getting to know my talents and capabilities better. However, I have always been more inclined towards studies. I want to pursue my academics with utmost focus with studying criminal psychology. Being in front of the camera will always be my happy zone. I will always enjoy coming back into my element whenever it allows me to"</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Modeling to her is the greatest form of expression. The one which she is most fluent in. Julaikha finds it beautiful to have the ability to be able to speak to the person viewing an image of her, without the use of words, but through body language, actions and emotions. Modeling is a way of bringing to life the ideas of a designer. And models get to play the final piece of that puzzle, completing hours of labor by countless people.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"Having the ability to portray someone’s vision and bring it to life. Being able to speak in an universal language through my images is where lies the true beauty of modeling in my eyes. Being paid for something you love doing is always a blessing. Also, getting to wear the best of clothes and designs and get photographed in them. This is something that excites me till now before every single shoot. Further having the power to inspire others and little girls in the right manner is something that is equally empowering. It is one of the most satisfying aspects of my job".</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Julaikha considers herself lucky enough to come across some of the best people who have helped her in her journey. She has worked for 145 east, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kompaneroofficial/?hl=en">Kompanero</a> which was her biggest break, featuring her on billboards across the city. Even as far as the U.K, Femina, <a href="https://www.vogue.in/">Vogue,</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/harpersbazaarus/">Harper’s Bazaar</a>, and many other brands. Julaikha's career really took off after she came back to Kolkata after the first lockdown. Working with the most renowned people in the industry, for and national brands like IDEE, image Eyewear, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/dotandkey.skincare/?hl=en">Dot and key</a>, Dolly Jain, etc. Also for regional brands like Tatwam, Neha Vaswani which featured on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lakmefashionwk/?hl=en">Lakme Fashion wee</a>k, Keya Seth to name a few. Not only this, but Julaikha also had her hoarding in Mumbai for the brand Wearinsom. Moreover, she also was on the cover of The Telegraph Kolkata for Vaani Baiswal.</p><p><br></p>

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<p><br></p><p>Recalling her different shoots experiences, Julaikha told about one shoot which she enjoyed the most.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"My most fun shoot ever was when there was an all-girls team (from the photographer to the stylist). It did not feel like working for once. We were all doing what we do best and the outcome was better than ever. Until that day I was always conscious about my smile. Maybe because as models we are mostly needed to keep a poker face on during the shoot and are rarely asked to smile. That very day I was told that I had a beautiful smile. This massively changed my perspective.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>I entirely enjoyed the flow of the shoot. The best part was when I got home from an entire day of working, to my surprise I was not exhausted. I did not have harrowing stories of woe to share and I was not drained. Instead what I felt was proud, accomplished and satisfied".</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Julaikha is a humble and down-to-earth person who respects everyone. She wishes models are not taken for granted and the work they do is not deemed to be easy. Behind the glam, lies actual people and not mannequins. Even they feel tired after shooting for hours in the heat and wearing high heels. She often rejects such requests if not asked properly, reject shoots if it does not meet her bare minimum budget. She wishes these little changes make people think and realize that it is important to treat models viewing them in a human light. This can bring about a change in the bigger framework of the modeling industry.</p><p><br></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">There are big industries that have been accused of not giving fair wages to their workers. Their condition got worse in the pandemic. Talking about the rights of workers as they play a major role in the industry, Julaikha said,</span></p><p><br></p><p><strong>"It is a known fact that during a global pandemic when the entire world was at a pause. It was a knee-jerk reaction from major international brands who put up a series of processes to protect their profits, whilst pushing the cost onto those who can least afford it. This was heartbreaking and infuriating at the same time to think about how far could such renowned brands go to save some extra money while exploiting their workers who were only earning poverty wages. I whole heartedly condemn this and will never be in support of it".</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>When Julaikha walked in for her first professional shoot, she had never thought this one camera and a few lights would have such a huge impact on her life. From seeing the tears in the eyes of her parents when they saw her first-ever billboard, magazine feature, and newspaper cover, to being flooded with messages from young girls from the hills back home, of how they cite her as an example to their parents. Her life has taken a huge turn in these past 2-3 years.</p><p><br></p><p>Julaikha believes modeling can bring a huge impact on people and society. Adding to which, she says,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"Modeling, although not many might perceive it such, can bring about a profound impact on the lives of many people in society. Contributing to widening the horizon of opportunities for many young girls.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>Coming from the hills and from a Muslim household, where even the thought of modeling is frowned upon in most households which are conservative. Seeing one of their own do well with utmost dignity while holding their head up high. This will definitely give wings to the thought of young girls from similar households to not be afraid to pursue their dreams in any career of their choice".</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>Also Read: <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/interviews/i-have-my-own-fashion-and-i-like-to-show-it-digital-creator-aishwari-surve/" rel="bookmark"></a></strong><a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/interviews/i-have-my-own-fashion-and-i-like-to-show-it-digital-creator-aishwari-surve/" rel="bookmark">“I Have My Own Fashion And I Like To Show It”, Digital Creator, Aishwari Surve</a><a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/interviews/i-have-my-own-fashion-and-i-like-to-show-it-digital-creator-aishwari-surve/" rel="bookmark"></a><br></p>

“Modeling Is The Greatest Form Of Expression”, Fashion Model, Julaikha Shah

<p>Shubhi Dhaneta is a talented and strong lady pursuing her dream in the glamour industry at 18. She hails from the 'Pink City' Jaipur, Rajasthan, and Currently, she is pursuing her degree in Bachelor of Arts. Shubhi has her interests in many fields than just modeling, she is a basketball and Karate player, dancer, and makeup artist.</p><p><br></p><p>Coming to her modeling journey, she shares her obsession for modeling since her childhood days.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>From my childhood, I was obsessed with pageants and the glamour industry. I used to tell my mom that I want to be like the pageant models. I decided to go for modeling then.<br>Also, the pageant is all about a strong young woman who is confident and empowered with the goal. And, I feel I can inspire other women as well with my job.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>https://www.instagram.com/p/CJlffSNBaf-/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link</p><p><br></p><p>Currently, Shubhi is preparing herself for civil services. As she wants to contribute to the nation in some way. Following this, Shubhi very strongly supports women's empowerment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"Absolutely, I strongly believe in women's empowerment. I think right now, I want more women leaders and representatives to come up, inspire and support other women as well. It is very important because, there is equality but not fairness. Hence, I use my social media to inspire others. Also, I always try to help other girls who want to pursue such careers. This is what our duty is, to support, because together as a community, we conquer all".</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Shubhi uses her social media to bring a social change, and actively works towards it.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"I keep posting and creating awareness on a regular basis. Also, coming from girls' school I make sure that how important it is to be independent and empowered in the current situation".</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Shubhi's parents were against her modeling initially, as they were concerned about her studies. But, if you are passionate about anything you cross all the hurdles to achieving it.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"My parents were against modeling because they feel it will affect my studies.. But, if you are passionate enough and want to pursue it, you definitely make it. You have to prove everyone wrong and need to work really hard to manage both things. Similarly, I proved my parents wrong by scoring well in my exams. Hence, they let me pursue it.<br>It uses to be really tiring some days but it is what it is. You need to work hard".</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Shubhi was entitled with <a href="https://www.google.co.in/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwirgtPSjYHyAhU4umMGHXCDBGQQFjANegQIAhAD&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fen.wikipedia.org%2Fwiki%2FMiss_Diva&amp;usg=AOvVaw0cGGFs_upBP93g7zH2y78W">Miss Style Diva 2020</a>, in <a href="https://www.google.co.in/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwiH3-rJ_oDyAhXuzzgGHRhnD6cQFjABegQIBBAD&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fm.beautypageants.in%2Fmiss-india%2Flearn-more-about-vlcc-femina-miss-india-rajasthan-2020-aruna-beniwals-life-story%2Farticleshow%2F80147585.cms&amp;usg=AOvVaw0ALwaX5y082waV16QQUtZQ">Miss Rajasthan</a> which was her first pageant. Later, she worked with brands like <a href="https://www.google.co.in/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjT57eDjoHyAhUh5DgGHZDxAA4QFjADegQIBRAD&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.justdial.com%2FJaipur%2FKishore-Textile-Opp-Jhulelal-Market-Bapu-Bazar%2F0141P141STD51070_BZDET&amp;usg=AOvVaw0JtIMmt8KUuwJAWW5ZO4iK">Kishore Jaipur</a>, <a href="https://www.google.co.in/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjmwd6kjoHyAhXGzjgGHU84B1kQFjAAegQIAxAD&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Flakmeindia.com%2F&amp;usg=AOvVaw2Pq7EsDENOM54XISX5xr9E">Lakme</a>, <a href="https://www.googleadservices.com/pagead/aclk?sa=L&amp;ai=DChcSEwibxbC1joHyAhUznUsFHZJaCWAYABAWGgJzZg&amp;ae=2&amp;ohost=www.google.co.in&amp;cid=CAESQeD2A2wG_vt7ATrba3QHxTQ9ggcizyu5IHH8qfrBa35Jk06MlVSegWXqGNOSj4DoiiZWFWi-FgsURr5UvJJlYjIX&amp;sig=AOD64_0mVqjCPYqSR6XYVKPO3aSrKrbrDQ&amp;q&amp;adurl&amp;ved=2ahUKEwiBl6i1joHyAhV7zTgGHZwuAqoQ0Qx6BAgCEAE">Coco Soul</a>, <a href="https://www.google.co.in/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwj71NbMjoHyAhVZwjgGHSOqBdwQFjABegQIBhAD&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FDbydushyant%2F&amp;usg=AOvVaw1_4sWnkJpcPlyJGXswh8x_">Dbydushyant</a>, <a href="https://www.google.co.in/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjNronZjoHyAhVzzDgGHZboBhkQFjAeegQISxAD&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fen.wikipedia.org%2Fwiki%2FSatrangi&amp;usg=AOvVaw0ED2U0H4EyqHoTOKsT_6bh">Satrangi</a>, <a href="https://www.google.co.in/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjJ_8GAj4HyAhVdzjgGHWeLDFsQFjAXegQIHBAD&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fmyglamm%2F%3Fhl%3Den&amp;usg=AOvVaw1mbjM3ijWcXAHn1DO-lxCI">My Glam</a>, <a href="https://www.google.co.in/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwirsa-Pj4HyAhWA4zgGHZBrCJYQFjAAegQICxAD&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fnicciskincare.com%2F&amp;usg=AOvVaw0wAyub0v5JLpC8uTQ-x85J">Nicci Skincare</a>, and many more. She has shot with <a href="https://www.1589hotels.com/hotels-and-resorts/bandarwara/clarks-resort-bandarwara.htm">Clarks Bandhanwara</a>. Moreover, sharing about her first experience Shubhi says,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"Miss Rajasthan was a completely life-changing experience for me. As I was probably the youngest among all the top 28 girls. My overall personality changed for the good. I finally figured out, where my interest lies. This pageant gave my career a peak and I am so lucky to be a part of it . When I got the subtitle of Style Diva, I was super happy. I love to experiment with my dressings, so yes, it was worth it".</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Modeling changed Shubhi's life both professionally and personally. But, coming to her personal life it is a combination of both positive and negative.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"I love to face the camera. Now, I know this is where I belong to. This career groomed my personality and made me believe that dreams come true. This career is very fascinating. Thus, deals with a lot of taboos too. People often make some wrong assumptions which are quite demotivating. Other than that, I absolutely love my profession and this impacted my life for a good".</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Shubhi has gone through a real tough time, where people use to bully her on her weight and beauty. But nobody was able to break her strength and motivation for her career, hence she made her own way.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Before joining this industry everyone told me that I do not look like a model because of body weight and the not-so-perfect beauty. All those things made me feel very devastating, as this career is opposite to what my parents want me to pursue. But, I gathered all my courage, stepped into this glamour world and did it for myself.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Her experience in the industry has been learning and fulfilling at the same time.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"My experience till now is really great. This industry is safe and has lots of options and career paths. You experience new things and meet new people and obviously, you get face value.<br>Although, things take time consistency is something that matters here".</strong><br></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Talking more about the role of social media in today's world, Shubhi says,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"Social media is a boon to this generation. It not only creates awareness but also supports real talent and could make people go viral, who need it. For me, it is something where I show my skills. Being a self-taught makeup artist, who serves looks on Instagram, this is a great platform".</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Shubhi also expresses her gratitude towards her mother as she considers her as the source of motivation to her.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"The source of my motivation would be my mom. She keeps pushing me to be out of the box and to be extraordinary. Also, I love to step out of my comfort zone. So anything for me could be inspiring".</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Shubhi wants to break the taboo around menstruation in society.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Girls in my community are asked to sleep on the floor, not go to the kitchen or temples during their menstruation cycle.<br>These myths are really of no use and it is 2021, we need to stop spreading them.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>It was really very positive interviewing Shubhi Dhaneta, hope you had something to take away from this.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>ALSO READ:</strong> <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/interviews/if-you-work-hard-today-no-one-can-stop-you-from-having-a-better-tomorrow-gopal-tiwari/" rel="bookmark">“If You Work Hard Today, No One Can Stop You From Having A Better Tomorrow” Gopal Tiwari</a><br></p>

“Try To Attempt For The Impossible In Order To Learn And Grow As A Better Person”, Shubhi Dhaneta

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Meet Aishwari Surve, a young and growing fashion influencer and digital creator from Ratnagiri. She works hard each day to learn something new. Her overall personality motivates her to stay determined and grow in the industry. Aishwari started her modeling career in the year 2016, and since then she is not leaving any stone unturned. Currently, she is pursuing Bachelor's Home science in Hospitality and tourism management from S.N.D.T University, Juhu, Mumbai. Aishwari comes from a fashion designing background.&nbsp;</span></p><p><br></p><p><strong>"M</strong><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>y aunt is a fashion designer. Therefore, I do modelling for her. Also, I watch my grandmother design clothes, from then I have been started taking interest in fashion. And as of now in present time, everything is about fashion. I have been getting so many compliments about my dressing sense. So, I started posting my pictures on social media. Buying new trendy fashion clothes, jewellery and everything or just mix matching with some old stuff and have been creating content. And here I am now".</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><span style="font-weight: 400;">Aishwari got her first project in 2016, as she modeled for her aunt's boutique, InVogue. And since then she has been getting collaboration projects. However, being so much into fashion, Aishwari never wanted to pursue her graduation in fashion. She has her own fashion and likes to show it. Furthermore, she is planning to have a master's</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">&nbsp;degree in Human Resource Management. </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Talking about it, she has always wanted to do it from the day she started her bachelor's in HTM. Aishwari wants to be her own boss, and digital creation always will going to be a part of her life. She will always be creating content.</span></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></strong></span></p>

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<p><br></p><p>Aishwari loves traveling and her love for it has taken her to many places. She has even lost the count and has done two international trips to Dubai and Thailand. <span style="font-weight: 400;">And recently went to Ladakh. The top places on her bucket list are Maldives, New York, Los Angeles, Greece, and Europe.&nbsp;</span></p><p><br></p><p>Social media has definitely helped many to create their own identity and niche. Adding to which Aishwari says,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"</strong><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>In today's generation, social media is the best platform for anything. It has been very helpful for me though, and many people that I know. It is based on your profile aesthetic, engagement and insights. Followers does not matter at all. It is just what content you give and how people react to it".</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Aishwari has worked with many brands such as <a href="https://www.instagram.com/danielwellington/?hl=en">Daniel Wellington</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/brillareindia/?hl=en">Brillare India</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/urbanic/?hl=en">Urbanic</a>, and many more. She considers her biggest achievement is a short film, Senses which she did in 2017. Further, Aishwari hopes for doing fashion editorial and glamour modeling. Also, she has not only one inspiration but many. <strong><span style="font-weight: 400;">Her aunt, mom, and digital creators such as Akriti Rana, Komal Kapoor, Radhika Seth, and Ashna Shroff are her inspirations.</span></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><span style="font-weight: 400;">Talking about the importance of modeling agencies, Aishwari says,</span></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>"</strong></span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>The agencies find work for models by presenting them to designers, photographers, and ad agencies. The agencies are also responsible for booking the jobs, billing for the jobs, and eventually paying the models for their time. By handling the details, an agency allows a model to focus on modeling and not on the business end. Because modeling is a very competitive, fast moving business that extends beyond the traditional 9 AM to 5 PM business hours. An agency generally conducts business 24 hours a day, to handle emergencies such as cancellations or rush jobs. Most agencies have a service or an operator to handle emergency issues after hours".</strong></span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">This glamour world is not just only famous for its glamour but for dark sides too. We have had heard a lot of news regarding it. To which Aishwari said that it is how one takes the situation and should have their own respect. There is no one that can harm or take one down if one stood for themselves. Most importantly fight the situation and get through it.</span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">To our surprise, Aishwari was a state-level badminton player. Clearly, she is a multi-talented person. She played her last match in 2017. Further discussing her badminton journey, Aishwari revealed,</span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>" </strong><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>My grandfather, he was such a amazing badminton player. So, I guess its in my genes. I and my brother went together for sessions. Then I started playing tournaments, played for school college, and so proud of myself that I have played at state-level. But after I left my city for my graduation to Mumbai, I did not get time to play, and had been through accident so had a bad back injury".</strong></span><br></span></span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span><strong>Also Read:</strong> <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/interviews/modeling-helped-me-unlearn-beauty-standards-fashion-model-gauthami-jeji/" rel="bookmark">“Modeling Helped Me Unlearn Beauty Standards”, Fashion Model, Gauthami Jeji</a><br></span><br></p>

“I Have My Own Fashion And I Like To Show It”, Digital Creator, Aishwari Surve

<p><br></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><strong style="font-weight:normal;" id="docs-internal-guid-38cdf877-7fff-f828-6893-3a64d71c428f"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 12pt;">Meet Gauthami Jeji a young fashion model from Bangalore. This young confident woman is working hard towards her passion each and every day. Therefore, she is hustling hard to achieve milestones in her career. Besides being a fashion model, Gauthami is currently majoring in theatre and English. Besides, she is also a theatre artist, actor, and spiritual counselor.</span></strong></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-38cdf877-7fff-f828-6893-3a64d71c428f"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>"I have always known I liked art and the many forms of art. I also knew I belonged in front of the camera from a very young age. It simply contributes to my joy.</strong></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-38cdf877-7fff-f828-6893-3a64d71c428f"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>I decided to become a model because I know how deeply this industry. It's beauty standard effected the minds of people and how it needed more diversity and inclusivity.</strong></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-38cdf877-7fff-f828-6893-3a64d71c428f"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>This was the main reason apart from the fact one happen to be good at what one do".</strong></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><strong style="font-weight:normal;" id="docs-internal-guid-38cdf877-7fff-f828-6893-3a64d71c428f"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 12pt;">Her current agency, </span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/ninjasmodels/?utm_medium=copy_link&amp;hl=en" style="text-decoration:none;" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(17, 85, 204); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 12pt;">Ninjas Models</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 12pt;"> spotted her on Instagram which initiated a completely new journey in her life. Hence, she is very grateful for that. Fortunately, Guathami neither has faced any rejections so far nor experienced any unexpected incidents. Moreover, she is very rebellious and particular about rights and safety. Adding to which she says,</span></strong></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><strong style="font-weight:normal;" id="docs-internal-guid-38cdf877-7fff-f828-6893-3a64d71c428f"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 12pt;">"Exploitation in any kind of work place and industry is something that I strongly condemn. I truly hope that this changes soon and people are chosen purely based on their talent and skills".</span></strong></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><strong style="font-weight:normal;" id="docs-internal-guid-38cdf877-7fff-f828-6893-3a64d71c428f"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 12pt;">Her current agency, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ninjasmodels/?utm_medium=copy_link&amp;hl=en">Ninjas Models</a> spotted her on Instagram which initiated a completely new journey in her life. Hence, she is very grateful for that. Fortunately, Guathami neither has faced any rejections so far nor experienced any unexpected incidents. Moreover, she is very rebellious and particular about rights and safety. Adding to which she says,</span></strong></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-38cdf877-7fff-f828-6893-3a64d71c428f"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>"Exploitation in any kind of work place and industry is something that I strongly condemn. I truly hope that this changes soon and people are chosen purely based on their talent and skills"</strong></span></span></p><br>
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<p><br></p><p><strong style="font-weight:normal;" id="docs-internal-guid-9b29311f-7fff-3899-9fe9-e82a00e09d63"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 12pt;">Gauthami was one hyperactive child. She has definitely evolved into a more empowered, confident, and self-loving woman over the years. Her perfect day off would probably involve lots of sleep. Gauthami keeps her skincare routine as simple and possible. She believes in less is more and tries to keep it minimal and balanced. A cleanser, a toner, serum, and a moisturizer are enough for her.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 12pt;">Gauthami has not kept herself limited to any specific type of modeling. Furthermore, she is extremely comfortable and dedicated to her work. Her first campaign was with Designer Gaurav Gupta in 2020. She considers her biggest modeling accomplishment so far, was when she walked for India and in </span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/lakmefashionwk/?hl=en" style="text-decoration:none;" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(17, 85, 204); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 12pt;"> Lakme fashion week</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 12pt;"> for the first time. Talking about her experiences, Gauthami revealed,</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 12pt;">"I think there is a certain thrill and excitement to every shoot. There is not one single shoot I do not like. So every campaign that I have been a part of has been very close to my heart.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 12pt;">If I find myself in a stressful situation I simply take three long deep breaths. This always works wonders".</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 12pt;">The most valuable thing Gauthami learned from modeling is confidence. She is currently well aware that confidence is truly what one needs. Gauthami's confidence is visible on her face. Being young and new, she is really working exceptionally well. More than that, her works clearly speak about her hard work and talent. Her hope for a better world in the industry is her inspiration. '</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 12pt;">What is done in love, is done well' </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 12pt;">by Vincent Van Gogh is her favorite quote.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 12pt;">Gauthami is highly optimistic and feels that if one thing does not work in our favor, we should not lose hope. Instead, we should be patient and work on ourselves. She ignores trolls, takes deep breaths, and move on. Also, she finds it worthless to respond to them and tries to stay positive. Sharing her experience in the industry, Gauthami says,</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 12pt;">"Modelling has definitely help me unlearn the beauty standards. This has led to open more doors of opportunities in life. There are too many messages that need to be conveyed to the society. However, one simple one would be, live and let live".</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 12pt;">Also Read:</span><a href="https://wmh.kweesha.com/blog/modeling-is-not-just-limited-to-how-one-looks-fashion-model-vini-sharma/" style="text-decoration:none;" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(17, 85, 204); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 12pt;">“Modeling is not just limited to how one looks”, Fashion Model, Vini Sharma</span></a></p></strong><br class="Apple-interchange-newline"><br></p>

“Modeling Helped Me Unlearn Beauty Standards”, Fashion Model, Gauthami Jeji

<p><strong>"Love And Believe In Yourself", Fashion Model, Ksenia Andreeva</strong></p><p><br></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ksenia Andreeva, a 23 years old fashion model from St. Petersburg, Russia. She was an energetic and agile child in school. The led her to start playing basketball. She played the game for seven years and left to study further. She is graduated from the architectural construction academy. Now Kseni is in her last year of management in university.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ksenia from childhood received good compliments for her height. Though having a good physique, she was not ready to step in for modeling.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>"People always told me to become a model. However, I was never ready. I always told them to earn money from brain not from my face.</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>When I left my hometown to the big city for studies, sometimes some people who saw me on sreet call me for casting in the agency. One day, I was out with my friend, someone came and called me for casting. My friend insisted to at least give a chance. Later, my boyfriend decided to take me to first modeling trip to other country. He believed in me more than myself. So, it was five years ago when I started with modeling".</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></p>

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<p><br></p><p><br>Currently, Ksenia is working with Surprise model agency from Greece. The agency is like her second mother agency. She is happy to work with the agency. The agency is particular about its model's work and is always available to help them. Talking about the importance of agency, Ksenia said,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"For first time, it is better to have mother agency. Some girls start thier career without it but I feel more safety with the agency. Especially, when one have really good agency to look after".</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Ksenia is a responsible woman. Her parents are well aware of this. Though, her mother was quite worried when she started working in the industry. But she never said no to her daughter and had faith in her. Ksenia in all these years learned a lot of things from modeling. However, the most valuable thing she learned is stress resistance. She definitely had learned to be calm and patient in stressful situations.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"I did not go to modeling school. One does not need to go to modeling school to become a model. One should love and believe in oneself. This is most important. I have learned everything by myself here. After two months, I had my flight to another country after I signed the contract with my first mother agency. There I learned so many new things about the industry and the models.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Ksenia on her way did a lot of projects and fashion shows. One of the biggest shoots she did was for the magazine <a href="https://www.instagram.com/herworldsingapore/?hl=en">Her World Singapore</a>. She has been to five countries to the present. During a pandemic, she was stuck in another country. She has to spend major time in foreign countries for modeling rather than in her country. In Russia, clients are not ready to pay well for modeling.</p><p><br></p><p>Ksenia loves doing fashion shows. She is a very humble person. Although, she does not like to work with someone as a boss or a director, but <span style="font-size: 16px;">professionally she is particular about her work and believes one should have the principles while working professionally. Discussing one of her funny shoots incidents, Ksenia revealed</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 16px;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 16px;"><strong>"When I had a job for making music clips, I had play love role with a short guy. He was half of me. I was walking with him in sqautting position. That time, I was not much comfortable but now I laugh thinking about it".</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 16px;"><strong><br></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 16px;">When the pandemic hit, Ksenia was not at home. During the lockdown, she spend her time on beaches and was in the green zone. The pandemic had given her enough time to discover herself. She understood what she wants from life. Though Ksenia does not have a particular style, she loves comfortable and oversized clothes. Flared pants, hoodies, and all like that.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 16px;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 16px;"><strong>Also Read:</strong> <a href="https://worldmodelhunt.com/modeling-is-my-passion-fashion-model-napaphat-meephian-guapa/">“Modeling Is My Passion”, Fashion Model, Napaphat Meephian (Guapa)</a><br></span></p>

“Love And Believe In Yourself”, Fashion Model, Ksenia Andreeva

<p>Meet Milena Panic, a fashion model from Serbia. She is in the industry for eight years. Now Milena is well aware of how the industry works.</p><p><br></p><p>She is an independent woman who is setting a path for other girls to follow their dreams. Besides doing modeling, Milena is currently working in a designer's store, Model Mint, and babysitting children. Simply, she is a multi-tasking and multi-talented person. Also, Milena is thinking to start her own blogs too.</p><p><br></p><p>Milena is an English literature graduate. Presently, she has taken a little break from her studies to focus more on fashion and designing. Therefore she is trying to create a balance in her life.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"Fashion Industry is very tough and unpredictable. Sometimes one has to work for twelve hours and they get projects very often. Then, it becomes quite impossible to focus on other things. And sometimes there is no work. Therefore, being in this industry requires lot of patience and hard work".</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Modeling happened to Milena accidentally. She never ever thought of making her way into the fashion world. When she came to Belgrade for her further education, she was searching for a job. Currently, she is working as a freelance model. However, before she was associated with the two agencies.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"I actaully did not want to be a model because I thought that was so simple and was not able to see any progress. It was like superficial to me. But I need a side job so I applied to three agencies and got selected in three of them. I chose the <a href="https://www.instagram.com/clickmodels.rs/">Click</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/clickmodels.rs/">Fashion</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/clickmodels.rs/">Agency.</a> They are the founder of Belgrade Fashion Week and were working with one more agency that were sending models abroad".</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Gradually, Milena started liking modeling. What she likes the most is the performing and the act of different posing. She found that she is free and can express herself fully.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"When one do modeling, one can discover them so many times for every single project they do. Sometimes one does not know what they can do but end up doing it. This way one discovers all parts of their personality. In modeling, one get to work with photographers, designers, all of them are professional and working hard. Consequently, one learns about the process and what it takes to be there. Fashion is all about multimedia. There is film, music, and all sorts of art. This is what I like the most about it".</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Though, Milena is in the fashion industry for quite some time now still has to face challenges in her life as a model. Initially, when she started, she liked it. But being a model is not everyone's cup of tea. Models are important but easily replaceable too. As soon as one realizes this and does not take it personally then that becomes a lot easier. There was a moment when Milena felt bad about herself and doubted her capability. She was insecure about her job and was in an existential crisis. But over the years, she has grown more confident and mature. Though, when she started it was very tricky and challenging.</p><p><br></p>
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<p><br></p><p>In Serbia, plus-size modeling is not prominent and the market is not so wide. However, Milena loves the idea of putting different types of bodies and diversity in the industry.</p><p><br></p><p>Milena was fortunate enough to be associated with the well-known agency. She got the guidance of Nenad Radujevic, founder of the agency, and the Belgrade Fashion Week. He taught her a lot of things. When Milena started working with the agency, there was a modeling school where she was given grooming classes on how to walk, pose, and other aspects. The best advice they gave her was to accept things the way they are and to learn that this is just a part of the job.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"They always told me not to take things personally. Be confident about oneself. They always kept on telling me that either one is going to make it in this business or nobody will want them. Sometimes it becomes frustating because its money that one needs and then there is no work. At some point one is living in luxury and then it is a normal life. So one should be able to handle ups and downs which comes with this job".</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><br></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><strong><strong style="font-weight:normal;" id="docs-internal-guid-876eb8b5-7fff-0e95-e69f-5d8e2a382183"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">Milena got her first modeling project in </span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/belgradefashionweek/?hl=en" style="text-decoration:none;" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(17, 85, 204); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">Belgrade</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(17, 85, 204); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">Fashion</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(17, 85, 204); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">Week</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;"> through her agency. The best of the models were chosen for the show from her agency. Milena was one of them. She is also working as a choreographer for fashion events. She started her journey as a choreographer in Balkan Art Fashion event and from there she started working in other fashion events as well. Talking about the importance of modeling agency, Milena said,</span></strong></strong></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><strong><strong style="font-weight:normal;" id="docs-internal-guid-876eb8b5-7fff-0e95-e69f-5d8e2a382183"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;"><br></span></strong></strong></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-876eb8b5-7fff-0e95-e69f-5d8e2a382183"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;"><strong>"Modeling agencies are very important in the beginning. Because they might not get one any project but definitely going to protect one from fake casting calls. If one wants to be model, they should definitely join legitimate agency with experience. This is very important in the initial career".</strong></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-876eb8b5-7fff-0e95-e69f-5d8e2a382183"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;"><strong><br></strong></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-876eb8b5-7fff-0e95-e69f-5d8e2a382183"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">The most rewarding moment for Milena is friends. She got a lot of friends in the industry. She met her close friend through modeling. They met in the same grooming class in the modeling school. For her, it is comforting that she is able to find her place in the industry. There is no fierce competition among the models in Serbia compared to the other countries. Moreover, her favorite places in the country are Belgrade, the capital, Tara- mountains in western Serbia, Central Serbia- Sumadija, and the Northern part where German influence can be seen. Talking about the traits to have to make it in the modeling industry, Milena said,</span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-876eb8b5-7fff-0e95-e69f-5d8e2a382183"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;"><br></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-876eb8b5-7fff-0e95-e69f-5d8e2a382183"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;"><strong>"One should have a sense of business. Also, one should know to approach it as a business. They should know how to sell oneself and gain profit. Furthermore, one should be a little more adventrous and willing to take risks".</strong></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-876eb8b5-7fff-0e95-e69f-5d8e2a382183"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;"><strong><br></strong></span></span></p><p>In the future, Milena would like to go to London to take further her modeling career and education.</p><p><br></p><p>During the worldwide lockdown, she got an opportunity to spend quality time with her family. Discussing her skin-care routine, Milena revealed,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"I do everyday fascial massage in the morning and in the evening. I follow basic skin care routine. Whenever I have shoots, I try to take good hours of sleep. I did not value sleep earlier but now I am taking care of my sleep routine as well. Also, I am not using any cosmetic product for skin and trying to keep it natural as much as I can. But most important is to feel good about oneself".</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong><b style="font-weight:normal;" id="docs-internal-guid-0dbf4043-7fff-1310-3ab8-96f5d5121207"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Also Read:</span><a href="https://wmh.kweesha.com/interviews/modeling-is-the-living-art-fashion-model-vaibhav-parihar/" style="text-decoration:none;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#1155cc;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:underline;-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none;text-decoration-skip-ink:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">“MODELING IS THE LIVING ART”, FASHION MODEL, VAIBHAV PARIHAR</span></a></b></strong></p><p><br></p>

“Fashion Is All About Multimedia”, Fashion Model, Milena Panic

<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><strong style="font-weight:normal;" id="docs-internal-guid-47c81e72-7fff-43e7-a250-360584e99e15"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 16px;">Meet fashion model Vini Sharma. She is a PGD student currently working as a Content writer and a Marketing executive for a Cyber security company. Along with that, She is also pursuing her passion for modeling.</span></strong></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><strong style="font-weight:normal;" id="docs-internal-guid-47c81e72-7fff-43e7-a250-360584e99e15"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 16px;">Her journey started three years ago when she won a state-level pageant. She was crowned as Miss Ahmedabad. That moment her life took a tremendous turn. From there one thing led to another introducing her to the glamour world</span></strong></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;"><strong style="font-size: 16px;">"I suppose the universe always has something planned for us regardless of what we aim for in life. I never in my wildest dream had thought that I would be modeling let alone be walking for designers and would be featured in renowned magazines".</strong></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><strong style="font-weight:normal;" id="docs-internal-guid-47c81e72-7fff-43e7-a250-360584e99e15"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 16px;">Apart from the fact that Vini gets to do something she absolutely loves and adores. She feels it has changed her as a person and has exposed her to different skills. From posture to poise to communication skills. Moreover, she feels these are some things that can be applied to every field. Fortunately, Vini has not been exposed to any negative end but of course, criticism has always been a part of the journey along with some sleazy beings. But she has learned to experience from them.</span></strong></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-47c81e72-7fff-43e7-a250-360584e99e15"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;"><strong style="font-size: 16px;">"Criticism and discrimination are a part of life and modeling. There will always be someone telling one that one is not enough or that one has to change. But the thing that I have learned is that in the end, it’s about how the person actually is. Who one believes one is and loving yourself".</strong></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><strong style="font-weight:normal;" id="docs-internal-guid-47c81e72-7fff-43e7-a250-360584e99e15"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 16px;">Modeling to Vini before only meant getting good pictures as that is what is visible on the surface. However, after being in the industry, she realized the values it holds, and not only does that change one as an individual but has made one realize that it is what one represents.</span></strong></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><strong style="font-weight:normal;" id="docs-internal-guid-47c81e72-7fff-43e7-a250-360584e99e15"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 16px;">One of the things that Vini loves about the industry is how accepting and loving it is. It is the only place where one can be oneself. They would not be judged or demeaned to be different but would be looked upon. Vini remembers when she started. She was told that she have a very unconventional face, not very Indian to be precise. Nevertheless, she does not think that was ever a hiccup but rather turned the paths favorably for her. Every coin has two sides, so to say that she dislikes something would sound very harsh, more importantly, to criticize one needs experience in the pocket but in her opinion, modeling should be seen in a more respectful light. She has learned to love herself from the industry. Adding to which she says,</span></strong></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-47c81e72-7fff-43e7-a250-360584e99e15"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;"><strong style="font-size: 16px;">"Modeling is not just limited to how one looks. It is much more than that. Itis what one brings to the table, their&nbsp; aura, ethics, and most importantly how one perceive oneself. One have to learn to love and accept themselves and only then one can bring the best version of themselves".&nbsp;</strong></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><strong style="font-weight:normal;" id="docs-internal-guid-47c81e72-7fff-43e7-a250-360584e99e15"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 16px;">Fashion for Vini is something very personal and is only what her body accepts. She rarely goes with the trends and would rather be wearing something according to her mood even if that means being a proud flag-bearer of PJs or wearing prom dresses to a grocery store. Discussing her first shoot experience, Vini said,</span></strong></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size: 16px;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><strong>" I still remember when I got my first paid shoot, it was for a clothing brand,</strong> </span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/fabrica_the_clothig_store/" style="text-decoration:none;" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(17, 85, 204); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><strong> Fabrica.</strong></span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><strong> Although, it barely covered any expenses, I was so ecstatic I couldn’t wait to start working. The lights touched my face, makeup baking my skin, lens clicking, more importantly when I saw my name written across the mirror, I still get chills thinking about it".</strong></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><strong style="font-weight:normal;" id="docs-internal-guid-47c81e72-7fff-43e7-a250-360584e99e15"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 16px;">According to Vini, modeling is not something one connects with perfection but is the valuable cause of its appreciation towards imperfections. Having said that because she feels the only reason she is in the industry is that a major chunk of her does not do it for the glam but is truly in love with the art form.&nbsp; Every step of life is progress and coming from knowing nothing to learning to work with renowned names in the field itself is progress for Vini.</span></strong></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><strong style="font-weight:normal;" id="docs-internal-guid-47c81e72-7fff-43e7-a250-360584e99e15"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 16px;">When it comes to art, change indeed is the only constant. Vini is the kind of person who accepts change readily. She considers that in India, the evolution is quite neutral and close to the Indian roots. Moreover, not going by the foreign trends but making own trends. Most, importantly, the industry knows what is acceptable to the audience. Talking further about how the Indian fashion industry is coping with international fashion, Vini says,</span></strong></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-47c81e72-7fff-43e7-a250-360584e99e15"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;"><strong style="font-size: 16px;">"I personally feel that there is no need to cope as art is individualistic and what our nation represents is very different, unique, and more importantly is close to our roots which would never be similar to international trends. This is also the reason why we shine differently from others".</strong></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><strong style="font-weight: normal; font-size: 16px;" id="docs-internal-guid-47c81e72-7fff-43e7-a250-360584e99e15"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">Vini did the last shoot with </span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/studio.vaishali/?hl=en" style="text-decoration:none;" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(17, 85, 204); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">Vaishali Studio</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;"> wearing the Breath Collection. The designer was Vaishali Shadangule and agency Cocoberry. Overall, it was a great experience for her. Conversing with Vini to know more about her, she revealed her favorite season.</span></strong></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-47c81e72-7fff-43e7-a250-360584e99e15"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;"><strong style="font-size: 16px;">"For me, it will be Spring. First, the fact that it represents a new beginning makes me believe that everyone has a chance to start fresh at any point in life. Second, that cold breeze filled with soft warmth is exactly what you need for a perfect day".</strong></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><strong style="font-weight: normal; font-size: 16px;" id="docs-internal-guid-47c81e72-7fff-43e7-a250-360584e99e15"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">Vini, in three words, would like to define herself as compassionate, honest, and fabulous. She along with her sister is the founder of an NGO, Sukham. Although she spends all her day modeling, something equally valuable to Vini is her NGO. Therefore, if not modeling, she would probably be working full day for her NGO and would also be pursuing her passion for writing given she is a mass media student. Her bucket list includes having her NGO reach a national scale and get the opportunity to extend her hand across the nation, learn an instrument and attend the </span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/parisfashionweek/" style="text-decoration:none;" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(17, 85, 204); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">Paris Fashion Week.</span></a></strong></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-47c81e72-7fff-43e7-a250-360584e99e15"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;"><strong style="font-size: 16px;">"Sukham is an NGO founded by me and my sister a year back where we aim to help through giving back to our society in every way possible. We also try to reach out and help as many needy as we can let it be Humans or Animals.&nbsp;</strong></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><strong style="font-weight:normal;" id="docs-internal-guid-47c81e72-7fff-43e7-a250-360584e99e15"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 16px;">No belly deserves to slice its hunger and go on with its days. Hence, our focus is to reach to each one in need and fight the battle of hunger".</span></strong></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><strong style="font-weight:normal;" id="docs-internal-guid-47c81e72-7fff-43e7-a250-360584e99e15"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 16px;">No cause is possible without mass support. So, feel free to reach them if you ever wish to donate.&nbsp;</span></strong></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><strong style="font-weight: normal; font-size: 16px;" id="docs-internal-guid-47c81e72-7fff-43e7-a250-360584e99e15"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">Also Read:</span><a href="https://wmh.kweesha.com/interviews/modeling-for-me-is-freedom-fashion-model-nikkita-ghag/" style="text-decoration:none;" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(17, 85, 204); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">“MODELING FOR ME IS FREEDOM”, FASHION MODEL, NIKKITA GHAG</span></a></strong></p><p><br></p>

“Modeling is not limited to how one looks”, Fashion Model, Vini Sharma

“Modeling For Me Is Freedom”, Fashion Model, Nikkita Ghag

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<p><br></p><p>Saumya being an optimistic person handles any kind of feedback in a positive manner. She tries to listen to them and work on them. Talking about the biggest accomplishment of her blogging career,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"</strong><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>My biggest achievement would be winning Sonam Kapoor's competition. She posted my picture on her profile so that was huge. To be on the IG profile of a Bollywood fashion icon is an amazing feeling."</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">she shares the best photo from her profile which she loves the most,</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>" </strong><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>One of my favorite photos on my profile has to be my recreation of Rekha as it was posted by Sonam Kapoor. Other than that, I really like a few of my recent street style looks as I loved how the fits turned out and they were featured in a few amazing online pages like PeopleSoft, fit flex official, and streetwear_india_"</strong></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">On asking what is the hardest shoot she is done so far, she says,</span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>"</strong><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Hardest video/ photo shoot that I did has to be the one when I recreated the iconic looks of Bollywood legend as I had to do everything from hair styles to outfits."</strong></span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Currently, Saumya Chandra is not associated with any social right now. But she aspires to associate herself with helping stray animals. Talking about her favorite bloggers,</span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>"</strong><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Few of my favorite bloggers are Brittany Xavier, Camila Coelho, Taylor Hage, Komal Pandey, Diipa Khosla, Diksha Rawat, etc. Although, each one of them has a different and unique style I can connect to all of them and draw inspiration from all of them."&nbsp;</strong></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Saumya's Instagram profile is a blend of aesthetic and creativity. She posts styling tips on her<a href="https://www.instagram.com/saumyachandra_/"> Instagram profile</a>. The impact blogging career has on her life is, she says,</span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>"</strong><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>It has helped me in better time management and to always push myself to be better."</strong></span><br></span></span></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><strong style="font-weight:normal;" id="docs-internal-guid-a52ebb8d-7fff-cbdb-79dd-0c653842ae4a"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Also read: </span><a href="https://wmh.kweesha.com/interviews/harshada-kulkarni-on-societal-pressure-and-favourtism-in-the-industry/" style="text-decoration:none;" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#1155cc;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:underline;-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none;text-decoration-skip-ink:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Harshada Kulkarni on Societal Pressure and Favoritism in the Industry</span></a></strong></p><br>

Saumya Chandra, A Lawyer making Her Way To Fashion Blogging

<p><span style="font-size: 16px;"><br></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><strong style="font-weight:normal;" id="docs-internal-guid-851d1304-7fff-8f43-17ae-e10ba942d269"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 16px;">Aman Pal is a fashion model, creating his own identity in the Industry. Coming from Kolkata, this young model is a strong-headed individual and is proud of his work. From his early teenage years, Aman always wanted to create art and be in the fashion business.</span></strong></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><strong style="font-weight:normal;" id="docs-internal-guid-851d1304-7fff-8f43-17ae-e10ba942d269"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 16px;">While he was studying, a photographer approached Aman for a shoot. The shoot was about body positivity and acne. It was about how people try to change one for having imperfections. From there, a new journey begins in Aman's life.</span></strong></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;"><strong style="font-size: 16px;">"It was in 2018. There was a photographer, Arka Patra who approached me. He told me I look unique and thinks I can be a model for his project. He wanted to meet me. We did a proper test which was a shoot. Then, I did the actual shoot and loved the whole concept of that. I learned a lot of things while working with him. From him only, I learned how to pose and other essentials.</strong></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><strong style="font-weight: normal; font-size: 16px;" id="docs-internal-guid-851d1304-7fff-8f43-17ae-e10ba942d269"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">After his first project, people started approaching Aman for creative shoots and some paid-up opportunities. From there, he started and soon did a shoot for a store, Dapper menswear in Kolkata, 2019. The storehouse has different brands. It was an opening for a menswear shoot that Aman did. It was a good opportunity for him. The shoot featured on </span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/cosmopolitan/?hl=en" style="text-decoration:none;" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(17, 85, 204); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">Cosmopolitan,</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;"> even his first shoot featured on the </span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/cosmopolitan/?hl=en" style="text-decoration:none;" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(17, 85, 204); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">Cosmopolitan</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(17, 85, 204); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">Magazine.</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;"> Aman never thought to make it on the magazine. Therefore, it was an achievement for him to come to this far soo soon.</span></strong></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><strong style="font-weight:normal;" id="docs-internal-guid-851d1304-7fff-8f43-17ae-e10ba942d269"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 16px;">When Aman was 18, he started to explore fashion. He started to accept his sexual identity. Because of this, he was easily bullied in his school and college. He felt he did not belong there and was treated like an alien. Fashion for Aman is comfort. It is also about how one carries themselves with the statement. Further, he uses fashion to promote body positivity, confidence and to show people one can be comfortable in whatever they wear, feminine or masculine.</span></strong></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-851d1304-7fff-8f43-17ae-e10ba942d269"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;"><strong style="font-size: 16px;">"I started using fashion as a medium to express myself. To show myself that I am not different. It is their views that are different. I am just the same like everyone else and wanted to make my point through my work. Therefore, I started to do more projects. That is how I got into fashion.</strong></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-851d1304-7fff-8f43-17ae-e10ba942d269"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;"><strong style="font-size: 16px;">Gender is a societal construct and fashion is beyond that. There is nothing feminine or musculine for me. I want to break the stereotype. Therefore, I use fashion and my statement is to be comfortable. Also, as an artist I want to do it because fashion is also about being authentic. Furthermore, I believe in social causes on how society treats men. They thought we can only wear masculine and not feminine".</strong></span></span></p><p><br></p>

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<p><br></p><p>Also, Aman considers fashion can be an educator to society too. He is uncomfortable about how models are made to look so perfect. He feels that the idea of being a model or an artist or whatever one wishes to is about being true to oneself. It is not about giving false inspirations to others. Whenever he does shoots, he tries to make sure that the makeup is minimal and as natural as it could be. The photographer keeps it simple and his flaws the way they are.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"I cannot be perfect. I do not want to change anything about myself. Moreover, I am proud of what I am. As an artist I will do projects but I will be authentic.</strong></p><p><strong>I want to change these these things. Further, I do not want people to look upto models or artists as perfectionist. Moreover, I believe it is not about beauty or body but about how unique one is as an individual. It is about how one is presenting their works. This is what I want to change. Also, I want to shatter the homophobic mindset of the society".</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Aman loves to wear bellbottoms. Especially in India bellbottoms are in trend and he would love to have more of it. The trend that he actually wants to dump off is the cheetah print and wants to go back from where it came from. Though, Aman loves floral print but not that much. They are too much for his eyes. Anything that is minimal and has a better statement of style is better than something that is very vibrant. Although, he loves the colorful outfit and has many printed shirts. But something that is too flashy and shiny, he does not like to put on. Talking about sustainability, Aman said,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"I would like to say that people should buy sustainable clothes. They should wear more sustainable clothes, reuse and recycle. We should buy less, consume less and buy the right thing.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>I did one shoot in which the clothes were made out of crap. The designer made it out of the sustainable material and it was a recycable material. The outfit was beautiful. I would like to do more such shoots".</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Aman had done a lot of shoots and projects. He has worked for <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bobocalcutta/?hl=en">Bobo</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bobocalcutta/?hl=en">Calcutta,</a> GKP optical, Kushal Chatterjee, and done some conceptual shoots too. His journey started with one of the best photographers in Kolkata. He would also like to mention and thank Surya Shekhar Biswas who is a stylist and art director. He has helped Aman and has always brought the best out of him and also to Neal Bhaumik, the photographer. Discussing his parental support, Aman revealed,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"When I started, my mother was extremely supportive of me. She knew from where I came. Normally, there is a stigma about fashion and people do not take it as a serious job. I hate how people do not take it seriously. So, when I started, I did not have a support of my father. But later on, the kind of work that I did, I was shocked myself that he started supporting me. He went hand in hand with me and used to admire my work on how I beat conceptual constructs of society. I was extremely proud to make him proud".</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong><strong style="font-weight:normal;" id="docs-internal-guid-6a40ac2f-7fff-e6f8-aee2-1d204acf70e3"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Also Read: </span><a href="https://wmh.kweesha.com/interviews/modeling-is-the-living-art-fashion-model-vaibhav-parihar/" style="text-decoration:none;" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#1155cc;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:underline;-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none;text-decoration-skip-ink:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">“MODELING IS THE LIVING ART”, FASHION MODEL, VAIBHAV PARIHAR</span></a></strong></strong></p>

“Fashion Is Comfort To Me”, Fashion Model, Aman Pal

<p>Dreaming and working towards them is the key to success. Meet Harshada Kulkarni, who is following her passion to fulfill her dreams. Coming from a typical Maharashtrian family, Harsha fought against all odds to keep moving to conquer her dream of becoming a fashion model. Harsha pursued Marketing from Pune University. She has always excelled in whatever she did. She started her modeling career by participating in Miss Pune. Harsha is doing modeling since her college days. Initially, she pursued it just as a hobby. Little did she know that modeling will become her profession.</p><p><br></p>
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<p><br></p><p>When asked how difficult was it for her to convince her family, Harsha told that it was very difficult. Being an only daughter her parents were a little scared, as I had to shift to Bombay.</p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><em><strong>"They allowed me and told me to give a few years to myself or else find a Plan B. When I was in school at that time only I decided that I have to model."</strong></em></p><p><em><br></em></p><p><em>Harsha told she took inspiration from Sushmita Sen. She was very attracted to ramps. While discussing her modeling career, she mentioned what she adores the most about the modeling industry,</em></p><p><em><br></em></p><p><em><em><strong>"I love the feeling when you are on-ramp, it is like you own the world. You make love to the camera. You can't see anything else. It is like you are the queen.</strong></em></em></p><p><em><em><strong><br></strong></em></em></p><p><em><em>Harshada is in the modeling industry, since 2014. Along with modeling, she started acting as well. Her debut film was Mastizade where she played the role of <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sunnyleone/">Sunny Leone</a>'s sister. Harshada has done a lot of acting and modeling projects. She walked the ramps of Rajasthan Fashion week, Jaipur fashion week, Pune Times Fashion Week, and many more. The brands she has worked with are Big Bazar, Vivo, Samsung, etc. She also did a Telugu film named <em>Kiss Kiss Bang Bang.</em>&nbsp;Her recent movie is Vanguard.</em></em></p><p><em><em><br></em></em></p><p><em><em>On asking Harshada about her career goals, she told that lockdown has knocked everyone down. Therefore, nothing is working as planned. She recently shifted back to Mumbai. Also, she lost her grandmother last year which was a very tough phase for her. Expressing more,</em></em></p><p><em><em><strong><br></strong></em></em></p><p><em><em><strong>"I had to come out of the pain of losing my grandmother. So, it is like I am not setting any goals right now. Because I have realized that you have to be happy."</strong></em></em></p><p><em><em><strong><br></strong></em></em></p><p><em><em>Dealing with criticism, Harshada said that I am always pampered because I am an only child. Earlier she did not have the confidence to face the camera. Elaborating more she said,</em></em></p><p><em><em><br></em></em></p><p><em><em><strong>"When I came to Mumbai I realized that I don't look beautiful. Because fashion does not have beauty criteria but acting has. Whenever I use to go for auditions some people told me that I am not that beautiful. Some people told me that I have a problem with my lips. You have a problem with your eyes. And I was not able to speak Hindi well. So my roommate was really good. She taught me how to talk in Hindi. She taught me how to pose, walk. So they were friends who actually supported me at that time. Gradually, all those criticism made me realise&nbsp; my strenghts. Because people were just trying to show me my weakness but they were other poeople who were showing me my strength."</strong></em></em></p><p><em><em><strong><br></strong></em></em></p><p><em><em>Sharing her festive plans, Harshada told that she will celebrate festivals with her family in Pune like every other year. Explaining her festive look, Harshada told her she will be opting for a long Kurti skirt.</em></em></p><p><em><em><strong><br></strong></em></em></p><p><em><em>Talking about societal pressure, Harshada said that there are certain stereotypes that are still followed. Society has always questioned women of doing or not.</em></em></p><p><em><em><br></em></em></p><p><em><em><strong>"They dont trust their own girls. On the contrary for the boys they give them full support. Society thinks it is very unsafe for the girls. When it comes to costumes, many families restrict their daughters. I won't say everybody faces that. When I started doing shoots, my relatives,they use to questions my parents on allowing me to wear revealing clothes. So, it is very important to trust their own daughter. The society will criticise no matter what."</strong></em></em></p><p><em><em><strong><br></strong></em></em></p><p><em><em>On asking Harshada about facing any sort of favoritism in the fashion industry. She mentioned that it is always there. Also, she has lost many good opportunities due to this.</em></em></p><p><em><em><br></em></em></p><p><em><em><strong>"It does works everywhere. I wont take names but they expect you to be in constant touch with them, party with them. Obviously groupism is very common. They give chance to their favourites. I have cried a lot due to this. because i have given certain work and the it was given to someone else. Sometimes I have got through the part and gave the auditions then it was given to someone else. It affects really badly, but you need to continue working without cribbing about it."</strong></em></em></p><p><em><em><strong><br></strong></em></em></p><p><em><em>In the end, when asked about what changes she would like to bring to the world, Harshada told that not just one but there are many. Firstly women's safety is the most important. Women should get equal rights. Secondly about the caste system followed in India. The reservations should be based on an economic basis, not on caste. Thirdly, we should be compassionate towards animals and take care of them.</em></em></p><p><em><em><strong style="font-weight:normal;" id="docs-internal-guid-fa9693cc-7fff-bf6a-9d1a-3586b5546f6a"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Read:</span><a href="https://wmh.kweesha.com/interviews/modeling-is-the-living-art-fashion-model-vaibhav-parihar/" style="text-decoration:none;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#1155cc;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:underline;-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none;text-decoration-skip-ink:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">“Modeling Is The Living Art”, Fashion Model, Vaibhav Parihar</span></a></p></strong></em></em></p><p><em><em><strong><br></strong></em></em></p>

Harshada Kulkarni on Societal Pressure and Favourtism in the Industry.

<p>Vaibhav Singh Parihar is a fashion model from the small town of Sumerpur, Uttar Pradesh. Living in the state capital Lucknow, he considers himself an ordinary guy with extraordinary dreams. His ultimate aim is to represent India in international pageants. For him, that is the biggest honor anyone can have.</p>
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<p>Initially, Vaibhav never aspired to be a fashion model. Though, he always wanted to choose a creative field. In his school days, he was good at sports. He got a decent height and physique.</p>
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<p><strong>"</strong><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>I still remember the day 20th July, 2016. I was reading Times of India in my College Library. And</strong> </span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>I got know that <a href="https://www.instagram.com/rohit_khandelwal77/?hl=en">Rohit</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/rohit_khandelwal77/?hl=en">Khandelwal</a> became the First Asian to Win Mr World Title. That moment hit me hard and the headline twirled in my head for a week.</strong> </span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>At that moment, I decided this is something I want live".</strong></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Vaibhav was in the second year of his graduation when he came across the news of <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mister_India_World" target="_blank">Mr.</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mister_India_World">India's</a> pageants. He applied and was shortlisted for the audition. He emerged as one of the finalists but later had to quit because of the college essentials. Later he got the opportunity to be part of Runaways and fashion weeks across the country. Luckily, Vaibhav did not face any discrimination though he did not have any contacts in the Industry. He is the winner of the title UP 2019. Talking about his pageant journey, Vaibhav said,</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>"It&nbsp;</strong><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>was an honor for me to be the face of my own State. It brings me a lot of privilege and happiness. </strong></span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>When your parents feel proud, that is the best feeling in the world. </strong></span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Also, it feels good when you set the goal and achieve them".</strong></span></span></p>
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<p><br></p><p>Besides being a model, Vaibhav is also an actor. He was then in the third year of graduation when he decided to give acting a try. As mentioned before, he is the kind of person who likes to explore different artistic fields. Acting is one of them. He mailed his profile to some casting directors. Fortunately, one of them responded and called him for the auditions and got the chance to work with Swastik Productions. Discussing his most memorable moment, Vaibhav said,</p><p><br></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>"Each and every project is special for me, because these are building blocks of my career. After every project I was able to figure out scope of improvement. </strong></span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>But talking about the most memorable project, it would be sharing screen with one of my favourite TV personalities, Mr Saurabh Jain in Chandra Gupt Maurya. And, obviously his guidance throughout the shoot".</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">For Vaibhav, every project is a kind of new learning experience. Every time when he meets professionals, he admires them for their positive attributes and tries to be a better version of himself. He has traveled to almost fifteen-sixteen states like Madhya Pradesh, Goa, Rajasthan, and more for different projects and has witnessed India's different cultures and traditions. He has worked in Jaipur Fashion Week, Fashion Week Lucknow, Vibrant India Fashion Week and the list is never-ending. In addition, he was also a jury for Mr. India Unique Style, Mr. UP, Mr. Delhi NCR, and more.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Modeling for Vaibhav is not just about posing in front of the camera. For him, modeling is the art of living. The profession has helped him to grow as an individual by stepping out of his comfort zone. He also talks about the achievements of the Indian male modeling industry. Adding to which, Vaibhav says,</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>"</strong><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Now Indian male modeling Industry is reaching the heights of international standards.</strong> </span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>In the past few years, our male modeling industry is creating an impact across the globe. </strong></span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>We have some International titles as well.</strong> </span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>We also won Mr World Title in 2016 as well.</strong></span><strong><span style="font-weight: 400;"> L</span></strong><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>ater, Prathamesh Maulingker won Mr Supranational tilte in 2018.</strong> </span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Also we are participating in renowned Fashion weeks.</strong> </span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>So. I can proudly predict, our future is brighter in International platforms".</strong></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Vaibhav also is a musician. He always had a will to learn musical instruments especially Guitar. The most exciting thing that happened to him last year was Music. He discovered his love and passion for music. This helped him a lot to achieve inner peace. Music is like therapy for Vaibhav.</span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></span></p><p><strong>"</strong><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>I statred learning Guitar in 2020 on my own. Within a span of three-four months I was at intermediate level. Later, I learnt keyboard and flute by myself.</strong></span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong> Now, I can play five instruments.</strong> </span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>I have created some cover songs and melodies.</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Currently, I am giving virtual sessions on different platforms to upcoming musicians, </strong></span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>covering Piano and Guitar lessons".&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The pandemic has taught him to be patient and hopeful for the future.<strong> <span style="font-weight: 400;">During the lockdown, he was living a quiet disciplined life. Also, the pandemic has helped him realize the importance of digital connectivity, especially from an artistic point of view. He kept himself busy with a bunch of activities. Vaibhav started reading non-fiction. Every day, he used to work out with his cousins and complement his day with his musical training.</span></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><span style="font-weight: 400;">"</span></strong><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>There were options to choose, either to make it productive by investing time in one's growth or just spent time doing unproductive stuffs. I choose to discovered different interests of mine".</strong></span></span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Vaibhav strongly believes that failures are a very crucial part of one's life. There is a struggle in every profession. Initially, there were a lot of hurdles for him. He had no idea how to get bigger projects. But because of his strong will and determination, Vaibhav has really come a long way. However, he would choose acting over modeling. Discussing further this, he said,</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>"</strong><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>I will prefer acting because comparatively there are certain limitations in modelling and I am a kind of person who is used to learning everyday. Meanwhile, in acting, learning is a never ending process. There is lot more to explore and learn. Acting is related to our daily life, each day one is observing a different character, a different story. Usually, we interact with a lot of people and catch some of their essence. Acting is all about observation and it is a never ending process so I will prefer acting instead".</strong></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Vaibhav graduated with B-Tech in Electronics and Communication from the FGIET, Raebareli (AKTU) in 2020. Then, he worked with the world's largest company Byju's, the learning app.</span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></span></p><p><strong>"I am a</strong><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>n engineer by qualification, m</strong></span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>odel by profession and artist by choice.</strong> </span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>If I have to describe myself with a single word that would be a Learner. I am a kind of a person who loves to explore different fields.</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong> Moreover, </strong></span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>I want to work with Rohit Bal, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/manishmalhotra05/?hl=en">Manish</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/manishmalhotra05/?hl=en">Malhotra</a> and Sabhyasachi in future, because these are legends of Indian fashion industry and I really admire their work".</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><strong style="font-weight:normal;" id="docs-internal-guid-dc715db8-7fff-c844-823f-30e401a10542"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Also Read:</span><a href="https://wmh.kweesha.com/interviews/nikhil-parmar-talks-about-his-unordinary-modeling-career/" style="text-decoration:none;" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#1155cc;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:underline;-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none;text-decoration-skip-ink:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">NIKHIL PARMAR TALKS ABOUT HIS UNORDINARY MODELING CAREER</span></a></p></strong></strong></span></p>

“Modeling Is The Living Art”, Fashion Model, Vaibhav Parihar

<p>Nikhil Parmar is a fashion model who is on his way to achieving milestones. Coming from Rajkot, Gujarat his passion for modeling made him persistent and diligent. Nikhil is presently working as a freelance model and working die-hard to build a strong career in modeling.</p>
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<p>Nikhil was a studious child in his school years. But he was extremely introverted and would hardly talk to anyone. He was skinny and others used to bully him often. His maths teacher guided him.</p>
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<p><strong>" I had interest in studies but then I was an average student. When I changed my school after 7 standard. In new school I met better teachers and my academic performance improved exceptionally. Children used to bully me and I was not able to do anything. I was confident but sometimes it happens that one cannot do anything about it. I used to keep those things in mind. My maths teacher helped me. He guided me in my communication skills and in overall development".</strong></p>
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<p>Nikhil carried a deep passion for modeling from his childhood days. His father bought a camera from his trip to Dubai. Then, he was young and loved to give different poses for pictures. He too shared a special bond with the camera and also loves taking pictures.</p>
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<p>Nikhil was completely naive when started and had no guidance. During his college days, he used to click and edit pictures from his friend's camera. He was then an influencer and also used to create music videos. Slowly, brands started approaching him for collaborations. He also did a few product shots for collaborated brands.</p>
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<p>During the lockdown, Nikhil started working on self-portrait shoots. He used to take ideas from Pinterest and recreate them in his own ways. Nikhil got his first collaborated project with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/opa_collaboration/" target="_blank">OPA</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/opa_collaboration/" target="_blank">reviews</a> for barter collaboration. While working with OPA, he also filled the form of Galleri5 and after one year, his profile got recognized. Nikhil then did six to seven campaigns continuously and also did Proflixr face pack barter collaboration.</p>
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<p><strong>"There I used to decide everything. From styling to photography to clothes I used to decide all. As a result, I got interest in creative direction. I started following creative directors. Also, I am learning it. I think in future I would like to explore this field too".</strong></p>
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<p>Nikhil has also worked with <a href="https://www.googleadservices.com/pagead/aclk?sa=L&amp;ai=DChcSEwi-29TOyuDzAhUOlUsFHVAgB-wYABAAGgJzZg&amp;ae=2&amp;ei=mwZ0YcSBFrja1sQPw5WP4Ag&amp;ohost=www.google.com&amp;cid=CAESQeD2Kuv7-qXCNOnGqcZJdXxiTciEZzv5_Vg3vMfYa8Ys02rB2CsHaqm5zDMEDnA9-e0ehWKbno_yhuix3SiAHeNj&amp;sig=AOD64_0DEmzqhUBcD3xG9ILVExEVnxONNQ&amp;q&amp;sqi=2&amp;adurl&amp;ved=2ahUKEwiEu8DOyuDzAhU4rZUCHcPKA4wQ0Qx6BAgCEAE">Myntra.</a> Being featured on their app and website is the biggest achievement for him. Nikhil did eight Myntra spotlight campaigns. He loves to experiment with his styles. His styles are sometimes minimal and sometimes maximalist. Basically, Nikhil drives his inspiration from Hollywood movies' characters. He loves doing editorial shoots and in the coming future wants to go in fast fashion.</p>
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<p><br></p><p>Nikhil is creative and wants to create something from recycled clothes. He believes in a sustainable fashion. He never thought of pursuing engineering. Nikhil from earlier times wants to do something in fashion.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"I never thought of going in technical field. I was in 3rd year when I realised that engineering is not for me. After 12, if I would have tried for NIFT then today I would have had my own brand".</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Nikhil is graduated in mechanical engineering as mentioned earlier from VVP engineering college. During the lockdown this year, his father suffered from covid-19, and his family went through a really tough time. At that time Nikhil was completely broken. However, he did not change his positive attitude and hoped for the better health of his father.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"Though it was not very easy but I was positive. I believe that unless one is positive, one will not get positive results. Music have always been my first priority to stay positive. Now, I have started reading. On youtube I watch videos of Sadhguru and follow him. I have changed my routine. I get up at 5 in the morning for yoga.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>Also Read: <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/modeling-is-a-scope-of-improvement-fashion-model-udit-samania" target="_blank">“Modeling is a scope of improvement”, Fashion Model, Udit Samania</a><br></strong></p>

Nikhil Parmar Talks About His Unordinary Modeling Career

<p>Meet Vertika Verma, who started her modeling career with a dream of achieving milestones. Coming from Banaras, Uttar Pradesh Vertika is trained in Indian classical dance from Kathak. She completed her studies from Banaras and then shifted to Mumbai to pursue modeling. Vertika's main aim is to be an actor and try her luck in the best possible way. She started her career by participating in a beauty pageant named Miss Banaras. She became the finalist of the pageant Indian princess. From there her career kickstarted.</p>
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<p><br></p><p>Vertika was more towards modeling and acting. She did a few modeling assignments initially in the 12th standard. Then she participated in<a href="https://www.instagram.com/dabur_gulabari/"> Dabur Gulabri Fresh Face</a> of Uttar Pradesh.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"From there my career started and even though I did not win the pageant, I had the confidence to take it forward. I did my portfolio done in 2010 from Delhi's renowned photographer. Gradually my journey started and then I did a few catalog and commercial shoots. Then my main motive was to get into acting. I shifted to Mumbai in 2011."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Vertika pursued a bachelor's of Commerce and side by side she graduated in Kathak. When asked about how supportive was her family in her decision, Vertika mentioned since her childhood she wanted to do modeling. So, her parents always supported her.</p><p><br></p><p>Apart from modeling, Vertika is a sports lover and is a huge fan of cricket. She loves traveling and has traveled to a lot of places. Speaking about her dream destination</p><p><br></p><p>When asked did she ever had a Plan B while opting for this career path, Vertika said she never thought of doing somethings part from modeling. She was always very passionate about modeling and still is.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"Earlier I got a thought like I need to have a plan b. But now I am thinking of involving myself in some directorial work and I want to bring a more creative side of me. I dont want to leave this industry. So I am trying to learn new things and create another source for income. I want to do good projects and all."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Vertika told that to stand out from the crowd in this competitive industry one needs to be very active. There is a lot of competition and every person out there wants to do modeling. But a person should have the personality to stand out from the crowd that is very necessary.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"Constantly you need to be socially very active to grab the opportunity. You should keep on doing work no matter how big or small it is. You should work in a loop. If you love your work then continue trying because there is a lot of competition, make a way for yourself."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Talking about the casting couch experience, Vertika told that she was once asked for it. Elaborating more, she says,</p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>"Once I was shortlisted for a south film, opposite very renowned actor. I was around 19 or 20 years old at that point, so there was a character of a young Kathak dancer. So I was very excited about that role. The project was almost finalized, I was about to fly for signing the contract. But suddenly the casting director called me and said Vertika you know how this industry works right? There are a few things involved are you aware of? I said no I am not aware. You could have told me before I would have not even pitched about it. Then he asked me to meet the director once. But I clearly said no! because I don't want to do it anymore. It was very disheartening at point, as I was very excited for that film."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Vertika told that her acting career is in process. She recently did a movie and only the dubbing part of life. due to the pandemic, it was not able to get completed. She was very excited about the movie as it was her debut film.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"It is a comedy genre film opposite Rajpal Yadav and many more famous actors. So now we are just waiting for the film to release.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>Also, I have done shows for channel V and done crime patrol aswell. Now I am focussing on web series. I really want to get into it."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Vertika mentioned that she never plans for the future. She tries to make her present better by working each day.</p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>"I have never planned a future neither I know how to do it. I think that's where I lack but I try to live the present moment."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>Read: <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/interviews/modeling-is-a-scope-of-improvement-fashion-model-udit-samania/" target="_blank">“Modeling is a scope of improvement”, Fashion Model, Udit Samania</a><br></strong></p>

Classical Dancer and a Fashion Model: Vertika Verma

<p>Meet Udit Samania, a fashion model from Delhi. From being an above-average student and aspiring to serve society to becoming a fashion model, Life definitely had something else in its mind for Udit. He is an avid sports enthusiast and watches, plays, and breathes sports. Moreover, he likes to be active and be around active people and is always up for any sport.</p>
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<p><strong>"I have a keen interest in people and in their stories. And I just want to know them and really listen to them. I am a people's person and really liked to be around a good company".</strong></p>
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<p>Throughout graduation and post-graduation, Udit's batchmates always told him that he have that bodily grace. They always advised him to try modeling. However, apart from modeling, Udit Samania does a full-time job in an advertising agency.</p>
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<p><strong>"After completing my graduation in Economics and post-graduation in English journalism, I was very clear that I will be a business journalist. Though destiny had something else for me. When I went to advertising agency, there I got exposed to the world of modeling. This was backed up by the fact that people were always telling me to try modeling".</strong></p>
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<p>Udit Samania a lot of times gets shy in front of the camera like any other person. As he tends to think a lot about his looks, fitness, and whether will he be suitable with the different colors of clothes and being rightly perceived. He overcomes his thoughts by taking a small break initially. He just stands and observes the set, the people, and the environment. Udit Samania is particular about his works and always keeps himself ready for new photoshoots. Adding to which he says,</p>
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<p><strong>"While preparing I first look for the Instagram page of the brand, what they have been doing and what new things they can get throuh me. Also, what new things I can provide in terms of pose, personality and preparedness. This includes knowing the brand and having a good reserach backing the things I do in front of the camera".</strong></p>
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<p><br></p><p>Udit Samania has not set any specific goals for himself as he feels that it can restrict him. He would rather like to have a purpose than a goal. His purpose is to be self-aware and to express a lot through his physical being. In this field Udit wants people to notice his process rather than just himself. He would want to share his process with the world. Discussing further how he handles pressure and stress during shoots, Udit revealed,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"I any stressful situation, I follow one of my teacher's advice. While teaching, he often said, whenever one is any stressful situation, give oneself two minutes. Put down one's head and count one's blessings. Be attentive and one will replenish".</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Udit looks up to David Gandy and Milind Soman. He feels that Indian representation is meager and can do much better if the perception of India transforms just from a developing country to a rapidly developing country. Udit Samania got his first modeling project through a batchmate with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tinder_india/?hl=en">Tinder,</a> India. If given the chance Udit would like to work with Sabyasachi, Manish Malhotra, and on the International platform with Burberry. The reason is he feels that they present their design in a unique way and they carry an aura of uniqueness.</p><p><br></p><p>Luckily, Udit Samania has never faced any kind of discrimination. Moreover, he has observed that industry has become much more open. Also, it has become more acceptable towards all kinds of complexions, body types, and that gives him a very positive feel.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"</strong><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Modeling to me is a constant scope of improvement. It is a way on which I can meet and talk to new people day in and day.</strong> </span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>This has helped me by always keeping me out of that comfort zone. And keeping me in a zone where I work on myself physically, mentally and where I tend to analyse my whole presence"&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">As mentioned earlier, Udit Samania <strong><span style="font-weight: 400;">work in an Advertising Agency, full time. It was easy for him to pass his time during the lockdown by working. But he never stopped practicing poses and giving/sending self-taped auditions.&nbsp;</span><br></strong></span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">His usual day looks like working in the office and scrolling through great models' pose profiles on Instagram. He </span>tends to read a lot of news articles because he loves to keep himself updated and discuss whatever is happening in society and the world. Udit Samania has different qualities and traits, discussing on it he says,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"</strong><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>The thing that makes me unique is that I surrender. Complete surrender to the creative director and photographer. I do not interfere in their process and rather let them guide me to have a collaborative effort and outcome".</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">For Udit Samania, the proudest moment for him is when every time he show his shoot pictures to his parents and saw smiles on their faces. He shares a close bond with his sister and discusses a lot of things with her. It keeps him light-hearted and he keeps working towards his purpose. Talking ahead about the momentum of the fashion industry and how he can contribute, Udit said,</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></p><p><strong>"</strong><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>I think the <a href="https://www.britannica.com/art/fashion-industry" target="_blank" rel="noopener">fashion industry</a> should always remain in a flux, that's how new people and new talent come around. There are no changes I would like to see, but obviously not status quo, it is just that it runs and should keep on running so that new people can also pace up and run along.&nbsp;</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>I want to contribute by the expression of my body, be more connective and be around the right energies".</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Also Read: <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/megha-rouniyar-web-developer-and-a-fashion-model" target="_blank">Megha Rouniyar: Web Developer and A Fashion Model</a><br></strong></span></p>

Udit Samania “Modeling is a scope for improvement

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Sevina Kahlon is a fashion model from Kolkata but surprisingly, she</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> never considered modeling as her career. She always wanted to be an actor and studied theatre all her life. Modeling happened by chance. When Sevina Kahlon was 18, a designer told her that she liked her face and wanted her for a shoot. She was naive, inexperienced, and did not know what she was going to do. Finally, when she decided to take it up, Sevina did a lot of research and collaborated with photographers for portrait shoots.</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>“When I got the opportunity, I took it as a good experience. I wanted to get into the film industry and I warmed up to loving it. It still took me two years to gain the required experience and grooming. Also properly decide whether or not I wanted to take it up seriously. It took me a long time to build that self-esteem and maturity that is needed to face the industry”.</strong></span></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Sevina Kahlon is into different styles and it depends on her mood. She does not have a particular style and is picky about what she wears. Sevina loves vintage clothes, from bohemian to grunge and she takes inspiration from the 60s-70s. She mostly prefers to wear dark colors or nudes. Moreover, she has a fetish for boots and believes they make outfits more interesting.</span></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Sevina Kahlon learned a lot of things on her way. She knows her self-worth and knows how important it is. She knows where to draw the line and say no when directly negotiating with clients. Talking about her schedule, Sevina said,</span></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>"As soon as I get a confirmation for an assignment, I block the date on my calendar. A full day shoot is usually 8 hours, but sometimes we might shoot for less time. And can take up multiple shoots in a day which usually happens before the festive season. It can get very hectic, as sometimes we have to travel to far locations, long work hours and shoot back to back for days on end".</strong></span></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Sevina Kahlon hails from a mixed background. Her father is a Punjabi and her mother is Australian. She had lived both in India and Australia. She is lucky to have them as parents and they have always been supportive of her decisions. Her grandmother was a model in Australia in the 50s and 60s so it was not a huge surprise for her family. However, Sevina's parents were always concerned about her well-being. They constantly advise her and want her to be safe. The industry is not an easy place for a young woman, especially as a freelance model. Moreover, her parents raised her to be independent and have always trusted her decisions.</span></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Sevina Kahlon studied stagecraft, acting, directing, and more for many years. She is currently in 3rd year of her graduation and pursuing a BSC.</span></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>"I never really saw myself as fit to be a model. I worked on myself and groomed myself for the camera by practicing my poses, posture and more. Modelling is much more than what meets the eye. It’s about who you are, how you express yourself and of course, how you take care of your body".</strong></span></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Sevina takes a lot of inspiration from supermodels from the 90s such as <a href="https://www.instagram.com/claudiaschiffer/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Claudia Schiffer</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ellemacpherson/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Elle Macpherson</a>, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cindycrawford/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Cindy Crawford</a>. She really looks up to <a href="https://www.instagram.com/deepikapadukone/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Deepika Padukone</a> and feels that she is effortlessly graceful. Every shoot for her is rewarding. One of her proudest moments was when her friends from other cities told her about her advertisement. It was a surreal feeling for Sevina.</span></span></p>
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<p><br></p><p>Sevina Kahlon loves working with creative people and the outcome is really validating and rewarding. She believes the downside is that there is a lot of pressure and competition. Further, she feels there are so many beautiful and talented people that sometimes it is difficult to compare oneself to others and question whether or not one deserves to be there. Although, she is precise and clear about her goals. Adding to which, she said,</p><p><br></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>I am going with the flow and being a better version of </strong></span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>myself everyday. I am grateful for the kind of opportunities </strong></span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>that come my way and hopefully gain some more</strong> </span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>recognition along with it. Also, I am happy to see wherever it</strong> </span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>takes me and I have faith that I will get what I deserve as</strong> </span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>long as I continue with this mindset and energy"</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="color: #333333;">To Sevina Kahlon, fashion is more about the person who is wearing it than anything else. It is a form of self-expression and a part of one's identity. Discussing her beauty routine, Sevina said,</span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="color: #333333;"><br></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="color: #333333;"><strong>"I feel that for me, less is more. Basic moisturiser and cleanser is a daily must for me. I sometimes mix moringa oil when my skin needs an extra boost. Furthermore, I like Vitamin C products for glowing skin, and I occasionally use chemical exfoliation when needed. I swear by the bioderma micellar water to remove my makeup without harmful and harsh additives".</strong></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="color: #333333;"><br></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="color: #333333;">Talking more about herself, Sevina Kahlon believes social media platforms are extremely helpful and have become a public portfolio for models. Especially for freelance models, the majority of the clients approach them through social media. Moreover, it has become very convenient because one's profile can be shared instantaneously. Also, through tags and shares, one can gain more exposure and access to more clients.</span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="color: #333333;"><br></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="color: #333333;">Sevina Kahlon has come a long way and is doing great in the <a href="https://edition.cnn.com/style/article/the-model-market/index.html" target="_blank">modeling industry</a>. She is determined and confident about herself.</span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="color: #333333;"><br></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="color: #333333;"><strong>"Modeling has taught me how to hustle. I know more about how to deal with all kinds of people and believe it or not, I get an exposure of business knowledge too. Everyone says this, but modelling is definitely not as flashy and glamorous as it &nbsp;seems on the outside. There is a lot of struggle, hustle and slogging behind to create the beautiful things that we do, and it is definitely not suited for everyone"</strong></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="color: #333333;"><strong><br></strong></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="color: #333333;"><strong>Also Read: <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/dedication-and-hard-work-always-kept-me-going-says-smarth-sikka" target="_blank">“Dedication and hard work always kept me going,” says Smarth Sikka.&nbsp;</a><br></strong></span></span><br></p>

“Modeling taught me how to hustle”, Fashion Model, Sevina Kahlon

<p><strong style="font-weight: normal; font-size: 16px;" id="docs-internal-guid-1e93ab0b-7fff-1a6b-53f7-3a3da5f82da9"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">Meet model and web developer Megha Rouniyar, who is doing her best to follow her passion for modeling. Coming from a small town in Nepal, modeling was never a career option for her. Though after settling in the United States for her undergraduate degree, she is doing what she loves the most. She is exploring the modeling industry quite well now. Megha's family has supported her in every phase of her life.&nbsp; Adding further,</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">"I consider myself extremely lucky to have the strongest support system out there. My family has always supported me with my choices. Be it dropping out of Med school or to pursue a career in IT or modeling. They are also my biggest fans and critics."</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">Apart from modeling, Megha is a traveler and loves to explore different places. Also, she loves hiking and spending time enjoying nature. Her stress buster is to hit the gym as she is a fitness freak. Megha works full-time as a Web Developer and spends her weekends doing modeling assignments. On asking how she deals with criticism, Megha replies,</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">"I feel like we all receive criticism in some way or the other, I am no exception. Over the course of years, I have learned to take constructive criticisms to build myself and become better. I don't really focus on negative criticisms or hate comments that are demeaning."</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">As we know rejections are a part and parcel of life, Megha also feels the same. However, one must learn and move on to do better in life.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">"As a young girl, rejections did affect my confidence self-esteem. However, I have a strong support system. My parents always encouraged me to work on my weakness instead of being disheartened. As I grew older, I realized that rejections only assure that there is something better for you out there."</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">Megha considers that constant pressure is the toughest part of modeling. Currently, Megha does not do high fashion modeling and only does commercials and print shoots. She mentioned that maintaining weight and expecting to lose weight after every shoot is disappointing.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">&nbsp;</span><br></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">However, social media plays a very important role in getting good work to all the aspiring models nowadays. Elaborating more on social media importance, Megha said,</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">"Networking and getting connected with fellow models or artists/designers have never been easier. Besides that, it has also given agencies the room to discover talent on their platforms. It makes the rigorous audition process simpler and the lives of aspiring models easier."</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">Megha aspires to work with some renowned names in the industry she looks up to. As of now, she wants to focus more on commercial brands. She has been working with some local brands and gradually wants to work more for renowned brands. Her goal is to be on the Vogue cover one day. She also wants to work with </span><a href="https://www.versace.com/international/en/home/?glCountry=IN&amp;gclid=7177bcd8574c1762f27cdf34d9002aee&amp;gclsrc=3p.ds&amp;msclkid=7177bcd8574c1762f27cdf34d9002aee&amp;utm_source=bing&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;utm_campaign=01_Top%20Brand_Exact_INT%20IN&amp;utm_term=versace&amp;utm_content=Exact" style="text-decoration:none;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(17, 85, 204); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">Versace</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">,</span><a href="https://www.zuhairmurad.com/en/home" style="text-decoration:none;" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(17, 85, 204); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">Zuhair Murad</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">,</span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/sabyasachiofficial/" style="text-decoration:none;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(17, 85, 204); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">Sabyasachi</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">, and </span><a href="https://www.balmain.com" style="text-decoration:none;" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(17, 85, 204); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">Balmain</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;"> in the coming future.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">&nbsp;</span><br></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">The biggest challenge she faced so far is to find a good modeling agency to associate with. Though her modeling experience so far has been pleasant.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">"However there are a lot of fake agencies. If you are a fresher with no connections, it’s easier to get manipulated to false promises. So getting yourself a good agent is the toughest part of the job to begin with."</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">Shedding light on the current fashion trends in the modeling industry, Megha says,</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">"Here in the US, we see more inclusivity these days. More representation of women of color, different skin, and body types. As of now, feather brows are a big trend. I don’t really follow clothing trends so I am not sure about anything specific to clothing."</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">Sharing her opinion on implied nudity in the modeling industry, Megha expressed by saying,</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">"Well, I don’t hate it, I don’t love it either. If I see good work I will appreciate it regardless of its form. Modeling is a form of art and if the model is comfortable with the vision, it shouldn't be an issue. It really depends upon the concept and consent of all the parties involved in the process."</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">Megha is a part of an executive board for a non-profit organization, ADWAN. It is a 501(c)3 registered non-profit organization in the US and is primarily based in Nepal. They help children and women from marginalized communities especially Dalit women and children. They provide them with education through their vocational training programs. The organization is also registered with the UN.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">"As a woman who comes from a minority herself, this cause is very special to me. I aspire to continue my work to make some impact in the society."</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">Also read:</span><a href="https://wmh.kweesha.com/modeling-taught-me-how-to-hustle-fashion-model-sevina-kahlon" style="text-decoration:none;" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(17, 85, 204); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">“Modeling taught me how to hustle”, Fashion Model, Sevina Kahlon</span></a></p><br><br></strong></p>

Megha Rouniyar: Web Developer and A Fashion Model

<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Meet Apurav Nautiyal from Dehradun, he started his modeling carrier in Delhi. His first campaign was </span><a class="editor-rtfLink" href="https://www.raymond.in/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Raymond.</span></a><span data-preserver-spaces="true">&nbsp;In the beginning, Apurav had a long beard that caught the eyes of Varun Meher. Varun approached him and also encouraged him to model by seeing his looks.</span></p>
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<p><br></p><p>Earlier, Apurav faced criticism upon his height being not as perfect of a ramp model.</p><p><br></p><p>When asked about his campaign with Raymond Apurav said,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>I was asked to shed some weight in 2 months after which the campaign took place. It's almost 5 years since I have been the face of Raymond. Later, I also campaigned with some other brands like Coca-Cola international.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Apurav has always been passionate about modeling since he was a kid. He always admired seeing people walk on the ramp as a kid and wanted to do the same.</p><p><br></p><p>His family belongs from a forced background. Apurav also says if he had not been a model, he would have joined the army. His family had a thought that modeling isn't a carrier. But, as Apurav started working more and as he was published in newspapers and banners, his family was proud of him.</p><p><br></p><p>When asked about Apurav hobbies and interests he says.</p><p><br></p><p>Apurav faced a lot of rejections at the beginning of his modeling carrier. He says he faced rejections for his height, not having an athletic figure. Throughout his journey, he brought a lot of changes to himself. He started working out and changed his body type.</p><p><br></p><p>He shares one of his experiences of the shoot with us.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>I have never taken a polaroid of myself. During my first shoot with Raymond I was a bit stressed. Then Tarun Khervar sir told me not to worry and to be calm. Madhu Dutta who is Raymond's marketing head gave me the opportunity to work with them for the shoot.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Apurav says the biggest challenge right now is competition as many people want to become a model. He also says modeling is a really good carrier but is also tough. The only way one can stay in it is by being professional, focused, and Hardwork.</p><p><br></p><p>When asked about his future carrier goals he replied saying,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>I will stay in modeling. But, I also want to try in acting field and start my own clothing brand. I have also worked with all the celebrity designers of India.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Furthermore, when asked about his experience with different brands he worked with he said,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>My experience were really good with them. It completely changed my life, from where I was to where I am today.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Apurav has not been connected to any social causes but, he provides food to the needy and helps them.</p><p><br></p><p>He has also worked in one of the love songs of Neha Basu, which was released early this year. Apurav has also walked in different fashion weeks, like Lakme, FDCI, etc. He says he had great experiences in those ramp walks.</p><p><br></p><p>Read: <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/hardwork-is-the-only-way-to-success-anjum-varis-mr-india-2018" target="_blank">https://WMH.kweesha.com/hardwork-is-the-only-way-to-success-anjum-varis-mr-india-2018</a><br></p>

'Professionalism, Focus and Hardwork can only help one grow' says Apurav Nautiyal

<p><strong style="font-weight:normal;" id="docs-internal-guid-8e3003d9-7fff-6551-f77f-30120fa58dc7"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size: 16px;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Meet content creator and professional model </span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/munazza_sabuwala/" style="text-decoration:none;" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(17, 85, 204); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Munazza Sabuwala</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> from Pune who is reaching new heights with her efforts. Munazza is 22 and she grew up watching fashion shows. She always wanted to do something related to the world of modeling. We got the opportunity to interview her during this festive season. She sheds light on how India glams up for the festivals ahead.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 16px;">Festivals are the only chance for us to get ready and enjoy them. So, choosing the right fabric is very important. When asked Munazza about her opinion on this, she mentioned,&nbsp;</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 700; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 16px;">"Our clothes not only provide us with a fashion statement but also fundamentally protect us from heat &amp; cold, they help us maintain our body temperature. Warm, thick, and dark clothes should be worn for festivals during the evenings. Whereas cool, soft, and light-colored clothes are for daytime festivals. Hence knowledge of selecting the clothes according to the festive occasion is essential."&nbsp;</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 16px;">Throwing some light on the current fashion trends in India this festive season, Munazza said,&nbsp;</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 700; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 16px;">"I am actually quite happy that fashion trends nowadays are very flexible. We don’t need to stick to a style. We can mix and match and choose what goes the best. The spotlight is on handmade outfits in 2021. A new trend is to add some royalty in with velvet, Mughal era with modern silhouette structure and frills”&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 16px;">For many of us, this time of year is a time for finding joy in the planning and celebrating of various festivals and celebrations that bring families and friends together. Due to the pandemic, people will be under restrictions but that does not mean we can not celebrate. Coping with the disappointment we can wear our favorite outfits with some twist. While discussing how to add a festive touch this year if you are unable to go out, Munnazza told,&nbsp;</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 700; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 16px;">"As I mentioned earlier I would like to mix and match my existing outfits. I would pair up pieces of denim with some trendy Kurtis and add a statement earring. That’s my current favorite. I think you can combine the shirt with a lehenga, palazzo with crop tops, skirt with blouse and add a dupatta."&nbsp;</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 16px;">Being a stylish person, Munazza gave some tips on how to look stylish yet elegant this festive season,&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 700; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 16px;">"I think whatever you wear becomes a style. You do not need to always follow trends blindly. Just wear whatever makes you comfortable and you will be confident enough to flaunt it!"&nbsp;</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 16px;">Fashion is something that is dynamic, it is about how people express themselves. Munazza's take on this,&nbsp;</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 700; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 16px;">"According to me, fashion is a form of self-expression and autonomy of a particular period and place in the context of clothing, footwear, lifestyle, accessories, makeup, hairstyle, and even body posture!"&nbsp;</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 16px;">Festivals bring the rage of emotions, grief, and happiness come side by side. This pandemic tries and enjoy each festival as much as you can even if you are away from your family. Munazza expresses how she celebrates festivals away from family.&nbsp;</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 700; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 16px;">"I personally stay away from my family so on festivals I cook food by myself, I invite my friends over to my house. We play cards and more games. I video call my family and wish them. I would recommend others also to do the same if they are away from their family and celebrate festivals happily and safely.&nbsp;</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 16px;">Our daily schedules keep us away from our close friends and relatives. Festivals bring us together, it gives a good time to rejoice and built strong bonds between everyone. Celebrating festivals also help us to learn the importance of togetherness"&nbsp;</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 16px;">There are different ways by which you can celebrate festivals. Be safe and happy. Making a loose plan. We hope that by the time the occasions arrive there will be a ray of hope. Speaking about her favorite festivals, Munnazza said,&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 700; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 16px;">"I love all the festivals equally. I love each festival as much as others because they all are so different and have so much to offer us in terms of experiences and learning’s and not to forget the joy they all bring to us"&nbsp;</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size: 16px;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">&nbsp;This interview was published in </span><a href="https://wmh.kweesha.com/october-2021-magazine" style="text-decoration:none;" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(17, 85, 204); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Monthly Magazine- October 2021</span></a></span></p><span style="font-size: 16px;"><br></span><br></strong></p>

‘Fashion is a form of self-expression’, Munazza gives a sneak peek into her festive celebrations

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Gayatri Reddy, a 19 years old fashion model who is leaving no stone unturned to live her dreams. Being an optimistic person, she has a strong will to make her parents proud. Gayatri started modeling when she was in 11th grade. Currently, Gayatri is a media student. She wants to become a forensic Journalist and do modeling as a side hustle.&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><br></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">"You know my modeling journey was never that easy. I had a lot of hindrances in my way. As not everyone was okay with it. Society has always gone against it. Convincing your parents is not an easy task. Coming from a political background, you can not do what you exactly want as all the eyes are on you."&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Gayatri adores that the industry accepts people the way they are. Besides that, they recognize your talent and put them out that way.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>"They bring the best out of you. And when someone does that you feel blessed. It is not easy to survive in an industry full of uncertainty. Also, there is a lot of competition out there. But when you are there, they accept you for who you are. They embrace your specialty out there."</strong></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><span style="font-weight: 400;">However, Gayatri's family initially was not supportive of her, and it took time for them to come around.</span></strong></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>"They saw how I used to get ready and took pictures.&nbsp;</strong></span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>I feel good after taking pictures</strong></span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>. When I was in grade 9 I used to</strong></span><span style="font-weight: 400;">watch</span><strong><span style="font-weight: 400;"> '</span><a href="https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6056102/" target="_blank"><em><span style="font-weight: 400;">India's</span></em></a></strong><a href="https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6056102/" target="_blank"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong> Next</strong></span></a><a href="https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6056102/"><em><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Top</strong></span></em></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong> Model'. I am someone who if I want to do something, I do it with full determination. So, my parents saw the efforts I used to put in. They saw my goals, and how dedicated I was. I am a part of the fashion team in college. Out of 200 I made it to the core team of 7. My parents realized how serious I am about it. "</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>“The idea of beauty for me is how you carry yourself, and the way you present yourself. I think everyone is beautiful in their own way. I might not look the best. Though I am pretty sure that I have the best personality. That's something called confidence. The more confident you are, the more beautiful you look", says Gayathri while talking about beauty.&nbsp;</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><span style="font-weight: 400;">Dealing with a lot of criticism on social media and the people surrounding her, Gayatri became a strong-headed individual.</span></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>"I listen to a lot of things on social media. So many people tell me, Gayatri, you are very dark, skinny. I think dusky skin tone is one of the most beautiful. Have you ever stood under the sun and seen how beautiful it looks? It enhances you as a person and every other feature. I am very skinny, I weigh just 37 kgs. But I love the way I am. If you do not love yourself, you can not expect others to love you. Or even come and make you feel good about yourself. I know If I do not like who I am, I can not expect the world to appreciate me."</strong></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><span style="font-weight: 400;">Gayatri shared some fun and creative ideas to style our basic outfits this festive season. She shares,</span></strong></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>"So, one can do different things, probably they can wear pants and have a saree wrap around, pleat it from the front, accessorize it with heavy jewelry. Also, add your touch to your outfits. Add crop tops on, put on some gold jewelry, curl your hair, do simple yet cute makeup. Put a foundation, blush, highlighter, and bold lipstick.&nbsp;</strong></span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><span style="font-weight: 400;">Gayatri's favorite festival has always been Holi, the festival of colors. It is just once in the year when people come and play together. There are just colors and happiness around. Everyone comes together and has fun. She likes to celebrate it with her friends and family.&nbsp;</span></strong></span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>This interview was published in <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/october-2021-magazine" target="_blank">Monthly Magazine- October 2021</a><br></strong></span></span></span></p>

Gayatri Reddy on Body Shaming and Self Love

<p><span data-contrast="auto">Smarth Sikka is an Indian model. He has completed his education in&nbsp;&nbsp;B.tech.&nbsp;&nbsp;Smarth’s journey as a model has been interesting and full of passion. He was scouted by a modeling agency in 2020. The modeling agency found him through the social media app-<a href="https://www.instagram.com/"> Instagram</a>. Initially, Smarth was a bit skeptical about the offer. He has always been camera conscious and still is. However, he thought that not everyone gets the opportunity, hence he thought to give this a chance. Later, he found out that it was his best decision to date. </span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>

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<p><br></p><p><span data-contrast="auto">Smarth’s family wasn’t much supportive of his decision of getting into the modeling industry. The reason being, the model had just finished his B.tech. His parents asked him to look out for a 9-5 job and not distract his focus elsewhere. Moreover, Smarth’s passion and desire for modeling were much more than just a 9-5 job. He began convincing them and finally was successful at it.&nbsp;</span></p><p><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span><br></p><p><span data-contrast="auto">The model is also a freelance Graphic Designer. He is also learning a UI/UX course.&nbsp; Smarth has his plans all set. He says that if modeling does not turn out to be a viable option for him, he would like to continue with his studies in the future. If not a model, he would then work in the Product Development field. Smarth did not face a lot of major criticisms in his journey. However, he had to go through a lot of rejections. Smarth went for auditions and was often rejected for several reasons. The model decided not to feel discouraged at all. Instead, he decided to learn from those. These acceptances' that he made helped the model improve his craft and his qualities. </span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"><br></span></p><p><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"><br></span></p><p><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"><span data-contrast="auto"><strong>“I believe everything happens for the good”</strong></span></span></p><p><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"><span data-contrast="auto"><strong><br></strong></span></span></p><p><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-contrast="auto">Smarth feels there are certain sets of complications that come with the job of modeling. But when you look at the brighter side, there is a lot of fun and positivity to it.&nbsp;</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"><br></span></span></span></p><p><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"><br></span></span></span></p><p><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"><span data-contrast="auto"><strong>“It keeps me motivated to be fit and eat healthily. Also, if you’re really passionate about anything then the stress does not bother you. </strong></span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"><br></span></span></span></span></p><p><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"><br></span></span></span></span></p><p><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"><span data-contrast="auto">Smarth feels that the job of modeling comes with no job security. There are a certain number of ups and downs that the role of a model has. But the only ingredient required for a successful career into it is dedication and hard work. Smarth sometimes too feels insecure about these things. But he somewhere knows that he is a fresh face and if he needs stability in his career of modeling, he needs to work hard. </span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"><br></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"><br></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"><span data-contrast="auto"><strong>“Being focused and smart can land you at a better place in the&nbsp;Industry.&nbsp;&nbsp;As there is a lot of scope in the industry.’”</strong></span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span><br></span></span></span></span></span></p><p><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"><br></span></span></span></span></p><p><span data-contrast="auto">One of the toughest parts for the model so far in his journey has been to remain in good shape. The part of being shape is not only a difficulty for one or two, but it is a problem for every model these days. But since it is a part and parcel of the journey, the model needs to look after it and maintain it. Smarth is a foodie and he enjoys discovering new food joints and try new various cuisines. But, due to his work commitments and determination, he avoids them. </span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"><br></span></p><p><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"><br></span></p><p><span data-contrast="auto">The model is not a type of goal-oriented person and believes in living the present and do the hard work the job requires. So, Smarth’s advice of the young model asks them to work hard and stay true to themselves. And this will eventually land them at a good place in life and their career.&nbsp;</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"><br></span></p><p><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"><br></span></p><p><span data-contrast="auto">The strongest virtue for Smarth is wisdom. He loves learning. He wants to explore new things and has a never-give-up attitude. The weakest quality that the model possesses is Self-Control. He says he gives into unhealthy temptations very easily. </span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"><br></span></p><p><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"><br></span></p><p><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"><span data-contrast="auto"><strong>“I think the fashion trends in the world have changed drastically in the last two years. People have moved out of their comfort zones and have experimented with a lot more new ideations. “</strong></span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"><br></span></span></p><p><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"><br></span></span></p><p><span data-contrast="auto">Smarth loves these fashion trends. He says that he is a very lazy person and does not like getting into formals. The model thinks that social media has become a crucial part of one’s life. Having a strong social media base is very important. With the help of social media, a person is able to be in touch with the people and the world. It plays an important role in a model’s life to stay up to date with the fashion trends. </span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"><br></span></p><p><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"><br></span></p><p><span data-contrast="auto">Lastly, Smarth is a dog lover. He often helps the helpless stray dogs to find shelter. He would love to open an NGO for such stray dogs and help them as much as possible.&nbsp;</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"><br></span></p><p><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"><br></span></p><p><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">“Kindness to animals is how humans demonstrate respect for the purity we have lost.”</span></strong></span></p><p><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"><strong><span data-contrast="auto"><br></span></strong></span></p><p><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Read - <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/hardwork-is-the-only-way-to-success-anjum-varis-mr-india-2018" target="_blank">Hard work is the only way to success, Anjum Varis, Mr. India 2018</a><br></span></strong></span><br></p>

"Dedication and hard work always kept me going” says Smarth Sikka. 

<p><span style="font-size: 16px;">Meet Varsha Ghansani from Mumbai, who is working hard to achieve milestones in her career. She is a fitness enthusiast and loves spending her energy on herself. Her bold and strong personality is what makes her stand out. She is hustling each day to do what she loves the most. Every day Varsha gets up in the morning to work towards the goals that give her a boost. Varsha's mother is the one who encouraged her to pursue modeling.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 16px;"><br></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 16px;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 16px;">When asked what she loves the most about modeling, Varsha expressed that modeling brings out the best from a person's personality. Adding more, she says,</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 16px;"><br></span></p><p><strong style="font-size: 16px;">&nbsp;"I love how models carry themselves on the ramps, how they shooting, how they are depicting the outfit. Also, how does a model create a story out of nothing which means everything! Every outfit has a story that you can not speak out to everyone. Though when you wear that outfit, the story roars out. That is what I love about modeling. But modeling is something you can not do alone. We need a team. To do the best shoot we need a best team."</strong></p><p><strong style="font-size: 16px;"><br></strong></p><p><span style="font-size: 16px;">Currently, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/inega.in/">Inega</a> modeling agency represents Varsha as a model. Talking about her struggles, Varsha said that she had faced a lot of ups and downs in her career. But she did not lose hope and continued to work hard. Elaborating, Varsha says,</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 16px;"><br></span></p><p><strong style="font-size: 16px;">"There were times I did not have an agency or the right people around me. I wanted to leave the modeling but then I am a person who can not quit anything. If I am successful I might leave things on my own. But if I am struggling and not doing well, I make it work until I succeed."</strong></p><p><strong style="font-size: 16px;"><br></strong></p><p><span style="font-size: 16px;">Varsha feels having several sources of income is very important. She has been independent of a very young age and feels every woman should be. Varsha is pursuing her Masters's. Also, is doing a part-time job along with modeling.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 16px;"><br></span></p><p><strong style="font-size: 16px;">"Modeling use to pay me well but it is difficult to manage it along with studies. Modeling is also very uncertain, a week you will have 3 shoots in a day, and there would be months where you have any work. This has happened to me. My studies have suffered due to the uncertainty of shoots.</strong></p><p><strong style="font-size: 16px;"><br></strong></p><p><strong style="font-size: 16px;">Therefore, I decided to prioritize things. Right now my priority is my studies and on the job because it is not uncertain. As it will give me the salary that I want every month. Also, during the pandemic, modeling was shut completely. But then at that time my job helped me and my family to survive very well. That is the reason I dont want to rely on just one option."</strong></p><p><strong style="font-size: 16px;"><br></strong></p><p><span style="font-size: 16px;">When asked Varsha does modeling is going to help her in long run, she said that of course, it will help her. Also, she cleared a myth that after a certain age people do not get work.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 16px;"><br></span></p><p><strong style="font-size: 16px;">"I mean look at Naomi Campbell, she still rocks the stage. There is Kendel Jenner of my era and then there is Naomi, she looks exceptionally pretty even today. So, it is not an age-based career, you have to work hard every day, and that is not easy. It is all about taking care of yourself, putting yourself first, learning every day. you watch the world and you learn.</strong></p><p><strong style="font-size: 16px;"><br></strong></p><p><strong style="font-size: 16px;">People are putting statements out there. You learn from them. You create your own story, you put it out yourself. If you will never get bored of yourself, nobody is going to get bored of you. Just portray the best version of yourself but for that, you first need to be the best version of yourself".</strong></p><p><strong style="font-size: 16px;"><br></strong></p><p><span style="font-size: 16px;">On asking about her dream fashion project, Varsha mentioned the names of some well-known designers whom she would love to work with. She loves the vibe and the designs of those designers and is very keen to work with them.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 16px;"><br></span></p><p><strong style="font-size: 16px;">"I have a list of designers like Sabyasachi, Rahul Mishra, I adore them so much. Anamika Khanna, there are names and names, Sidharth Tyler, Shantanu and Nikhil. I so want to be their face, and I know I can pull it off. I have the capability of portraying their story out to the world. Therefore, I am just waiting for the right time."</strong></p><p><strong style="font-size: 16px;"><br></strong></p><p><span style="font-size: 16px;">According to Varsha aspiring model should be consistent and determined in this competitive field. Explaining further she says,</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 16px;"><br></span></p><p><strong style="font-size: 16px;">"Every day there is a new model coming. You have to present yourself in a better way and be consistent. You give out the best of yourself, do quality work. Understand what quantity and quality are. Quantity might give you money. That is important. I would not say do not do quantity work but understand the priority."</strong></p><p><strong style="font-size: 16px;"><br></strong></p><p><strong><span style="font-size: 16px;">Read: </span><a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/interviews/whatever-is-going-inside-you-should-not-be-on-your-face-kunal-jalan/" target="_blank" style="font-size: 16px;">“Whatever is going inside you, should not be on your face”- Kunal Jalan</a><br></strong></p>

Varsha Ghansani is an inspiration for women to strive hard

Meet Maitri Mitali, A highflyer and a Go-getter from Odisha

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Anjum completed his MBA in the year 2013, after which his interests brought him to the modeling industry. He worked in Dubai in a corporate job. After which in 2016, he came to know about a pageant show in India that was Mr. Delhi. </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">This was his first initial step as a model in the modeling industry. In which he won the title of Mr. Delhi in the year 2017.&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><br></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">He has also worked with prominent singers like Deeprag in a music video, opposite <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gauahar_Khan" target="_blank">Gauhar khan</a>.&nbsp;</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Anjum has also worked as an international fashion model in Europe. In 2018, he participated in Mr. India, where he got the title of Masters of Misters. </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">He will be visiting Miami soon as a representative of India. Competing with 57 other countries for Masters of misters as Mr. world.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">When asked about the different shoots he had been to, Anjum said,</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>I have worked with renowned brands and companies like <a href="https://www.myntra.com/">Myntra</a>, amazon, Beardo, Body Shop, and many others. I have also worked on around 7 to 8 different Punjabi songs.</strong></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Anjum has different hobbies and interests, he likes interacting with new people, traveling, exploring new places, and singing.&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">When asked about challenges and criticism, Anjum says,</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>I was lucky enough that I didn't face any challenges as such. I also got opportunities to prove myself because I met good people in the industry. The only difficulty I faced was compromise, and I worked with good brands.&nbsp;</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>The main difficulty was that my family and friends thought I could not work in it. But, when my mother saw my posters working with renowned brands they were very happy.&nbsp;</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Anjum never faced any challenges and difficulties in his shoots, he says as he was always very passionate about modeling. The only pressure he faced was about time as he had regular shoots.&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Asking about his views on the modeling industry, Anjum adds,&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>I am very passionate and keen about my shoots and modeling. Hard work is the only way to your success. Showing tantrums can never help anyone.&nbsp;</strong></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Sharing his experience of participating in Mr. India, Anjum told during his event he was tensed about wining the event seeing his competitors in which he called his mother for guidance. After which, he excelled in the event and won the title of Mr. India.&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></p><p>When asked about his biggest challenge when he entered the modeling industry. Anjum replied with trust, as he did not have any contacts with anyone in the industry.</p><p>Anjum has started his own company named Zio, in which they help aspiring models get ready for pageants. He also told that he wanted to provide a bigger platform for new models to help them with modeling.</p><p><br></p><p>When asked about the fashion designers he wants to work with within the industry, he told he likes the work of Sabyasachi and would like to work with him and Manish Malhotra.</p><p>Anjum has also worked in a campaign for saving the girl child. In which they went to villages and made people aware of the fact that both girls and boys are equally important. As Anjum himself has two sisters he says girls are indeed much better than boys.</p><p><br></p><p>Anjum has also worked with many International Models and many other prominent models, he has also walked in different ramp walks.</p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Read: <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/meet-saud-hasan-khan-a-fashion-model-following-his-interests-in-modeling" target="_blank">https://WMH.kweesha.com/meet-saud-hasan-khan-a-fashion-model-following-his-interests-in-modeling</a><br></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></p>

Hardwork is the only way to success, Anjum Varis, Mr. India 2018

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ritesh Hindocha is a fashionista, model, influencer, and a daily dose of motivation for others. He is dedicated and passionate in the work field and has managed to make people on the internet fall in love with his charm and talents.&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ritesh started his career as a content creator when the pandemic hit the world. During the lockdown, he was feeling rather put off and depressed about his entire life being turned upside down. He could not focus on his hobbies, like swimming, or lead his usually healthy lifestyle, so he turned to social media. When he was locked inside the house, he would dance in front of the television. His family would encourage him and hype him up.</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><em><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>“One day my Nana, his father, sent me a video of him dancing to a song, and that gave me the idea that this could be shared with the whole country. They will enjoy watching his videos, and it will spread positivity,”</strong></span></em><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong> Dhruv, Ritesh’s confidant, shared with us.&nbsp;</strong></span></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ritesh did not know that Dhruv had opened an Instagram account for him initially, but when he found out that his videos were doing well on the internet, he was ecstatic.</span></strong></span></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><span style="font-weight: 400;">“</span></strong><em><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>He now knows more techniques and features on Instagram than us</strong></span></em><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>,</strong><strong>” Dhruv adds.</strong></span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></span></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ritesh has his own business besides being a model and influencer. He owns a mobile retail shop. He also has numerous hobbies, out of which swimming is his favorite. Ritesh was into swimming every day before the lockdown. Dhruv says that even if most people with down syndrome are wary of deep waters, Ritesh on the other hand loved playing in it. He would swim in 20 feet deep waters without using afloat, which is super impressive. Ritesh is a sports enthusiast, as he plays badminton and cricket as well.&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ritesh loves to connect with people online and spreading positivity among the masses. He loves it when his efforts are properly recognized and people praise him. Dhruv shared a heartwarming incident with us where Ritesh went to take the vaccine and the doctor appointed to him recognized him immediately and praised him for his good work. This made them feel really proud and emotional.</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">However, before becoming a loveable influencer, Ritesh’s life was not always full of rainbows.&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><span style="font-weight: 400;">“</span></strong><em><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Before Instagram, people used to tease him and not used to talk to him. But now people want to talk to him. That makes him very, very happy</strong></span></em><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>,” Dhruv says.&nbsp;</strong></span></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ritesh, as a child, led a pretty difficult life with children of his age isolating him for his condition. His mother used to convince the others for him so they let him play with them. However, he still did not fit in with the others as they never let him play the part he wanted to do. They would never give him any important positions in their games, and Ritesh felt left out because of that.&nbsp;</span></strong></span></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><span style="font-weight: 400;">“</span></strong><em><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Now the same people are messaging us, saying that they want a picture with us and want to have a shoot with us,</strong></span></em><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>” Dhruv adds</strong></span><strong><span style="font-weight: 400;">. “</span></strong><em><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Even now we get hate comments. However, 90% of our responses and comments are positive. There are still 10% of people who do not understand what down syndrome is and how it affects someone’s life.</strong></span></em><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>”&nbsp;</strong></span></span></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ritesh tries his best to connect with his audience, and that is why he always makes sure to read every comment and DM that he receives. However one day, Ritesh once received a comment which mocked his physical appearance, and the model was confused as to why he was receiving responses like that. There were also several more comments of the same sort, and it made Ritesh sad to see such ignorant comments. After that, his family and loved ones advised him to not read comments and messages anymore, since he could encounter more comments as such and it could worsen his mental health. They all try their best to shield Ritesh from any negative words, which is admirable.&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ritesh’s family is super supportive of him pursuing the field of content creation. Dhruv is the one who is the most active of them all. He gives Ritesh full autonomy over the kind of content he wants to produce, all the while pitching in his own unique ideas. He also helps shoot and edit all the videos on Ritesh’s page. Both of them work together to bring the audience fresh waves of content, which are entertaining and enjoyable to watch.&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">According to Dhruv, Ritesh’s biggest strength would be his willpower. Ritesh’s parents always taught him to ignore bad people and negative words. That’s why Ritesh has made himself very strong from the inside.&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><span style="font-weight: 400;">“</span></strong><em><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>His biggest strength would be that he ignores things that are not important to him, and moves on easily.</strong></span></em><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>”&nbsp;</strong></span></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">It is very easy to get caught up with strangers’ words on the internet, and Ritesh and his family try their best to not let the discrimination get to them. Dhruv continues to say that the most irritable thing for them is how people send them messages undermining Ritesh’s special condition or straight away thinking that they are faking the whole thing for views, sympathy, and clout.&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ritesh is a big believer in God, and he believes that he has a direct connection with him. Before every shoot, he makes sure to remember God and pray for success in his endeavors. Ritesh feels special and grateful for every bit of validation he receives. He is not greedy for views and likes and feels rather satisfied with any amount of attention he gets.&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><br></p><p><strong><span style="font-weight: 400;">“</span></strong><em><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>We are not doing this for views. We are doing this to spread awareness. He does not care much about which video is doing well and which is not. He is doing this for fun and to spread awareness while doing so. His priority is to help other people like him.</strong></span></em><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>”</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ritesh wants to convey the message through his videos that people with down syndrome can do anything and everything as they please. They are not weak or burdens. He wants other people with down syndrome to know that they can do anything they want. They should not believe in people who say that they cannot do anything. They can and will do what they want to do.&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ritesh feels really lucky to have increased the bar of their reach too. They are hoping for the best and feel grateful to have this platform. They seem to have a lot of things planned to show to their fans and followers. There are many celebrities who follow him and have reached out to him, wishing him on his birthday and connecting with him through this platform.&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ritesh is now working towards improving his English speaking skills so that he can connect with more fans throughout the country. When he was younger, there was no awareness for people with down syndrome, and people with this condition were usually met with hate and ignorance. Now, he wants to change that and make others aware that <a href="https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/birthdefects/downsyndrome.html#:~:text=is%20Down%20Syndrome%3F-,Down%20syndrome%20is%20a%20condition%20in%20which%20a%20person%20has,is%20born%20with%2046%20chromosomes.">down syndrome</a> is nothing bad. Ritesh is now working on his speech skills, especially the English language, so he can reach more people and enlighten them about this.&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Apart from spreading awareness about down syndrome, he is also supporting many other NGOs and their causes. He donates to charity and is now planning to collaborate with many non-profit organizations to help them reach their goals and spread their messages among the masses.&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Content creation and modeling have helped Ritesh break out of his shell and become a more confident person. He is now carefree and makes conversation with people pretty easily. He feels happy that so many people want to talk to him and believe in him. The main benefit of starting this Instagram account was how bold and open Ritesh has become in comparison to before. He is not shy anymore, and can now speak and stand up for himself.&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></p><p><strong>Read</strong>: <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/modeling-is-a-combination-of-mind-soul-and-body-fashion-model-dilip-paryani" target="_blank">“Modeling is a combination of mind, soul, and body “, Fashion Model, Dilip Paryani</a></p>

Meet Ritesh Hindocha, an influencer with down syndrome capturing hearts

<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><strong style="font-weight:normal;" id="docs-internal-guid-f008d6d9-7fff-eecd-65a0-9672b81f36c8"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 12pt;">”Every girl and every woman has the potential to make this world a better place, and that potential lies in the act of thinking higher thoughts and feeling deeper things.”&nbsp; One such ambitious girl is Shruti Prajapati. Shruti currently resides in Mumbai – The City of Dreams! The model is also pursuing her graduation in the field of Mass communication along with a modeling career.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></strong></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><strong style="font-weight:normal;" id="docs-internal-guid-f008d6d9-7fff-eecd-65a0-9672b81f36c8"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 12pt;">Shruti’s mom is a teacher and her dad is an electrician. Yet, her parents, especially her mother have been supportive of her dream of becoming a model. Now, she is all set to work hard and make her parents proud one day.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></strong></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><strong style="font-weight:normal;" id="docs-internal-guid-f008d6d9-7fff-eecd-65a0-9672b81f36c8"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 12pt;">Shruti always wanted to become a model and work for brands. She also wants to work in Tv advertisements or as an actor in television serials. Thus, Shruti took up admission to a media school to pursue her dream of becoming a model a year ago. She soon started working on herself and kept herself healthy. She also advises everyone to keep themselves hydrated and exercise regularly.&nbsp;</span></strong></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><strong style="font-weight:normal;" id="docs-internal-guid-f008d6d9-7fff-eecd-65a0-9672b81f36c8"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 12pt;">The model has always loved the Camera! Shruti not only loves DSLR photoshoots but loves mobile photography and finds it easy and quick. She loves to try her hands on various types of makeup hacks. The model often dresses herself up and clicks photographs.</span></strong></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><strong style="font-weight:normal;" id="docs-internal-guid-f008d6d9-7fff-eecd-65a0-9672b81f36c8"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 12pt;">The model began her first shoot in 2020 after the pandemic happened. She found it as an opportunity to grow and explore. Moreover, Shruti loves to try both western and traditional photoshoots. Shruti is currently learning through other models and influencers to know more about modeling and try her hands onto it. Subsequently, she believes social media is a huge platform for people to learn and grow, just like she did.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></strong></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><strong style="font-weight:normal;" id="docs-internal-guid-f008d6d9-7fff-eecd-65a0-9672b81f36c8"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 12pt;">Shruti has always loved modeling. More than just a career, she looks up to it as her passion. If not a model, Shruti would prefer to be an actor. She has always loved the camera; the model would have been showcasing her skills in a daily soap.&nbsp;</span></strong></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>“I love to be clicked. Walking on Ramps excite me. I would love to represent brands.”&nbsp;</strong></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><strong style="font-weight:normal;" id="docs-internal-guid-f008d6d9-7fff-eecd-65a0-9672b81f36c8"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 12pt;">Implied nudity has been on a rise for the last few years. Nowadays, Agencies look for models who are comfortable with Lingerie Shoots, bikini shoots, or bold photoshoots. The models who are not comfortable with the implied nudity in the industry, often face obstacles. It becomes tough for them to sustain.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></strong></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-f008d6d9-7fff-eecd-65a0-9672b81f36c8"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>“Models are being judged for their body exposure. Due to the nudity rise in the modeling world, the Indian society has been looking up to models in the wrong light. Many of the models give up on their modeling career halfway due to extreme nudity, which is sad and concerning”&nbsp;</strong></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><strong style="font-weight:normal;" id="docs-internal-guid-f008d6d9-7fff-eecd-65a0-9672b81f36c8"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 12pt;">Shruti has faced several criticisms in her journey so far. She has been criticized for her short height, appearance, her hair. There have been several stereotypes for which girls are looked up to. Right from a fairer skin tone to colored hairs, she has suffered obstacles. But the model decided to not give up on her dream. Shruti has now made it a point where she never lets herself down because of people's opinions on her.&nbsp;</span></strong></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><strong style="font-weight:normal;" id="docs-internal-guid-f008d6d9-7fff-eecd-65a0-9672b81f36c8"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 12pt;">Shruti’s journey has been a roller coaster ride. She loves fashion, makeup, dressing in a unique way, photoshoots, Portrait filming, etc. Shruti aims to work with the topmost designers one day. To name a few, she would love to work with</span><a href="https://manishmalhotra.in/" style="text-decoration:none;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(17, 85, 204); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 12pt;">Manish Malhotra</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 12pt;">,</span><a href="https://www.sabyasachi.com/" style="text-decoration:none;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(17, 85, 204); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 12pt;">Sabyasachi</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 12pt;">, Ritu Kumar, one day. Shruti also wants to represent India in beauty pageants one day.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></strong></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-f008d6d9-7fff-eecd-65a0-9672b81f36c8"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>“Models and actors like Kareena Kapoor Khan, Shraddha Kapoor have been my inspiration right from the start. They inspire me to follow my dream and become successful”</strong></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><strong style="font-weight:normal;" id="docs-internal-guid-f008d6d9-7fff-eecd-65a0-9672b81f36c8"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 12pt;">Shruti’s hobbies and interests apart from modeling have been singing. She has also auditioned for ‘Sing Dil Se’, an online singing platform. The model also loves Art. She likes drawing portraits, and sketches.&nbsp;</span></strong></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><strong style="font-weight:normal;" id="docs-internal-guid-f008d6d9-7fff-eecd-65a0-9672b81f36c8"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 12pt;">The toughest part of being a model for Shruti is to keep going with the trend. She also finds it important to know what will the audience love. Social media has been playing a very important role in today’s time, especially for newcomers. Modeling earlier was considered a tough job for young girls due to a lack of social outreach. But now, it's been very easy for young models to start their careers with just a smartphone to shoot. With the help of social media, anyone can connect with anyone easily.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></strong></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><strong style="font-weight:normal;" id="docs-internal-guid-f008d6d9-7fff-eecd-65a0-9672b81f36c8"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 12pt;">Shruti loves the culture of Halloween. Moreover, the idea of dressing up as devils excites her. She would try it someday. Also, Shruti would love to be a part of such Halloween themed party if she gets an opportunity to. Also, the model feels such creative ideas are important. Such ideas that excite the youth are important to connect with the youth.&nbsp;</span></strong></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><strong style="font-weight:normal;" id="docs-internal-guid-f008d6d9-7fff-eecd-65a0-9672b81f36c8"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 12pt;">Financial stability is important in a model's career. It depends on the brand you’re working with. Moreover, If a model is working with a good agency at good pay, then she does not require any alternate source of income.&nbsp;</span></strong></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-f008d6d9-7fff-eecd-65a0-9672b81f36c8"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>‘Modelling is not an easy job. It requires a lot of passion. The smooth ramp walk that you see, the model needs to do a lot of practices to achieve it.”</strong></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><strong style="font-weight:normal;" id="docs-internal-guid-f008d6d9-7fff-eecd-65a0-9672b81f36c8"><a href="https://worldmodelhunt.com/meet-the-first-drag-queen-to-walk-down-the-south-asian-fashion-week/" style="text-decoration:none;" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(17, 85, 204); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 12pt;">Read: Meet The First Drag Queen To Walk Down The South Asian Fashion Week</span></a></strong></p><p><strong style="font-weight:normal;" id="docs-internal-guid-f008d6d9-7fff-eecd-65a0-9672b81f36c8"><br><br></strong></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>

Meet Shruti Prajapati, an iron-willed and explicit young model!

<p><strong>Meet Saud Hasan Khan, a fashion model following his interests in Modeling</strong></p>
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<p>Saud Hasan has an interesting story about how he started his modeling career in 2011. In the early stage of his modeling career, Saud faced rejections. He soon departed his way towards a corporate job in Delhi.</p>
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<p><br></p><p>Saud also says his family was very supportive throughout his modeling journey, during his ups and downs.</p><p><br></p><p>He had a tough schedule to follow during his peak modeling career. His day would start from 6 am and his campaign would end by 12 followed by other campaigns and shoots.</p><p><br></p><p>There are different things that interest him. Some of them are traveling, playing cricket, and exploring old cities with different cultures. He also says he loves playing cricket, and if he would have not been a model, he might have been a cricketer instead.</p><p><br></p><p>When asked about criticism in the fashion Industry. Saud says,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>People in the industry are very straightforward. Shortcuts cannot help anyone reach anywhere rather, it's just hard work that can help people to reach their milestones.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>When asked about rejections in his career, he had a really good viewpoint. He notes</p><p><br></p><p><strong>One should be humble when one has not reached the ultimate goal of life and keep their ego aside. Rejections are a part of your life which helps you become better.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Being an experienced fashion model, Saud says he didn't face any pressure or stress during shoots. The more he worked the better he got.</p><p><br></p><p>But, initially, in his early shots, he faced challenges like the outcome of his pictures and costumes. But, as he spent more time on his shoots, it became his cup of tea. Saud also says that people usually think Fashion models or fashion industry people have a glamorous life. On this, he adds,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"But, it is just an illusion. In reality people work hard for that glamorous life. It is something which they work for day and night. It is not something which can be just bought".</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>When asked about social media, in 2014, when he started social media platforms like Instagram were not as big as today. His Instagram handle was created by a choreographer named Sauteshrinki then. But at that time he used to be more active on Facebook, by 2018 he started being active on Instagram.</p><p><br></p><p>He also says that aspiring models are emerging on social media. It is a great platform for aspiring models to also work from Instagram. It is a good way to reach out to several people, get recognized and get work as well.</p><p><br></p><p>As Saud is an experienced model and a known personality in the modeling field when asked about future modeling goals he said,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>‘He will be working as a model. But as he likes creativity he may as well go for designing clothes in future’.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>When asked about his experience in ramp walks. He said in the beginning, he was a bit afraid. He shared one of his experiences. Once he was approached by the <a href="https://www.rajeshpratapsingh.com/">famous designer, Rajesh Pratap</a>. He asked him to open the show. This was the time when his fear of walking on a ramp walk went away. After this experience, Saud says he was confident. And now, also been in almost every ramp walk of India. He has worked with almost all the designers of the industry.</p><p><br></p><p>Saud shared his experience and difficulties he faced during his pageant organized by Global Style Australia. It was only for established models of India. There, he won the title of Global Style India 2015 X factor.</p><p><br></p><p>He also says the journey was tough as all the best models of India came forward for this event. He was grateful to have won the title of x-factor and is in the second position.</p><p><br></p><p>When asked about implied nudity, Saud says that he doesn't think there is nudity as such. The costumes made by the designers are for the sole purpose of the act and character of that person. He also says it's all about design, character, and art. He says that there are people who represent their art in that way. Thus, it is art for him and not nudity.</p><p><br></p><p>Read: <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/interviews/modeling-is-a-combination-of-mind-soul-and-body-fashion-model-dilip-paryani/" target="_blank">“Modeling is a combination of mind, soul and body “, Fashion Model, Dilip Paryani</a></p>

Meet Saud Hasan Khan, a fashion model following his interests in Modeling

<p><strong style="font-weight:normal;" id="docs-internal-guid-bfefc547-7fff-e96f-6a45-3f195a4ab966"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Laksh Birdi is a 29-year-old model hailing from Chandigarh, Punjab. His career as a model started when he participated in the Signature Fashion show in 2016. Laksh Birdi is one such model who has been hustling each day to follow his passion. He also works in the government sector for financial stability. Laksh feels that there is a lot of competition in the modeling industry. So skilled work and hard work are very important. Today, Laksh has good experience in the industry due to this. We spoke to him to know about his journey till now.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Laksh told us that he used to take part in college ramp shows just for fun. But, little did he know that it will turn into his passion. While he was on a family vacation, one of Laksh's cousins advised him to send a portfolio to the modeling agencies for better opportunities. But Laksh Birdi felt that he was way behind in comparison to other models and dropped the idea. However, in the year 2015, with lots of hope and courage, he decided to take up modeling and started working on himself.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">&nbsp;"Firstly I started gathering information and noted few points where I was lacking. Then I started my gym. Secondly I started looking for some videos, and interviews on how models dress, how they pose and how they walk in a rampshow. That is how I learned."</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Later in the year 2016, Laksh Birdi decided to get a portfolio done. So, one of his school-time friends who was a photographer helped him in making a portfolio. After a few months, Laksh finally sent it to one of the agencies. The agency approved him and gave him the golden opportunity to walk the ramp. The show was in Delhi - The Signature Fashion Week December 2016.&nbsp;</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">"I was very nervous from inside before the show, but show went good. I was appreciated a lot by my family and friends. Also, that show gave me the confidence and ability to face my fears."</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Laksh Birdi feels that to chase passion one should be financially stable first. So, he is still working in the government sector.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Modeling was happening on the side along with work. But, never knew it will become my passion one day and I will get this serious about modeling"</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Talking about his family, Laksh Birdi expressed that his family has been really supportive throughout. However, his family was quite skeptical of taking modeling full-time without being independent financially. He never forgets his father's advice - </span><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:italic;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Doing good things requires hard work and one should wait for the right time to achieve them</span><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">. Laksh Birdi is very grateful to his parents as whatever he has achieved till now is because of their support.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">"My mother helped me achieve what I have today in my modeling career. And, my father has always guided me. My father and mother throughout supported me alot in both the journeys, of work and modeling."</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">https://www.instagram.com/reel/CPGjWJdnGCS/</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Laksh Birdi has been doing both designer shoots and brand shoots. And, he thoroughly enjoys both of them. Laksh Birdi mentioned that both have their own advantages. Also, advertisement shoots have more value than designer shoots, according to him. If the brand is well known then a person may get an opportunity to work on big campaigns. Laksh would love to work more for brands than designers. He says,</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">"In the future, you have more chance (if you do adverstisements) to get highlighted on social media, as you all know now-a-days social media is a bigger platform to showcase your work. Therefore, I would love to work with advertising brands and add more value"</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Also, Laksh Birdi lists a few points to keep in mind before approaching any well-known brand. He said a beginner should include a small introduction about themselves, mentioning why they like the brand, how perfect they are for the brand, and how they could collaborate. Laksh Birdi told rather than just proposing a collaboration one should let them know exactly what you have in mind and what is the story behind it. He writes blogs on related topics, promotes through affiliated links, and also makes relevant videos.&nbsp;</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">"Try making better content and allow brands to see the work. Your presentation is very important when you make content, so choose it wisely."</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Laksh Birdi showered some light on how the social media influencer market has reduced the prospects of models. He told that in the pandemic the outdoor shoots have stopped. 2020 has been a catalyst for the growth of Influencer marketing in India. Not only new content creators have emerged but also brands have shown interest in working with influencers for their respective goals.&nbsp;</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Social media influencers this year, have used a variety of features to promote brands. Especially Reels, as it is heavily promoted by</span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/" style="text-decoration:none;"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#1155cc;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:underline;-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none;text-decoration-skip-ink:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Instagram</span></a><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"> and is cost-effective compared to long videos, providing more authenticity and engagement"</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">The advice Laksh Birdi gave to all aspiring models was to never give up. Also, work hard to achieve your ambitious goals and always keep pushing yourself to do better.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">&nbsp;"The road to your dreams isn’t always easy to navigate, sometimes dotted with mountains to climb, obstacles to overcome—and hard, mind-numbing times that will make you feel like quitting. Just remember this if you get lost along the way: Anything worth having doesn’t come easy, so don’t turn back around"</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Laksh Birdi asks everyone to mentally prepare themselves for rejection. Also, should know how to handle when doors shut in front of their face without giving a second thought. He thanks God every day for the new day as he still remembers what he faced in his initial journey. The rejections he faced made him strong. Also, it took a lot of time for him to make his name in the industry. He mentions that modeling is not an easy field, one should do consistent hard work.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">&nbsp;Rejection is part of the territory. The sooner you accept it, the better for you. Don’t base your self-worth on appearance or anybody else’s approval of you. Start practicing now: challenge yourself to shrug off any criticism you receive this week. See if it was easy or difficult. The harder it was, the more you need to grow a tougher skin. Start practicing the ability to let all criticism roll off your back! But don’t worry, everybody is capable of learning this skill with enough practice.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;">Read:</span><a href="https://wmh.kweesha.com/abhilasha-rai-is-hustling-hard-to-achieve-everything-she-dream-of" style="text-decoration:none;" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#1155cc;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:underline;-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none;text-decoration-skip-ink:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"> Abhilasha Rai is hustling hard to achieve everything she dreams of</span></a></p><br><br></strong></p>

Laksh Birdi "Nothing worthwhile comes easily, so don't turn back."

<p>Dilip Paryani is a fashion model based in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh. He was in college when he developed an interest in modeling. It has been two years since he is in the modeling industry. Being from an ancient and holy city, Dilip is into spirituality and is a Vastu expert. Whenever he feels low and alone, he visits temples.</p>
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    <p><strong>"I wanted to do modeling when I was in college. On the other hand, we have family business, so I got involved in it. Therefore I was not able to give time to modeling. Modeling was my deep passion. Recently, I tried for modeling and got good opportunities. If I got a chance to go in past though not possible I would definitely start my modeling career early".</strong><br><br></p>
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<p>Dilip's family was very supportive of his decision of being a fashion model. He is happy about his work and doing better day by day. Additionally, he is also a producer and has a real estate business. He recently produced a web series. Talking about his producing project, Dilip says,</p>
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    <p><strong>"I have produced a web series, Vintage Boys. The show is available on MX Player. It is a comedy series based on old age home. It is has been two months since it's release and I have received a good response from the audience".</strong><br><br></p>
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<p>Dilip is a strong-headed individual. He is an optimistic person and does not get hurt easily. This makes him different from others and stands out in the crowd. Being into different professions at the same time, when asked Dilip about his schedule, he revealed,</p>
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    <p><strong>"I face a lot of problems regarding time management. I consider this as my biggest weakness. Moreover, my second weakness is that I cannot say no easily. If I got a call, an appointment or any assignment for which I did not have time, I am not able to say no for it. I try to manage time then".</strong><br><br></p>
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<p>Presently, Dilip is working as a freelance model. He got his first modeling project in 2019. Then, he was just done with his portfolio with the help of a regional photographer. As a result, the brand Porwal Ethnics approached him for the shoot. Moreover, Dilip has been a part of several projects in such a short span of time in his career. He has worked with various designers, Asit Merchant, Vishal Kapoor, Mukesh Dubey, and Kingshuk Bahaduri. Also, he did a print campaign with Tiaan cosmetics, Herbs Wala, and many more. Last month, Dilip did a ramp walk in <a href="https://www.instagram.com/uttarakhandfashionweek/?hl=en">Uttarakhand</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/uttarakhandfashionweek/?hl=en">Fashion</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/uttarakhandfashionweek/?hl=en">Week.</a></p>
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<p>Dilip completed his graduation in B Com from Vikram University. Then, he did MBA in Finance. During that time he got his first project. Dilip has not restricted himself to another artistic field. Therefore, if given chance he would also like to work in the acting industry and explore his other and hidden capabilities. Discussing his acting interest, Dilip shared that he is working on his second project as a producer and may also work as an actor.</p>
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<p><br></p><p>Jatin Khirbat is an inspiration to Dilip. He looks up to him in the industry. Dilip believes Jatin has all the qualities of being a fashion model. Fashion for Dilip is more about how one carries themselves. The attire is definitely important but how one carry it is more important. Dilip feels the Indian fashion industry is achieving milestones and recognition on international platforms.</p><p><br></p><blockquote><p><strong>"In fashion, India is very different from other countries. We have varities here in India. We have western fashion but also our traditions. Even, in that we have different varities according to regions. There is North Indian, Marathi, Gujarati, Bengali and the list is never-ending. So, the amount of fashion scope in india is much more than any other country in the world".</strong><br><br></p></blockquote><p>Since Dilip is completely packed up with his busy schedule, he did not have time for other things. However, Dilip after his post-graduation was working in the special school. He used to teach children there and worked for three years in the school. Though he wanted to continue to teach children but could not because of his schedule. Therefore, in the future, if again Dilip got a chance for social welfare, he will work for the education of children. He strongly believes that sharing knowledge and imparting education is the best thing one can give and receive.</p><p><br></p><p>Strangely pandemic has helped Dilip to explore more in modeling. Adding to which Dilip says,</p><p><br></p><blockquote><p><strong>"Actually the affect of pandemic on my modeling career has been positive. Before that I wanted to explore more but was not able to manage my time. Nevertheless, pandemic gave me time and the golden opportunity to try and experiments new projects. Now, I have projects all over Madhya Pradesh".<br><br></strong></p></blockquote><p>Also Read: <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/modeling-is-not-only-about-looks-or-body-structure-fashion-model-abhijit-mhatre" target="_blank"><strong>“Modeling is not only about looks or body structure”, Fashion Model, Abhijit Mhatre</strong></a></p>

"Modeling is a combination of mind, soul and body ", Fashion Model, Dilip Paryani

<p><strong>"Modeling is not only about looks or body structure", Fashion Model, Abhijit Mhatre</strong></p>
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<p>Meet Abhijit Mhatre, from Mumbai. Besides, being a model and an actor, he is also a celebrity nutritionist and lifestyle designer. Abhijit is extremely dedicated to his work and is doing well in life. Also, he is a qualified psychotherapist, an image consultant, and a wardrobe consultant for a complete personality makeover. Being a multi-tasker, when asked Abhijit about his time management he says,</p>
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    <p><strong>"I do face time management issues some time. I have a fitnes studio, <em>AM</em> Fitness and a consulting centre in Mumbai. My staff manages the consulting centre and according to schedule, I manage consulting three times in a week. Similarly, meetings and shoots if scheduled two-three days before then I manage accordingly. Otherwise it becomes very difficult for me to do shoots".</strong><br><br></p>
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<p>Abhijit's modeling journey started in 2010. Then Abhijit was working as a scientific officer in the Reliance research center. He saw an advertisement in the newspaper about the making of a modeling portfolio. Abhijit was completely raw about the industry.</p>
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    <p><strong>"It was in 2010 when I did my portfolio. It was a very basic one. But at that time competition was not so fierce so I used to get calls. I got shortlisted for <a href="https://www.fragrancia.ae/">Fragrancia</a> perfume shoot but my portfolio was not professional enough to get selected. There was one photographer, he did my portfolio shoot professionally. As a result, I got selected for the shoot. Then, I did a trimmer ad for a Dubai based company, Geepas Trimmer".</strong><br><br></p>
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<p>Now, Abhijit is well versed in the working of the modeling industry. He feels that the industry is working smoothly. Also, he said, female modeling is extremely professional and they have more works. In male modeling, there is no momentum work. He went to Milan for shoots. There he noticed Indian models are the most beautiful in the world. There is more scope in female modeling. Abhijit also feels that there should be a formal association for the modeling industry. Adding to which he said,</p>
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    <p><strong>"If there is anyone who wants to be a model, there is no guidelines regarding to it. There is no specific field in the modeling. People usually perceives modeling is only doing rampwalks. But modeling is much more than this. However, there is no way to formally represent it, especially for male models".</strong><br><br></p>
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<p>Abhijit has been a part of several projects as a model. He has worked with brands like <a href="https://www.haier.com/in/about-haier/haier-in/">Hairer</a> <a href="https://www.haier.com/in/about-haier/haier-in/">India,</a> Panache Runaway, Spabulous spa, and many more. Moreover, he had walked fashion ramp for Uttarakhand fashion week, Asian Couture Runaway, Dulha collections, Rajasthan&nbsp; Fashion, and the list goes on. Also, he had worked with ace fashion designers of India. Being a nutritionist, Abhijit follows a strict diet. He loves pizza, chocolates, and <em>samosas </em>and has it once in fifteen days. Even, in hotels, he prefers only steam foods or a light meal. His aim is to follow a diet in moderation, not very stringent not very lenient for a lifetime. Talking further on healthy diet routine, Abhijit mentioned,</p>
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<p><br></p><p>As a child, Abhijit was very skinny. Others used to bully him because of his physique. He was an introverted person back then. He took those criticisms as a stepping stone. Abhijit improved on himself and came out better. He considers his discipline as his greatest strength. Abhijit is very particular about his actions and tries to be a role model for aspiring models. He is away from alcohol, smoking, parties, and other addictions. Being in Mumbai, it is not very easy to be away from night parties. But Abhijit is strong-willed about his actions.</p><p><br></p><p>Recently, Abhijit worked with three renowned fashion designers. He has traveled to many places for shoots. One thing which he considers the most challenging part of being a model is the wrong perception of people.</p><p><br></p><blockquote><p><strong>"People think that we are always groomed and look perfect everytime. Though it is not always like this. Whenever they see me casually, they always question my look. People do not understand that we cannot look perfect everytime. They need to understand we are also a common people. This is the toughest part of being a model".</strong><br><br></p></blockquote><p>In the future, Abhijit wishes to do international television commercials. He is a dog lover. His dream is to buy a farm for dogs. Abhijit is fond of traveling to wildlife parks and would like to spend his quality time with animals.</p><p><br></p><p>Presently, there is cut-throat competition in the modeling industry. People are actually struggling to survive in this industry. For this Abhijit gave his suggestions to aspiring models by saying,</p><p><br></p><blockquote><p><strong>"Modeling is not only about looks or body structure. Mostly it is about being confident in the way one is. Do not hesitate to invest in professional portfolio. I have wasted two-three years in the beginning because of the unprofessional portfolio. Professional portfolio will get one good leads and casting. Also, be aware of the fake casting calls and agencies".</strong><br><br></p></blockquote><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/fashion-is-inner-peace-fashion-model-and-actor-arjun-pandey" target="_blank"><strong>Fashion is inner peace, Fashion Model and Actor, Arjun Pandey</strong></a></p>

"Modeling is not only about looks or body structure", Fashion Model, Abhijit Mhatre

<p>Kunal Jalan started modeling two years ago just to try it as an interest. Initially, he did two pageant shows in his town itself in which he got to learn and experience how the modeling industry work and then he tried for the bigger pageants. Kunal went to Mr and Mrs price east India which was also a turning point for him as he was able to win 2 titles there. Still somewhere he felt that something is missing, so he did a fashion runway in between which boosted his and he got to know his real road. He felt that this is what he wanted so he started working for it. Currently, he is doing photoshoots, grooming himself, gaining experience, and slowly stepping into the fashion industry.</p>
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<p>His family was never in denial for anything. His mother is his biggest support system. She understands his work and motivates him so she has been always there for him.</p>
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<p>Besides modeling Kunal loves writing, making crafts, singing, gyming, and also doing Zumba. These are something that is there on his bucket list and he always likes to practice them in his free time.</p>
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<p>Kunal always believes failure is just a part of life and we should never stop or look back for it. Moving forward with new experiences that we have learned is very important, he thinks that there is always a lesson in every rejection. So we need to be positive, confident and look at things as a challenge to fulfill.</p>
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    <p><strong>Getting financial stability in a modeling career is not easy anyway. I think one can get financial stability through their talent and hard work. This field pays to those who are passionate and carry the element to be in it. Nowadays there is scope for everyone regardless of their complexion or body type which is a very good thing. Earning through modeling is very important after a certain time because you need it. The model becomes a model by experience and hard work that's what should be paid.</strong><br><br></p>
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<p>Sometimes there is a lot of pressure during shoots because of the outcomes needed. But Kunal feels that we all are humans and we all get nervous somewhere but to control and overcome our fears is a challenge and we should accept this with full confidence.&nbsp; He has written this in his notes <em>"whatever going inside you should not be on your face"</em> to keep himself motivated. And This is what a model Requires.</p>
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<p>Kunal believes that nowadays social media is everything. Whatever is going on, whatever is coming is surrounded by social media. There are a lot of people who have started modeling through social media and now have been successfully working. And this inspires those who also wanted to start modeling. It has become easy to showcase your talent and skills through social media.<br>In the future, Kunal really wants to do bigger runways and work for big designers and commercials.</p>
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<p>According to Kunal fashion keeps on changing every day. But now fashion is more tilted towards the old era. Like baggy clothes are coming up inspired from some retro fashion. And fashion is becoming boundless and genderless. As far as high fashion is concerned it is going beyond and futuristic.</p>
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<p><br></p><p>Kunal's biggest strength and support system is his mother and his family. And his weakness according to him is that he is not financially independent. That is very difficult for him in this industry.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Modelling has changed my life in a lot of ways. I have become more confident and my personality has improved as well. I have become more positive and modeling has become an important part of my life to fulfill my dreams.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>Read: <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/meet-archana-who-has-a-powerful-story-to-deliver" target="_blank">Meet Archana Who Has a Powerful Story To Deliver</a><br></strong></p>

"Whatever is going inside you, should not be on your face"- Kunal Jalan

<p>Meet Arjun Pandey, a fashion model, and an engineer following his passion and love for fashion modeling with consistency. Hailing from a small town in Jharkhand, he aspires to achieve milestones in his career. He loves facing the camera and modeling makes him look trendy and he can be a style maker for others. Arjun was in the final year of graduation when started working in the south Indian industry. One of the directors in the industry told him to try his luck in Mumbai. He got his placement in the company through university but did not join. Arjun went to Mumbai to live his dreams.</p>
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<p>Arjun did his graduation in mechanical and production engineering from Sathyabama University, Chennai. He is originally from Kiriburu, Jharkhand. Arjun is doing modeling since 2015 and recently got an opportunity to work in Canada, with an international agency.</p>
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<p>Arjun believes the glamour industry is basically a female-dominated industry. There are very few works for male models. Even those works are reserved only for the favorite models of the brands. When asked how male models should survive in this industry, Arjun says</p>
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<p>Arjun also did theatre to improve his language and skills. His main motive was to get into TVCs, he never aimed towards getting into acting. Therefore, he improved a lot and did TVCs for brands. Now, Arjun is all set to join a Canadian modeling agency named&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/soliinctalent/">Soli Talent Agency</a>. He would probably move to Canada by the end of this year and start his new journey.</p>
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<p>Arjun has been a part of many acting projects such as the MTV musical, <em>"Intezar koi aane ko hai"</em> movie, worked in Life Ok promo, Bajaj Allianz shoot, and many more. He loves facing the camera. Arjun has always wanted to be an influencer which was not possible from modeling. To follow his passion he joined the acting industry as well. However, Arjun never wanted to be a model.</p>
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    <p><strong>"My first shoot as a model was with Skybags. I got it through facebook. They came across my profile and replaced me with one of their students. The company called me for shoot and paid me 10k".</strong><br><br></p>
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<p>The modeling industry is not very stable when it comes to models. For this, Arjun feels that one should be working other than being a model to financially support themselves. He said, in the industry, there is cutthroat competition, new faces are coming in. Therefore, one should have a plan B ready. Also, he believes social media is extremely beneficial for aspiring models. Further, it helped him to get noticed. It has become very easy to reach out to production houses through Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, email, and more.</p>
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<p><br></p><p>Arjun's biggest achievement to date was when he got featured in <a href="https://www.vogue.com/">Vogue</a> and also when he got hired by an international agency in Canada. He considers the best part of modeling is, it is always fun.</p><p><br></p><p>Arjun has quite a lot of experience now on how the industry works. He has worked with many renowned designers and brands. Arjun has done shoots for designers like&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/niveditasaboocouture/">Nivedita Shboo</a>, Vikram Francisco, Rohit Verma, Jyotimomi, Nick Roshan, Annesdeen Label, Ajmal Kha, Saybasachi Couture, and many more. He walked the ramp of Pune Fashion Week, Indian fashion week,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/lakmefashionwk/">Lakme fashion week</a>, international glam fashion week, India expo fashion week Pune, International runway week, Leather Fashion Show Chennai, and the list is long.</p><p><br></p><blockquote><p><strong>"For me the best part of being a model is to face the camera and always groomed. I love meeting different people. In modeling, it is all about money and fame. Also, people starts following one as an idol. I want to be a style statement for others".<br><br></strong></p></blockquote><p>Arjun loves to spend his quality time with family and friends. He loves to be around children. Arjun is an animal lover. So if not modeling then he would be an animal shelter owner and would have given shelter to all the animals. He is fashionable and always keeps himself up to date as per current fashion trends. Adding to which, Arjun said,</p><p><br></p><blockquote><p><strong>"Fashion trends are getting updated every week. One will always get to see new arrivals at stores. But one should also know how to be fashionable and be in trend through low costs. Importantly, one needs to understand the fashion closely and be the way they are. Fashion is inner peace".</strong><br><br></p></blockquote><p>Talking about his journey in the modeling and acting industry so far, Arjun revealed,</p><p><br></p><blockquote><p><strong>"Things are beautiful in life. If one feels good they will look good. My journey so far has been amazing. It was filled with different emotions, sentiments, ups and down. However, in the end I am happy with whatever god has provided me. Soon, I will be moving to Canada and will get an international exposure. In coming time I would also like to help new talents to grow".</strong><br><br></p></blockquote><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/ones-importance-should-not-get-affected-by-these-stereotypes-fashion-model-riddhi-dasgupta" target="_blank"><strong>“One’s importance should not get affected by these stereotypes”, Fashion Model, Riddhi Dasgupta</strong></a></p><p><br></p>

Fashion is inner peace, Fashion Model and Actor, Arjun Pandey

<p><strong>"One's importance should not get affected by these stereotypes", Fashion Model, Riddhi Dasgupta</strong></p>
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<p>Riddhi started modeling in 2016 when she was in college. She did fashion and business management at Pearl Academy. There were a lot of designers, stylists, and other professionals who used to ask her to model in their projects. In that process, Riddhi developed an interest in modeling.</p>
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<p>Initially, it was not easy for Riddhi to make it into the industry. She faced many discriminations based on her height and skin. She revealed that modeling had disturbed her mental health and there is something about the industry that no one talks about. Riddhi said people, say it is just about glamour, posing, and looking pretty but it is a lot more. Modeling is very physically exhausting. People in the industry are constantly judging based on the way a person looks like. They cannot change the way they look and be judged solely on this becomes a part of self-esteem and damages it.</p>
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<p><strong>" I am 5'5 that is considered short in the industry. When I started I was approached by the company, <a href="https://www.jaypore.com/">Jaypore</a> and started modeling with them. It was fun as in print modeling height is not a big criteria. But to progress in this industry and to do ramp walk one has to be taller. I have nine tattos that has also been a point of discrimination".</strong></p>
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<p>When asked Riddhi how she handled these discriminations, she did not only reveal her story but advised aspiring people,</p>
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<p><strong>"It is hard but one has to have the thick skin. I would suggest anyone who wants to get into modeling that one should have this mindset that their work is not dependent on the way they look. People in the industry are already bored, their garments are of a certain size that one do not gets fit in. This does not mean one is not beautiful. Everyone is beautiful. One's importance should not get affected by these stereotypes".</strong></p>
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<p>Currently, Riddhi is working in a marketing sector of a company, <a href="https://rangsutra.com/">Rangsutra</a> <a href="https://rangsutra.com/">craft.</a> The company works with the designs in the remote part of India. She loves working in the company and interned with the same company during her college days. She got the job post lockdown. Riddhi's grandmother is her biggest inspiration. Her grandmother used to work with craftsmen in Bengal and Riddhi have always loved art and craft.</p>
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<p>Riddhi also works for the sustainable fashion sector in her company. She is the biggest supporter of sustainable fashion. During her college days, Riddhi did a lot of research on sustainability for projects. In fact, she has two degrees in sustainability. One is from the University of Copenhagen which was a certification program on sustainable fashion. However, the other one was on sustainable business strategy from Harvard Business School in online mode. Talking further on sustainability, Riddhi says,</p>
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    <p><strong>Sustainability is must. People have to work on it. It is not about showing one is sustainable but actually they are not. There are multiple aspects to sustainability. One can be socially sustainable and environmentally sustainable and it is a matter of absolute concern".<br><br><br></strong></p>
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<p><br></p><p>Riddhi did several modeling projects. She has worked with Jaypore, Uber Eats, <a href="https://www.spicejet.com/" target="_blank">Spicejet,</a> <a href="https://www.gulaalcreations.com/" target="_blank">Gulaal</a> <a href="https://www.gulaalcreations.com/">Creations,</a> HT city, Earthy Scent, Droom, and many more. She has performed at a show for designer Prashant Verma and Lotus Fashion Week by <a href="http://www.fdci.org/" target="_blank">FDCI.</a> Moreover, she has also worked as a talent manager for a while at TSS. When Riddhi started modeling she was completely unaware of how the modeling industry works. She had no one to guide her and learned through the process, meeting different people and the projects she did.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"The industry was new to me. When I was working with Jaypore, I used to work with a stylist. He taught me posing. When I got approached by the agency, the owner of that agency also helped me. But I did not have any one person guiding me.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>I had a lot of people calling me and asking they want to be a model and how should they start. Hence, I know I can tell them exactly on what to do, how to approach people and how not to get exploitated at work. I wish I had someone like me because I have made a lot of mistakes on the way".</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Being a hardworking person Riddhi dedicates her energy towards her work. She loves summer and everything about it from food to beaches and more. Her personal style includes bohemian clothes like baggy pants, accessories, and different colors. Talking about current fashion trends, Riddhi said,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"I am not very fond of fast fashion. I feel we should turn more towards handicrafts and quality clothing over quantity. What I like right now is a lot of people are actually turning towards thrift stores and supporting local buisnesses. That makes me really happy".</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>Also Read: <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/from-being-an-introvert-to-a-confident-model-aksharaa-has-come-a-long-way" target="_blank"></a></strong><a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/from-being-an-introvert-to-a-confident-model-aksharaa-has-come-a-long-way" target="_blank">From being an introvert to a confident model, Aksharaa has come a long way</a><a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/from-being-an-introvert-to-a-confident-model-aksharaa-has-come-a-long-way" target="_blank"></a><br></p>

"One's importance should not get affected by these stereotypes", Fashion Model, Riddhi Dasgupta

<p><strong style="font-weight: normal; font-size: 16px;" id="docs-internal-guid-1c5ed942-7fff-651c-9d7d-042a87e1a547"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">Archana always wanted to be an actress and make a place for herself in the industry. She started making reels as earlier she was on Tik Tok where she made videos about make-up, acting, and different dance videos. She has always been very passionate about acting. Her work on social media is loved and appreciated by a lot of people.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">Her parents are very supportive of whatever work she does and her decisions. They always help her out with everything. Her parents believe that she should do what she wants to without thinking about anything else. They are very happy with Archana getting into the industry.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 700; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">I am someone who wants a job that will make me feel happy while I do it and something I'm passionate about. If not modeling I would have been a fashion designer.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">Besides all my work, I love adventure sports, dancing, and playing football. Anything that is adventurous basically is my hobby. I get attracted to adventure very easily, I love to take risks.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">Archana has not faced any criticism till now. She believes she could have received some main lead roles in Malayalam movies. But as she does not really speak the language, her roles have been limited to a few scenes alone. However, she is fine with it as it is just the start of her career and she is going to work a lot harder to accomplish her goals.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 700; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">&nbsp;Well I know rejections can be hard but that made me learn what I was lacking and what I was good at. So I did not really mind because it is a great way to improve yourself and work harder.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 700; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">Hard-work is the key for everything. I just do not take all the rejections to my heart but I rather keep working harder. I believe you should always give your 100% in whatever you do.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">When she started modeling she needed experience and a platform. So there were not any paid shoots till the time you work on yourself. If you are professional and good at what you do then you will start getting advertisement photoshoots and that would help with the financial stability. She believes that when you work this hard to come where you are now you should obviously get paid for your hard work because you deserve it.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">https://www.instagram.com/reel/CPqG4WQJTX4/?utm_medium=copy_link</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">Archana has done some photoshoots for some photographers and an advertisement with a Malayali actor as well. She worked in movies like </span><a href="https://g.co/kgs/hcEzNj" style="text-decoration:none;" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(17, 85, 204); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">Arratuu</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">,</span><a href="https://g.co/kgs/kmoK6G" style="text-decoration:none;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(17, 85, 204); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">Jana Gana Mana</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">, and </span><a href="https://www.cinemawoods.net/12th-man-malayalam-movie-cast-crew-trailer-release-date/amp/#amp_tf=From%20%251%24s&amp;aoh=16326695824703&amp;referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com" style="text-decoration:none;" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(17, 85, 204); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">12th Man.</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;"> Although she did not have big roles she thinks it is a great start to her career.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 700; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">I keep positive people around me and I always cut off negative energy from me. And eating well, listening to music sometimes helps me reduce stress and pressure. Being a fashion model you have to be perfect according to the type of modeling you want to do . Workout well and eat food accordingly. To stay healthy is very important and me being a foodie find it really hard to follow my diet.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">Many big models inspire young and upcoming models to keep working hard. They help them out in many ways. Archana thinks that it is great because insecurity does affect a lot. If you want to do modeling, confidence is something that is very important. So big models give you the right kind of confidence you need. Archana really wants to model for big brands and become successful in what she is doing. </span><a href="https://instagram.com/donatella_versace?utm_medium=copy_link" style="text-decoration:none;" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(17, 85, 204); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">Donatella Versace</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;"> is someone I really love. I appreciate her work a lot.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 700; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">I have no one in the industry to help me out. So it has always been hard because even if I do my best I have seen that they would want someone they know. So, I have to struggle a lot and it is going to be be challenging for sure.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 700; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">Currently many the 90s fashion has been trending- Loose fit denims, lavender clothes, printed pants and sweater vests. I think it is amazing I love them all.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">Archana is very confident, she does not let anyone tell her who she should be. She is very trustworthy, loyal, and respects everyone and their choices. Archana always chooses to be honest and works with dedication. She feels that she is too sweet sometimes and people often take advantage of that. Her favorite quote is,</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;"> "Build your own dreams or someone else will hire you to fulfill theirs".</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-left: 30pt;margin-right: 30pt;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 700; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">I am not really associated with any social causes now but I want to be associated with LGBTQ rights, animal abuse and suicide prevention awareness because that is something that really affects me and I can do anything to help.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">Archana believes that modeling has made her more confident and given her patience. And also the power to handle rejections and work hard for what she wants.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:12pt;margin-bottom:12pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">Read: </span><a href="https://wmh.kweesha.com/zeel-believes-that-you-cannot-grow-alone-so-you-should-always-help-others" style="text-decoration:none;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(17, 85, 204); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: 11pt;">Zeel Believes That You Cannot Grow Alone So You Should Always Help Others</span></a></p><br></strong></p>

Meet Archana Who Has a Powerful Story To Deliver

<p><span style="font-size: 16px;">Aksharaa Jandhyala is a fashion model. She was born and brought up in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. At 17, she moved to Bangalore for graduation, where her life took a major turn and everything changed for her. Aksharaa was in the fashion team of her college. and her trainer asked her to participate in <a href="https://www.elitemodellook.com/">Elite</a> <a href="https://www.elitemodellook.com/">Model</a> <a href="https://www.elitemodellook.com/">Look</a>. Elite Model Look is a yearly international modeling contest. She never thought of doing something like this and she was under-confident and super conscious about herself.</span></p>
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<p><strong style="font-size: 16px;">"In my college my trainer asked me to participate in the competition, <a href="https://www.elitemodellook.com/">Elite</a> <a href="https://www.elitemodellook.com/">model</a> <a href="https://www.elitemodellook.com/">look.</a> I never thought I had in myself the ability to do something like this. I always dreamed about it but thought could never achieve it. It was my friend's support and my trainer who pushed me. I reached the finale and was spotted by the agency, Faze Management. They liked me and I signed a contract with them. They are my mother agency in Bangalore. It has been two years since I am working as a full time model".</strong></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 16px;">Presently, Aksharaa is in Paris for fashion week. Earlier, she was in London for her shoots. When asked about the difference between the Indian fashion industry and industry in European countries, Aksharaa said, though she misses India and wants to work there with the designers, the workload abroad is lesser.</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 16px;">In abroad, they make one, work less, and pay more. The work ethic is much better. In India, Aksharaa said that here work is more and pay is less. Discussing the changes she wants to see in the industry, Aksharaa says,</span></p>
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<p><strong style="font-size: 16px;">"Major changes I would like too see is inclusivity. Here in abroad people talk about not being racist anymore. But there are some brands who just do it for their brand value. It should not be like this. It should be because one genuinely has talent irrespective of place where they come from.</strong></p>
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<p><strong style="font-size: 16px;">Also, I want people to get rid of the zero size body mentality and not have that perfect image of model. There are so many different boady types and skin types. Nobody is perfect. So there should not be a definition that being a model is like having a zero size figure with perfect skin and everything perfect. I think we should break these stereotypes".</strong></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 16px;">Aksharaa misses being in India. She misses her family and friends. Above all, she misses Indian food the most. This is the first time she is out from India. First, she was excited about it. Only after stepping out, she realized how much she values her country and misses it. Now Aksharaa is into Bollywood songs and cooks only Indian food. She wants to come back and meet her friends and family and have some exotic Indian cuisines.</span></p>
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<p><strong style="font-size: 16px;">"Food is that one thing I miss the most. I love Punjabi food, especially Dal Makahni. Besides, I am a south Indian and miss my masala dosa and want to have filter coffee. (Originally, her family is from Andhara Pradesh) I miss the filter coffee and masala dosa. I think that is the one thing I would like to have once I come back".</strong></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 16px;">Talking about the negative impacts of fashion on the environment, Aksharaa says that there are a lot of designers and brands coming up with more sustainable options. They are a lot of people who are becoming aware of how much damage is being done to the environment.</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 16px;">A lot of people are taking steps for this. However, she said there are still quite many who are not aware of this. When asked Aksharaa how she will promote sustainable fashion among the masses, she says,</span></p>
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<p><strong style="font-size: 16px;">"If I reach that level, hopefully one day, I will start by myself by not just talking but actually implementing it. Not buying clothes every month and making sure that I work with designers who promote sustainable fashion. Promoting it on my social media and spreading the word among everyone. I think I should start from myself, making changes in my lifestyle and then influencing others".</strong></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 16px;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 16px;">Aksharaa loves sunsets. Especially in London she loves going to the park watching the sky changing its color and the sun going down. That is her favorite part of the day. She is a high-en adrenaline person. Her next goal is going sky diving, something she always wanted to do. Aksharaa recently visited Palace Pier, Brighton, and had the most amazing time with her friends. She went on every single roller coaster and considers it as the wildest thing she did recently.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 16px;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 16px;">People in India usually have wrong perceptions about modeling. Talking about this, Aksharaa said, the majority of people here are extremely doubtful about the industry. Also, her aunts warned her to be careful about the industry.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 16px;"><br></span></p><p><strong style="font-size: 16px;">"Most people think if one is a model they are dumb and could not do anything else. Moreover, they think a model does not have to do anything except posing, look pretty and getting paid for that. People think it is an easy job and people who do this job are not smart enough.</strong></p><p><strong style="font-size: 16px;"><br></strong></p><p><strong style="font-size: 16px;">The job here is so uncertain. One should ready to face rejections. One has to be mentally strong or modeling can take a toll one oneself. I believe more than physically one has to be mentally the strongest".</strong></p><p><strong style="font-size: 16px;"><br></strong></p><p><strong style="font-size: 16px;">Also Read: </strong><a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/interviews/an-insight-into-soumyajyotis-incredible-journey/" target="_blank" style="font-size: 16px;">An insight into Soumyajyoti’s incredible journey</a><br></p>

From being an introvert to a confident model, Aksharaa has come a long way

<p>Soumyajyoti Dutta is a 26-year fashion model and photographer in Noida. Originally, he comes from West Bengal. His father was in the Ministry of External Affairs, therefore he was born and brought up outside India. Soumyajyoti was born in Mozambique, Africa, and spent his childhood in different places such as Turkey, Armenia, Mexico, New Zealand. After finishing his schooling in New Zealand, Saumyajyoti moved back to India by the end of 2012.</p><p><br></p><p>After coming back to India, Soumyajyoti got enrolled himself for BA in sociology but later lost interest. Soumyajyoti, then joined Amity University for mass communication and journalism as he loves photography.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"I joined Amity and there I got into photography professionally. Earlier, I used to do school yearbook projects and randomly took pictures. One of my best gifts on birthday was a camera. My grandfather was very passionate about photography and so my father. I realized photography is something I wanted to do".</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Later, Soumyajyoti did a diploma in professional photography. At that time he was suggested by his friends to join the modeling industry. They told him that he is tall, looks good, and can try for modeling. Soumyajyoti then sent his profile to various agencies. Somehow, he managed to contact the agency Anima creatives and joined it.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"I joined the agency and started the modeling. Modeling and photography went really well hand in hand. Through modeling I made connections. Also, I get to see professional photographers working and how they do things. Doing modeling and photography is a mix and match of both the profession and I enjoy doing it".</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Presently, Soumyajyoti is focusing more on photography. As he considers photography more stable than modeling. The modeling industry is going slow because of the pandemic. Modeling puts a lot of stress on him of always being in shape and fit.</p><p><br></p><p>"With modeling, it put a lot of stress on me to eat healthy and be on a certain diet. I have to work a lot on myself. Sometimes, I do not feel like going to the gym. It is a tough industry, it puts a lot of physical and mental strain on oneself. Modeling can sometimes do get one down a lot".</p><p><br></p><p>Being brought up in different places when asked how did it affect his childhood, Soumyajyoti replied that he had friends from different cultures and very few Indian friends in school. The culture and the way people conduct themselves are very different. Discussing more, Soumyajyoti said</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"In foreign, considering education they are much more open. One is allowed to choose the subject of their choice. We do not have to choose between science, art and commerce, like one have to do here in India. If I would have continued my further studies from New Zealand it would not been such a huge problem. But in India it is much more restricted in streamwise. Things have started to change here but it will take time".</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Soumyajyoti got his first project as a model in 2018. It was with the e-commerce company in Bangalore and was a campaign. He got through his agency. The campaign was for four days and he could not make it on the first day. Sharing his experience, Soumyajyoti revealed,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"I messed it up. I was in Dhanualti for a non page shoot with a photographer. The shoot was supposed to be on weekend. By sunday we were about to return to Delhi and on monday I had flight for Bangalore. After shoot, van broke down in middle of nowhere. I missed my flight. I booked my own ticket to Bangalore the other day due to which I had to miss the first day of shoot".</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Soumyajyoti left his agency amidst the pandemic because he could not stay in Mumbai anymore. Currently, he works as a freelance model. However, he feels being a freelance model is not an easy task. One has to approach clients on own, maintaining budgets and managing everything on your own. Moreover, Soumyajyoti also considers working as a freelance model, he has the freedom to choose his projects and has no restrictions.</p><p><br></p><p>Soumyajyoti loves traveling. One of his favorite places is Cancun in Mexico and a village in Montreal, Canada. w He has been there twice and stayed there for a couple of months. Besides, Soumyajyoti has traveled for shoots to many places such as Goa, Bangalore, Faridabad, and more. One of his favorite experiences while traveling for a shoot was in Goa.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"It was a television commercial for a bike company, <a href="https://www.jawa.eu/about-us">JAWA</a> <a href="https://www.jawa.eu/about-us">Moto.</a>&nbsp;It was insanely amazing, we traveled throughout the state of Goa. The location was absolutely amazing and we had a lot of fun".</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>According to Soumyajyoti, the best part of being a model is meeting new people and making more connections. He believes male models do not have the same opportunity as female models in India. Also, he feels that India needs a lot more advancement in fashion. A lot of campaigns are similar to each other. He too feels that many designers' works are similar. Furthermore, Soumyajyoti wants newcomers should be given more chances in the industry. He said there are few models who are constantly working and getting projects but on the other hand, there are people with no work at all. In the end, Soumyajyoti advised aspiring models by saying,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"Do not compromise on your own physical and mental health. Initially, there will be rejections. There are people in the industry who are upfront and may seem rude but do not get demotivated, in the end it is just a buisness. But also take constructive criticism as an opportunity to improve yourself. Do what makes you happy. Do not change yourself for the industry".</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/from-fighting-stereotypes-to-becoming-successful-fashion-model-yash-ajmera" target="_blank">Yash’s journey of fighting stereotypes to becoming successful in the industry</a><br></p>

An insight into Soumyajyoti's incredible journey

<p>Having the faith to do something is the only way to succeed in life. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/munazza_sabuwala/">Munazza Sabuwala</a> from Pune is a content creator and professional model who is trying to reach heights with her efforts. Munazza is 22 and she grew up watching fashion shows. She always wanted to do something related to it. In the interview, Munazza told that when an opportunity knocks at her door she could not resist denying it.</p>
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<p><strong>"Initially I used to always watch Gigi Hadid and Kendal Jenner &amp; wish to walk on the Ramp. So one day when I got the offer I could not resist it. And that is where it all started. From there onwards I kept getting offers for shoots and ramp walks. I even started to go to events as a show stopper."</strong></p>
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<p><br></p><p>As mentioned above, Munazza is also a content creator. So if not modeling then she would have taken up content creation as her full-time profession. Apart from modeling, her interest lies in learning new things. She is an avid reader as well. Currently, she is learning Spanish, as she loves to learn different languages. When asked about financial stability, Munazza says,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"Currently I am myself working in a 9-5 job and also doing modeling assignments.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>But, I feel after a few years of experience and learning I would like to get into modeling and content creation completely."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Munazza, being in the industry for more than 5 years, has faced a lot of criticism and rejections. She feels these are just a part of life and one should know how to deal with them. Adding to which she says,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"Yes, I did (get criticisms)! I feel that we all face criticism at some point in our life. The best way to handle it is to be unbothered by what others have to say about whatever you do! I follow the rule to go with my instincts and be carefree. I have faced rejections several times from job interviews to trial shots for brands. But I’ve always considered them as a chance to improve and improvise. I feel one cannot grow without facing rejections."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Throwing light on the current fashion trends of the modeling industry, Munazza says,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"I am actually quite happy that fashion trends nowadays are very flexible. We don’t need to stick to a style. We can mix and match and choose what goes with the theme of the shoot."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Munazza aspires to work with Manish Malhotra and Sabyasachi in the future. Speaking about implied nudity in the modeling industry, Munazza said that there is nothing wrong with it. It is an art that a photographer captures which is very beautiful in itself.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"Implied nudity is just what it sounds like in photos where nudity is suggested but the viewers can’t see precisely how undressed the model is. There are no naughty bits on show, only a carefully constructed intimation towards their presence. And I think that is the beauty of implied nudity!</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>The article was originally in the <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/september-2021-magazine" target="_blank">September Edition of the WMH India magazine</a>.<br></strong></p>

Munazza Sabuwala Talks About Finding A Niche In The Industry

<p>Meet, Suchishree Sinha, a fashion model with a strong-headed personality, and informed opinions. Her vision and perceptions separate her from the crowd and she outshines others. She has faced rejections and discrimination throughout her life for her complexion, which has made her a confident person now. We interviewed her to know her perception of implied nudity in the modeling industry. Sharing her views and ideas Suchishree said,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"Actually, there are many forms of nudity shoots. I have done one of the kinds, called the fine arts. Modeling is the art of expressing many things. We portray some moods, we portray celebs, we paint our body to express some feeling and emotions."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>When asked about the boundaries she has set for herself, during such shoots, that she portrays as much as she is comfortable in. Suchishree told that she was not into totally nude shoots. She is only involved in fine arts and works on it passionately. Suchishree specifically mentioned that she is not at all comfortable in doing nude shoots at this stage of her career. But maybe in the future, she will try. Elaborating on what is stopping her right now, she said,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"It is actually that we are from middle-class families. In our families, we are not raised in such a way that we are so open-minded or so broad to be nude in front of someone just to portray ourselves."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Coming to the topic of women, she believes that many women's exposure to this, will lead to equal empowerment. Adding to which she says,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"Modeling makes me feel stronger and confident. I feel very powerful and liberated through modeling as it’s the best way to express myself. I have already set a limit and when I do it I feel empowered. Many of my friends also do totally nude shoots and I appreciate them. They have the courage to choose and portray art. So, I respect them a lot. "</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>On asking about how she deals with pressure on the shoots, Suchishree replied by saying that if she is shooting she never feels conscious or pressured. As in the fine arts shoot, it is done with her own consent.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"There were times when the photographer showed me some pictures, and I felt more confident that, this is me. I get the motivation, that I have to do more."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>We all idolize different personalities from our own professional backgrounds. So does Suschishree. She is inspired by Winnie Harlow,&nbsp; who is a Jamaican-Canadian fashion model and public spokesperson on the skin condition vitiligo.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"She portrays herself in such a beautiful way with vitiligo. It feels like it is the art on her body. Her confidence and personality are something I really adore."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Talking about facing sexual harassment and assault at the hand of photographers, Suschishree mentioned that she has worked with a lot of photographers. And, those photographers have been really respectful.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"They never made me feel uncomfortable at any point in time. I have never dealt with any such situation. Though at times, when I have been informed prior that I have to spend a night or to do something. I have always declined such offers. I have never entertained such people in my life, and I am professional and love professionalism."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Suchishree has had faced discrimination and rejections due to her skin color. That has affected her mental peace quite a lot. But now she does not let it affect her because of her confidence and self-motivation. Suchishree describing her initial days’ rejections says,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>“After struggling for a year to get photographs, I finally got in contact with a photographer who was looking for freshers. Seeing my poses, he was totally impressed by me and appreciated my work a lot. Although, I didn’t look the conventional “model type”, as my height is short and because of my dark skin. Still, I was the best model that he photographed me. This totally boosted my confidence.”</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Her advice to the model who is willing to imply nudity shoots is to try everything in which they are comfortable.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"If you are afraid of doing something then do that. One suggestion would be to maintain certain limits and only if we will have some boundaries nobody will have the audacity to make you feel uncomfortable."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>During the Priyanka Reddy rape case, Suchishree did a photo shoot portraying the trauma and assault that a woman goes through. Following that, she aims to work for acid attack survivors in the future.</p><p><br></p><p>Recalling her favorite shoot so far, Suchishree told how she had once camouflaged vitiligo just like Winnie Harlow and portrayed her personality. When asked about what she loves the most about her body, she said her eyes. As those help her convey so much, without words.</p><p><br></p><p>The article was originally in the <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/september-2021-magazine" target="_blank">September Edition of the WMH India magazine</a>.<br></p>

‘Modeling is my form of expression’, Suchishree Sinha

<p><strong>Yash's journey of fighting stereotypes to becoming successful in the industry</strong></p>
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<p>Meet Yash Ajmera, a fashion model and actor. Coming from the small town of Jetpur, Gujarat. He started his career as a fashion model and was strongly backed by his friends. It was his friends who persuaded him to participate in the fashion show Royal Khathiyawadi 2019 and helped him financially. Yash won the title and was noticed by one of the judges. He asked him to participate in the pageant. Talking more on this, Yash said,</p>
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<p><br></p><p><span style="color: #333333;">&nbsp;Later, Yash realized that he cannot be in modeling for his entire life. He decided to change his field and directed towards acting. He started making contacts in the Gujarati film industry. Yash made his first album song the royal-themed <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-TW-mtKEhv8">Humnava,</a> which led him to many acting projects.</span></p><p><br></p><p><strong>"After my first album Humnava, I got a role in a gujrati web series Yaariyan. Then, I got a side role in Bin Sharti, also a gujrati web series. Recently, I shot for a web series Yes Ma'am in which I played the lead role and producer as well".</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>In his acting journey, Yash was lucky enough to get the support of his web series director, Hiren Doshi. After watching the first Gujrati web series, Yash was impressed by the industry. As a result, he contacted the director, Hiren Doshi, and asked for a role. Yash remained in contact with him and got a role in Yaariyan. Discussing the Pandemic, Yash revealed that it affected his career a lot. He did not have any work and went into depression. When one of the directors in the industry came to know about his state, he called him to Ahemdabad.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"When sir came to know that I was in this condition, he called me to Ahemdabad for the further grooming of myself. I told him that I cannot afford it anymore, he helped me financially and looked after all my expenses. Then I worked in a production house and got a role in Bin Sharti during the pandemic. Sir has guided me in every aspect of acting field".</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>After winning the fashion show, Yash did not have any work. He contacted the local brands for print shoots. He did a free collaboration with a brand, Body Line. His favorite and biggest achievement was when he did a shoot for Jiviva. He did both a royal shoot and an album song in the lead role with Aarti Rajput for <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jiviva_/?hl=en">Jiviva.</a> In the future, Yash hopes to work with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/manishmalhotra05/?hl=en">Manish</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/manishmalhotra05/?hl=en">Malhotra</a> and with Sanjay Leela Bhansali as an actor.</p><p><br></p><p>Presently, Yash is in the last year of his graduation from Shri Vivek Bharti trust B.ED college. He is pursuing a B.ED(Bachelors of Education). He wanted to become a professor since he loves to be around children. Therefore, in his initial years, Yash started teaching in school and gave tuition to generate income for grooming. Moreover, Yash loves to do painting, especially when feeling low. He is a strong-minded individual. No matter how much one demotivates him, Yash has a strong belief in himself which he considers a unique quality and makes him different from others.</p><p><br></p><p>Talking about discrimination, Yash said that there are many times when the person who was not deserving gets the role because of connections one had in the industry. For this reason, he considers nepotism as the biggest disadvantage for outsiders. He said that there are still a lot of stereotypes in the industry. Yash revealed that he was discouraged as a model because of his height. He even said there are many criteria that demotivate many of us to join the industry.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"My height is 5'6. It was my dream to participate in Mr.India but it will remain my dream. Because of the criteria of the minimum height of 5'9. I can never participate in the show though I have the talent and I personally feel very wrong. I definitely want to change these kind of stereotypes in the industry".</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>Also Read: <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/i-am-a-man-who-is-always-on-a-mission-fashion-model-sajid-shaikh" target="_blank">“I am a man who is always on a mission”, Fashion Model, Sajid Shaikh</a><br></strong></p>

Yash’s journey of fighting stereotypes to becoming successful in the industry

<p>Zeel hails from Gujarat and has been doing makeup for 3 years now, she was not aware of make-up earlier. She got her interest in make-up by watching youtube and Instagram videos. Then after that, she enrolled herself in a beauty course because she was very passionate about it. The place where she was learning makeup had quite competitive people. Some people tried to humiliate her and make fun of her so it was initially hard for her to settle. But she always made sure that after getting back from classes she practices every look as many times as she can till it becomes perfect.</p>
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<p>Initially, her father disapproved as she was into makeup. Because he thought of makeup as something that does not have a good reputation. But Zeel somehow managed to convince her parents, because, for Zeel approval from her parents is the most important thing in her life. She would not do something of which her parents disapprove.</p>
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<p><strong>"I get inspired by everyone. There is no particular kind of person That I get inspired by. I get motivation and ideas for different kinds of looks from anyone and everyone. I believe that every person in this world has their own different style, that is the beauty about difference which makes me learn from every single person. The people that I like, I always try to hype them up by liking their posts, commenting as well as sharing. I believe in lifting everyone up".</strong></p>
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<p>Zeel is very independent. She paid all her fees for all the beauty courses she did. The products necessary for makeup, she buys them with her own money. She never asks for a single rupee from her father, she likes to do everything by herself.</p>
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<p><br></p><p>Zeel likes to paint and draw in her free time. She is a very artistic person so anything related to art is something that fascinates her. She has faced a lot of criticism. But she always knew that she have talent and is good at whatever she does, so she ignores the negative criticism and rather focuses on her work.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"My biggest strength, as well as weakness, is my family. They are the most important people in my life. That' is why till the time they support me and do not have a problem with my work, I do not care about anyone else.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>I always take permission from my parents about everything, because their support is the most important thing in my life. I also have a lot of anxiety when I face rejection but my family and friends are always there to support me, which helps a lot".</strong></p><p><br></p><p>According to Zeel, a makeup artist should always remain grounded and humble. They should never forget their roots. There are some people who after getting famous become egoistic. They do not care about anyone and that is very wrong.</p><p><br></p><p>You should always remember who helped you to reach greater heights. Because fame is not constant but people are. You need to be humble and nice to them. Talent is the most important thing in makeup. You should always be open to advancing your knowledge. Because makeup changes every day, to keep pace with that you need to learn every day.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"In makeup the most favorite thing of mine is eyeshadow. I love experimenting with new and innovative eye looks. That is something that I absolutely love doing.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>The people that I work with are really amazing because they always understand me. They help me keep calm. They know when I am getting stressed, and start helping me with my work.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>The toughest part according to me in this industry is that there is a lot of competition. Here, everyone has their unique set of talent. So it is difficult to get established in this industry. But if you work hard, you can make your way through it".</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Zeel has worked with brands like <a href="https://instagram.com/trysugar?utm_medium=copy_link">Trysugar</a>, <a href="https://instagram.com/reachedmars?utm_medium=copy_link">Mars</a>, and<a href="https://instagram.com/myglamm?utm_medium=copy_link"> Myglamm</a>. It is mostly a barter system. She believes that in this era, social media plays a very significant role. Because through social media people can see your work giving you a lot of exposure. Further, this helps in getting clients and also brands to start approaching you. She earlier was not very aware of the importance of social media but now that she is, she keeps herself consistent and posts regularly.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"In the future, I want to start my own academy when I can teach students and get more young people into this industry. I also want to have a good social media presence where a lot of people know me.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>Although I am not looking for celebrity status, but yes Instagram followers matter because that is how you get recognition. I believe that creativity should always be encouraged and appreciated. And, social media is the best platform for that".</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Makeup has thrown a great impact on Zeel's life. It brings a lot of happiness and satisfaction to her. She is at peace when a look is complete the way she wants it to be. She has become more disciplined and hardworking because of her passion for makeup.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Read: </strong><a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/meet-meghna-who-everyday-fights-her-own-battle-and-conquers"><strong>Meet Meghna Who Everyday Fights Her Own Battle And Conquers</strong></a><br></p>

Zeel Believes That You Cannot Grow Alone, You Should Always Help Others

<p><strong>Meet Meghna Who Fights Her Own Battle And Conquers It Everyday</strong></p>
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<p>Meghna started modeling around the age of 17 and became the winner of Miss Baroda in 2007. She was also the face of <a href="https://instagram.com/maybelline?utm_medium=copy_link">Maybelline</a> in 2009. She has done modeling for a lot of renowned brands and also ramp shows. Meghna is very good at modeling but besides that, she is an educator as well. She is currently working in an international school in Delhi as an administrative staff.</p>
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<p>Meghna's family has been very supportive throughout her modeling journey. As she is a single mother so her parents help her in taking care of her child. Her mother is the one who pushes her towards the modeling and fashion industry. She has always motivated and encouraged her to do what she wants to do and is extremely supportive.</p>
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<p><strong>"My hobbies firstly would include driving. I love to drive and also am good at swimming, so that is something which I enjoy doing. I was a professional dancer and have got training from Dharmesh sir, I feel very blessed to learn dance from him. Painting is also something that I like to do in my free time.</strong></p>
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<p>Meghna has not really faced criticism from outside people. But her biggest critique is her mother. She keeps telling her to improve and do better. She always motivates her to do whatever she wants to do and do it perfectly. Even if she does really well in life still her mom will motivate and push her to do better.</p>
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<p><strong>I started modeling during my college days. It was a college pageant but I did not win it. I was very demotivated and disheartened as that was my first chance and I could not win it. But my family supported me a lot and gave me a lot of strength to not give up and try harder. Then I did a lot of research in modeling and on how to answer questions and be prepared for every stage in modeling. I also learned how to be presentable. That is how I became Miss Baroda in 2007".</strong></p>
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<p>Meghna believes that to get financial stability in modeling you need to be completely known and stable in this industry or else it is very difficult in the industry. Besides that, you also need to have a complete focus and dedication to survive in this industry as it is a very competitive world. For Meghna, modeling is a passion but it is not something she wants to do full time. When she is in the ramp it gives her a different kind of energy and happiness that is why she does it for satisfaction but not for income.</p>
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<p><br></p><p>Talking about pressure and stress during a shoot, Meghna always tries to keep herself very calm and composed. Even if she is not in her comfort zone still she tries to keep her calm. Sometimes she chants<em> "Omm Nama Shivaya"</em> between her photoshoots if she is not feeling well. Or, drinks a little water which helps her to stay calm. She always prefers not to be stressed out during a shoot, because if she is stressed it will show in her face and that will ruin the entire photoshoot.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"The toughest part of being a fashion model is that people look up to you by which there is a pressure of standing up to their expectations. They always expect that something great will come from me. So I always have to live up to the expectation of my fans and the people who have supported me throughout my journey.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>I always give my 100 percent wherever I go. The biggest challenge for me was when I became Mrs. Delhi in 2020. I was overweight as I was around 77 and when I participated I was 62. I have a child as well so it was really difficult to take care of both the things together. But still, I managed to win among eleven thousand women. That is the biggest achievement for me as ofnow. I feel very happy and elated to tell people about this".</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>Talking about fashion, Meghna said that you first need to be comfortable in what you wear. Because if you are not comfortable and do not look confident, no matter how good the dress is you would not be able to look good. You can ace a simple dress with your confidence. Meghna is fond of <a href="https://instagram.com/manishmalhotra05?utm_medium=copy_link">Manish Malhotra</a> and <a href="https://instagram.com/sabyasachiofficial?utm_medium=copy_link">Sabyasachi.</a> They are her two most favorite designers. She really admires their work.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Meghna has helped Udyaan care boys in east Delhi. She has been helping them a lot for a very long time and even before that she was associated with the blind school. She used to donate a lot of clothes and during COVID also she has been donating clothes and grains to needy people.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"Modeling keeps me really happy. This is one thing that I am extremely passionate about because it brings inner satisfaction to me. It gives me a lot of joy and peace".</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>Read: <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/i-really-like-to-experiment-so-i-cant-box-myself-under-one-label-sidhant" target="_blank">“I really like to experiment so I can’t box myself under one label”- Sidhant</a><br></strong></p>

Meet Meghna Who Fights Her Own Battle And Conquers It Everyday

<p><strong>"I am a man who is always on a mission", Fashion Model, Sajid Shaikh</strong></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Sajid Shaikh is a fashion model based in Mumbai. He believes to go with the flow. Also, he feels one should always be consistent with their work. Moreover, he considers failure as a stepping stone that will always teach the sweetness of success. Elaborating more on this, Sajid said,</span></p>
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<p><strong>"Always success boost one's ego, so failures are the stepping stone to go on and on. Also, I believe that one should be happy but never be satisfied. Just go on and on till the time one can. I am always under construction as no one can ever be perfect and strive to be the better version of myself".</strong></p>
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<p><strong><span style="font-weight: 400;">He is a former state-level football player and a fitness freak. It was on the football ground when he was spotted by a former model, Shamir. There he was playing for a charity match. He advised him to be a fashion model.&nbsp;</span></strong></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>“Shamir came up to me and told me that I am tall, I look good and have a good body. He told me to try for modeling. He gave me the number of a stylist. I met him and he made my portfolio. After three months I had my first shoot in 2017. Then there was no going back for me”.</strong></span></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><span style="font-weight: 400;">Luckily, Sajid’s parents were very supportive of his decision of being a fashion model. His mother always wanted him to work in the artistic field and be in limelight. </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Though Sajid loves his fitness routine, he considers being fit and in shape the toughest part.</span></strong></span></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>“I love to maintain my body but I also love to eat food. Specifically, people know me as a very athletic model with a great body. But I am a human too, sometimes I like to eat and to go on vacations. However, I am always on a diet. That is the toughest part for me”.</strong></span></span></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><span style="font-weight: 400;">Sajid’s biggest modeling accomplishment to date is when he got placed in London last year. It was through his agency Anima Creatives. </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Talking further about his journey with Anima, Sajid said that it was in December 2018. He was working with Lakme when he received a text from the agency. Being a very famous and renowned agency, Sajid was quite underconfident to join it. It took him some time to get ready and confident. Finally, he joined the agency in 2019.</span></strong></span></span></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>“It was the best decision to join the Anima. I was very happy when I got placed in London and my agency is known for getting placements on an International space. It was the biggest achievement I made it. And then I when to Dubai. The agency has taken care of me since after joining and I am working regularly".</strong></span></span></span></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Sajid is now stable in his modeling career. He has traveled to many places for shoots such as Goa, Kochi, Mysore, Pune, Delhi, and many more cities. He loves being on sets and has enjoyed every shoot he did to date. Sajid is very flexible in his work. He aspires to take Indian modeling to International recognition. He has never stressed out during shoots and loves challenges and has been consistent in his work.</span></span></span></span></p>

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<p><br></p><p><strong>"I love my work. It has never been stressful. It has never given me any pressure but if someone or something gives me pressure, I love it. I take that as a challenge and I do it in a much better way. So next time that person should say you did it better. I really love to hear the compliments people give for my work. This pushes me harder to get better and better everyday".</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Sajid is graduated with Bachelor in Commerce from Ritambara College in Juhu, Mumbai. He loves to spend quality time with family and friends. Apart from modeling, he has an interest in football and business. Therefore, if not modeling, Sajid would have made his career either in football or in business. He wants to associate himself with the welfare of underprivileged children. Sajid strongly believes in the rights of the children and wants to work for the betterment of their future.</p><p><br></p><p>Fashion for Sajid is everything. Fashion has got him the best version of himself. His lifestyle has completely changed when he entered the fashion industry. In the coming time, he wants to work with <a href="https://eu.louisvuitton.com/eng-e1/homepage">Louis</a> <a href="https://eu.louisvuitton.com/eng-e1/homepage">Vitton,</a> Alexander McQueen, <a href="https://www.dolcegabbana.com/en/">Dolce</a> <a href="https://www.dolcegabbana.com/en/">&amp;</a> <a href="https://www.dolcegabbana.com/en/">Gabbana.</a> As he loves their fashion sense and styles. Sajid's modeling journey has been incredible and he is doing great. Adding more on his journey, Sajid shared,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"I am doing great. I had nothing when I started and had zero sense in fashion. Change for me in life is like from zero to one thousand, physically, mentally, in every aspect I have changed but emotionlly, I am still the same. Modeling has been to me like sweet and savoury, I have got everything in this journey".</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>Also Read: <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/demotivated-to-becoming-confident-the-inspiring-journey-of-fashion-model-ditsa-roy" target="_blank">Demotivated to Becoming Confident, The Inspiring Journey of Fashion Model Ditsa Roy</a><br></strong></p>

"I am a man who is always on a mission", Fashion Model, Sajid Shaikh

<p>Ditsa Roy is a fashion model based in Kolkata. Coming from Asansol, West Bengal, this young fashion model has never thought of making her way into the glamour world. She stumbled upon the opportunity when she visited a mall with her mother. There, in the mall, she saw a poster for a fashion show. Her mother supported her to participate, thus embarking her on a new journey.</p>
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<p><strong>"I participated in a ramp show of Mr. and Miss Asansol. My mother motivated me and I agreed to participate. The whole journey was so exciting. I get to groomed and it was the first time that I was confident about myself. After one month, the pageant happened and I got the title of Miss Asansol".</strong></p>
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<p>It is has been one and a half years, Ditsa shifted to Kolkata for her profession and graduation. Currently, she is doing a diploma course from Frankfinn and pursuing her graduation in English Honours from The Indira Gandhi National Open University. Her mother was supportive too when she decided to take up modeling professionally. But Ditsa's father was quite skeptical about her career.</p>
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<p><strong>"My dad was not cooperative at that time and he was more into theatres and dramas. It has been few months and now he is happy seeing my featured photos and hoardings. My mom is my backbone, she is always there".</strong></p>
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<p>Talking more about her journey, Ditsa did not have much work after winning Miss Asansol. But after some time she got a call for an audition for a brand, Tress Belle, in December 2019. She got selected as their house model. The Pandemic affected her career and was out of projects for some months. Ditsa went back to Asansol and was mentally down. But slowly and gradually, things got better and she started working again.</p>
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<p>After lockdown, Ditsa got several projects. She worked for <a href="http://www.fdci.org/">FDCI</a> with the designer Rimi Nayak. She has done a television commercial for Fair and Glow as well. Ditsa has featured in <a href="https://www.instagram.com/elleindia/?hl=en">Elle</a> India, <a href="https://www.vogue.in/">Vogue,</a> Missmalini, and Indulge newspaper. Moreover, she did hoarding shoots for Rangoli and Image Eyewear. Adding further on this, Ditsa revealed,</p>
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<p><strong>I will keep on working and want to share frame with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kendalljenner/?hl=en">Kendall Jenner</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bellahadid/?hl=en">Bella Hadid</a>. I definitely want to do some cover shoots for international magazines. Also, I want to walk the ramp in Milan, Paris, and NewYork fashion week".</strong></p>
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<p>Apart from modeling, Ditsa loves music and is also into dancing. She got a national scholarship in Kathak when she was in class 7. She is an ambivert, animal lover and has a dog and a cat. Ditsa loves to spend her leisure time with her family, friends and enjoys watching shows on Netflix. When asked about her favorite brands and designers she would like to work with, Ditsa shared,</p>
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<p><strong>"It is always going to be Marc Jacobs. I love the designs, the dresses as they connect with my personality. It is more towards casual side yet classy. Apart from that I would like to work with Calvin Klein and Alexander Mcqueen. Also I am hoping to work with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/taruntahiliani/?hl=en">Tarun Tahiliani</a>, Sabyasachi, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/manishmalhotra05/?hl=en">Manish Malhotra</a>, and Masaba Gupta".</strong></p>
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<p>The journey was not as smooth as it seems. Ditsa too had to face a lot of criticisms. From being demotivated to being body-shamed, Ditsa has faced it all. It was not easy for her as she was new in the industry and was not habitual to how the industry works. Her mother has been her biggest supporter and was always there to handle her in all these situations.</p>
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<p><strong>"My mother has always been there to handle me. Besides I feel I am the most strongest girl because from childhood, I have faced a lot of things that made me strong. When it started happening, initially it was hurting a lot but then I started working on myself. I started going to the gym and working out on a daily basis. But most importantly, I started ignoring".</strong></p>
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<p><br></p><p>Ditsa is a freelance fashion model. She has an interest in commercial and runway modeling. Ditsa has traveled to Delhi and Bangalore for shoots. Moreover, her favorite shoots to date are with FDCI&nbsp; and her first shoot with Tress Belle from where her journey started. According to Ditsa, Fashion is something that makes a person comfortable. She is more inclined towards casuals and finds them cool and attractive. In addition to it, Ditsa is also into ethnic-like sarees. Elaborating more on fashion, Ditsa says,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Fashion represents what one exactly is. By personality, gesture, body language with updated trends and styles. Fashion says everything about that person".</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Currently, Ditsa is not associated with any social cause but wants to be a part of it. She wants to join an NGO which looks after orphanages and old age homes. A few months back, Ditsa visited an orphanage home with her friend and did whatever she could. Ditsa strongly believes in herself and has a strong mindset. Talking more on this, she says</p><p><br></p><p><strong>I feel that I have that feature, that confident, that power to achieve my goals. I am physically fit for this. Most importantly, I am so dedicated towards it. Modeling is the ultimate thing that I want to do and is my ultimate love. Moreover, my mother is by my side so I am completely fit and fine".</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Ditsa believes if there is work, there are rejections too. Rejections have helped her to get a better opportunity. She tries her best to find out where she lacks and works to improve it. She has emerged as out more confident person both personally and professionally. Her modeling journey has been amazing. However, sometimes it becomes tough to handle and sometimes it is easy for her. Altogether, it has been an incredible journey for Ditsa.</p><p><br></p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/future-belongs-to-those-who-believe-in-themselves-fashion-model" target="_blank">“Future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams”, Nitin Bhandari, Fashion Model</a><br></p>

Demotivated to Becoming Confident, The Inspiring Journey of Fashion Model Ditsa Roy

<p>Nitin Bhandari is a fashion model based in Bengaluru. This young model hails from Dehradun. Besides being a model, Nitin is a flight attendant and a fitness enthusiast. He was a fitness trainer before making his way into the fashion industry. Nitin was an average student and used to love sports, especially football. His parents have always supported him in his endeavors.</p>
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<p><strong>"For my parents, they did not have much knowledge about flight attendant or modeling. They told me to do whatever I liked from my heart. They were very supportive as always".</strong></p>
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<p>From being skinny to a fitness enthusiast, Nitin has grown as a strong-minded individual. He was very thin in his school years and later started working on his fitness. In 2-3 years, he became a fitness trainer and started getting offers for modeling. He always wanted to be a fashion model. He liked to be in front of the camera. Then, he shifted to Bengaluru and got an opportunity to work as a flight attendant and started his training.</p>
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<p><span style="color: #333333;">Further talking about his journey, Nitin shared that he did not have a good personality and communication skills. It was a basic requirement for being a model or a flight attendant. He then started following people whom he looked up to get new ideas and implement them. He started caring, more for himself.</span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #333333;"><strong>"I did not have good communication skills to be a flight attendant or a model. Playing football in the scorching heat tanned my skin. I was like a normal teenage guy who was very skinny, tanned and dark. I started working on taking care of my food, skin, hair, all these things."</strong></span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #333333;">Currently, Nitin is pursuing a distant graduate in Bachelor of Arts degree from Uttarakhand Open University. Apart from modeling, Nitin is has a lot of hobbies and totally loves his fitness routine. He loves listening to music, swimming, and playing football. He describes himself as a sportsperson. Nitin loves to spend his leisure time with his friends. Moreover, Nitin too had faced criticisms. Nitin has heard many hurtful comments about being skinny since his childhood. However, he learned to take it as an advantage and concentrated on doing his best.</span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #333333;"><strong>"I was very skinny in my teenage years and people used to make fun of me. They commented on how I eat nothing. I took it as an advantage and started working on myself and used to workout two times a day. In two years, I became a fitness trainer and people who used to make fun of me started asking for fitness tips. I have really worked hard on myself."</strong></span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #333333;">Nitin told that his first project was with a fitness brand, <a href="https://www.googleadservices.com/pagead/aclk?sa=L&amp;ai=DChcSEwjInrriuvfyAhWVZIsKHYVPD2AYABAAGgJ0bQ&amp;ae=2&amp;ohost=www.google.com&amp;cid=CAESQeD2IDa6wsfJMeKdYgPHTUr2U_wM4zAswpD8hUhpOCNvUFftA4bExIALd9NbvHw5jtNRnAK4LaFTu0GlaqTo3DJF&amp;sig=AOD64_1S6iC2imO51RpCt6nglRFZeE72Kw&amp;q&amp;adurl&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjOibHiuvfyAhVKAXIKHUt7CtAQ0Qx6BAgCEAE">Zymrat</a> two years back. His friend recommended this shoot. His favorite shoot to date is with Melorra, a jewelry brand. He has traveled to Mumbai and Delhi for different shoots. Nitin had got to learn a lot from his different shoot experiences. He loves interacting with people on shoots and likes to exchange ideas. Moreover, he strongly believes that models should be credited and deserve respect for their work. People have wrong perceptions about models which should be changed. In addition to this, Nitin said,</span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #333333;"><strong>"It takes more skills than people think for being a model. Models do not often get the credit they deserve in adding to the creative process with the beautiful movements and interpreting the vision of the team".</strong></span></p>
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<p><br></p><p>Currently, Nitin is a freelance model. In the future, he sees himself as an established model representing India at the international level. He wants to work with international brands such as Gucci, Prada, Chanel and wants to see himself as one of their models. Therefore, Nitin has a lot of expectations from his modeling career. In Bengaluru, Nitin's modeling career has been smooth. However, he believes that there are still many things he has to learn and improve.</p><p><br></p><p>Presently, Nitin is not associated with any social cause due to his packed schedule but he wants to associate with it in the future. He wants to work with NGOs that work for the welfare of children and to contribute as much as he can. He strongly believes in the rights of children and saving them from getting exploited.</p><p><br></p><p>Adding further on fashion, he says,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"Fashion for me is representing yourself, in a way that when other people look at you, they get to know your personality from your clothes. Fashion is completely a vibe to me".</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>Also Read:<a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/i-believe-in-chasing-dreams-no-matter-what-nandini-patel-fashion-model" target="_blank"> I believe in chasing dreams no matter what”, Nandini Patel, Fashion Model</a><br></strong></p>

"Future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams", Fashion model, Nitin Bhandari

<p><strong>"I really like to experiment so I can’t box myself under one label"- Siddhant Chandra</strong></p>
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<p>Siddhant's fashion blogging journey started in a very unexpected way. He never thought of becoming a blogger but it just somehow happened to him. Initially, he used to just dress up and post his outfit of the day pictures whenever he would go out. He started getting really good responses for those pictures. That is how he started posting regularly and often. It was never a planned thing for him but now that he is into it, he never has loved doing something like this ever. He is from Patna and did his schooling at Delhi Public School, Patna. By degree, Siddhant is a lawyer.</p>
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<p>He used to do fashion blogging as his passion and his family never had a problem with this ever. Basically, his parents were rather quite supportive and motivating in this process of blogging. He never has faced any kind of roadblocks to doing blogging because of his parents. Besides blogging he loves listening to music, watching movies, dance, photography, and making videos. These are a few things of many that really interest him which he likes to do in his free time.</p>
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<p><strong>I have faced criticism and I generally handle it with a lot of maturity. If I feel there is any scope for improvement or learning from it then I try to make the changes in my work. Even rejections are a part of life. I deal with them with a lot of worldliness and try to make myself better so that next time I do not face rejection.</strong></p>
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<p>He considers his strength to be his inventiveness, talent, and hardworking nature. He believes his greatest weakness is never getting satisfaction with his work and always wanting to do much better which can be very tiring at times. Siddhant wants everything to be perfect. The process of reaching perfection gets a little weary for him.</p>
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<p><strong>I handle stress and pressure by keeping myself calm and focused on what I am asked to do. The toughest part of being a fashion blogger is to come up with something new with consistency but with the limited recourses you have, it gets really difficult. You have to invest a lot from your side before getting proper work.</strong></p>
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<p><br></p><p>His recent achievement was getting recognition by the biggest fashion icon in Bollywood that is <a href="https://instagram.com/sonamkapoor?utm_medium=copy_link">Sonam Kapoor Ahuja</a> on her Instagram. She posted his picture twice. She has also added him to her stories few more times for his vivid fashion sense. That is something that made him really happy and motivated him to do better. He would also like to collaborate with Sonam Kapoor for obvious reasons in the future if given a chance. He feels that she is one of the best-dressed celebrities in Bollywood.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>The current fashion trend that I love the most is flare jeans, high waist pants, chunky loafers, loose fits, etc. These are some of my go-to clothes as well. But I am not into a particular type of fashion. I really like to experiment so I can’t box my sense of fashion under one label. My personal style is quite out of the box and experimental. But my forever favourite would be retro styles.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Siddhant's favorite quote is <em>"you will face many defeats in life, but never let yourself be defeated" </em>by <a href="https://g.co/kgs/to7tXd">Maya Angelou</a>. It basically means that you will have to face many obstacles and losses in your journey. But you never should get demotivated by that but rather learn from it and keep trying. Currently, he is not associated with any specific social cause but supported many. They do charity, feed people, and rescues animals.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Lastly, fashion blogging has given me a lot of confidence and exposure. It has changed my personality and opened a lot of doors for me. It’s a very nice way to explore my creative side.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>Read: <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/interviews/from-being-a-child-model-to-fighting-body-shaming-inspiring-journey-of-aarsh/" target="_blank">From Being a Child Model To Fighting Body Shaming, Inspiring Journey of Aarsh</a><br></strong></p>

"I really like to experiment so I can’t box myself under one label"- Siddhant Chandra

<p><strong>From Being a Child Model To Fighting Body Shaming, Inspiring Journey of Aarsh</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Aarsh started his modeling when he was a child, at the age of 10. He has done shoots for a lot of brands in his childhood. Besides being a fashion model he is a fitness enthusiast. He has a very unique style sense and is extremely creative in nature.</p><p><br></p><p>His parents have always been supportive of his modeling career. Because, his father was also a model during his time, so he personally understands the industry. Hence. Aarsh got the inspiration to get into modeling from his father as it was from the genes in a way. He has always been curious about fashion and likes to explore it.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>If I was not into modeling I would have been into travel journalism. Basically, I wanted to be a TV show host and a cinematographer. My hobbies outside of modeling are sports and fitness.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>A big part of why I got into sports was because I was fat as a kid. I stopped getting work because of my weight. So, my parents suggested I should get into sports which will help me to get in shape.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>Initially, I started playing cricket but it was never my thing but after I got into badminton. And, I totally loved it. I have played badminton at the national level. I also love traveling which is one of my hobbies as well.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Aarsh has faced a lot of criticism and body shaming because of his weight as he was around 100kgs. Because of which he had to stop modeling and was very much mentally affected. He went through a bad phase then. He did not have any self-confidence left because of that constant criticism. That is when he got into fitness to get in shape. Modeling means a lot to Aarsh. That motivates him to do better. He believes that criticism is a part of life and it comes in every aspect. It is necessary to have a positive impact on constructive criticism and not lose motivation due to that. People who used to bully him and pull him down are now appreciating him. Aarsh feels really good about it that he was able to prove them wrong.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>In the earlier stage, rejection happened to me several times because of my weight. Being fat, people do not accept fat models, they want a guy who has six-pack apps or is lean. I used to feel sad but I was able to overcome it by gaining self-confidence and believing that first I need to be true to myself because no matter what people will always talk. But I should not lose my focus on what I want to achieve and then work for it.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Modeling according to Aarsh is a tricky business, so financial stability is extremely hard to get. As it is not a 9 to 4 permanent job, so it gets a little difficult to gain financial stability. A little change in your body or your face can lead to not getting work. So this industry is very unpredictable. Hence, Aarsh believes that it is necessary to have a separate source of income to survive in the industry.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>I firmly believe that confidence helps a lot in handling stress and pressure during a shoot. You just need to be yourself and enjoy the process. I personally love being in front of the camera because I enjoy that. So, to enjoy what you do is very important. As I am the face of the shoot and behind the camera, a lot of people work really hard for it. To do justice to their hard work and my talent, I need to be confident.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>The toughest part of being a fashion model according to Aarsh is to be perfect. As everything needs to be on point starting from your outfit to your body. In the beginning, you require to do a lot of investment from your end which is another tough part. While being a child model, he was mostly never paid although he worked really hard for it.</p><p><br></p><p>Aarsh believes that Social media helps models a lot. It helps them to get work and showcase their talent to the audience. People can be aware of the talent that models have directly through social media. A lot of brands also approach you by seeing your Instagram profile.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>I aspire to be a ramp model in the future. My interest does not lie much in commercials. I want to walk for big brands like <a href="https://g.co/kgs/W7Uaf6">Jacquemus</a>, <a href="https://g.co/kgs/iuiPko">Balenciaga</a>, <a href="https://g.co/kgs/4e8TtK">Gucci</a>, <a href="https://g.co/kgs/wy6Pge">Prada</a>, etc. I want to be there in that position where people look up to me and be proud of me.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>The current fashion trends in the modeling industry attract me a lot. I was earlier into basic fashion but now I am into street fashion and sustainable fashion. I am very much attracted to baggy pants and sneakers as they are very comfortable as well as sustainable. Being an environmentalist I always prefer sustainable fashion.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Currently, he is not into any kind of social cause but he wants to associate himself with it in the future. He strongly believes in saving the environment, as nowadays due to fast fashion and industrialization the environment is being polluted. Aarsh wants to work with NGOs that work towards conserving the environment. He is also aiming to open his own NGO in Himanchal Pradesh which works towards pollution and environment conservation.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Modeling has made me grow as a person. It has made me confident in life. It helped me realize that everything in life you do, will be criticized and rejected but you will overcome all of it. You just need to believe in yourself and keep grinding hard enough. There will be a chance in every aspect of life. Modeling helped me to learn a lot.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>Read: <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/interviews/arshad-believes-that-being-humble-is-the-key-to-success-in-designing/" target="_blank">Arshad Believes That Being Humble Is the Key To success In Designing</a><br></strong></p>

From Being a Child Model To Fighting Body Shaming, Inspiring Journey of Aarsh

<p><strong>Arshad Believes That Being Humble Is the Key To success In Designing</strong></p>
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<p>Arshad was always inclined towards designing as his father had a boutique. But his family put him into an engineering college as they did not want Arshad to be a fashion designer. So, Arshad has learned fashion designing all on his own. He believes that being a fashion designer you get inspiration from the smallest things possible, you need to be very observant for that matter. Most of Arshad's inspiration comes from his daily life experience.</p>
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<p><strong>My family is still not supportive of me being a designer. I dropped out in my final year of engineering which made them a little sad. They still do not appreciate my career choice. My dad had this perception that everyone who is into this industry is gay, and he was not even aware that I was gay.</strong></p>
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<p><strong>But that was such a wrong perception, this industry is very wide and it has straight people as well. I believe that once I will get financial stability they will start being supportive, till that time they will remain dicey always.</strong></p>
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<p>Arshad does not entirely blame his parents for not being supportive because he understands their concern. He feels that their concern is somehow valid as this industry is very competitive and to get proper stability takes a lot of hard work. His father would not accept him as gay because of his religious beliefs. In the Muslim religion being gay is a kind of sin.</p>
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<p>Fashion according to Arshad is something that should have your own creativity and individuality. The clothes in which a person feels confident and powerful is the best fashion for them. Fashion should not be gendered at all, everyone should be allowed to explore clothes.</p>
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<p><strong>The skill that is necessary to be a successful fashion designer according to me is to be humble. If you are humble you will have immense growth in this industry. You need to be able to take criticism from everyone starting from the Dressman to a tailor.</strong></p>
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<p><strong>Every designer should be up for constructive criticism or else you can never improve. I always take motivation from all those criticism to be better next time.</strong></p>
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<p>He gets a lot of ideas and also makes himself up-to-date about current fashion trends by watching the show <a href="https://g.co/kgs/zMwtNd">RuPaul's Drag Race.</a> A lot of fashion designers worldwide take inspiration from drag queens.</p>
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<p><br></p><p>As of now, he worked for an ad film with <a href="https://instagram.com/sonu_sood?utm_medium=copy_link">Sonu Sood</a> and <a href="https://instagram.com/aisharahmed?utm_medium=copy_link">Aisha Ahmed</a>. Which is his biggest achievement as of now. He is also doing an editorial shoot with two amazing models from Brazil and Russia but Arshad could not reveal the name for now because of the contract.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Being a strong-opinionated person has been my weakness as well as strength. I do not like to fit in a box as I work with certain companies or agencies that restrict our work, which I don't like at all. My biggest strengths are my creativity and humbleness.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>I describe my personal style as androgynous. I get to experiment a lot with my creativity because of androgynous fashion. The biggest asset of all the designers is their creativity because that is something very unique to everyone and nobody can take that from us.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>In the next 5 to 10 years he wants to see himself doing New York's fashion week and having one of the biggest labels worldwide. He is a professional football player as well.&nbsp; Arshad is an active member of the LGBTQIA+ community where he does a lot of webinars, live sessions, etc, to educate people.</p><p><br></p><p>He always has a to-do list for all his work so that he does not fall behind. Arshad likes to be organized which helps him in not messing things up and makes him less stressed and pressured. He believes that time management is the best way to handle work pressure and stress.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Social media helps aspiring designers a lot. I personally have learned a lot through social media. I follow big actors and designers to learn from their dressing and gain ideas from them. So, social media have been a great tool for me to improve.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>People start noticing your work once you put it on social media, agencies start seeing your work which is a bonus point by which they will also hire you. Now it is not always necessary to have a portfolio to get work, you can just directly send your Instagram profile and if it is well maintained then you will get work.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>In the future, if he gets a chance he would like to work with <a href="https://instagram.com/shraddhakapoor?utm_medium=copy_link">Shraddha Kapoor</a> as she is one of his favorite celebrity actors. And from designers, he would love to work with <a href="https://instagram.com/gauravguptaofficial?utm_medium=copy_link">Gourav Gupta.</a> He always wants to work with or LGBTQIA+ community. He wants to fight for the rights of his community and give them basic freedom. Currently, he is working for same-sex marriage in India.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Fashion design always had a positive impact on me. I always feel very good about it when I see myself in this profession. It makes me explore my creativity and gives me a space to be what I want to be. It has given me some of the best Experiences for life.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>READ MORE: <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/the-glassy-runways/" target="_blank">The Glassy Runways</a><br></strong></p>

Arshad Believes That Being Humble Is the Key To success In Designing

<p>Nandini Patel is a fashion model from Ahmedabad, is paving her own path in the world of glamour.&nbsp; She believes in chasing her dreams no matter what, even though that means giving up on certain things, will not hesitate. This 21-year young fashion model is firm and strongly focused on her goals.</p><p><br></p><p>Nandini's mother is her biggest supporter. Her mother wanted to be a fashion model. But could not continue further and, that is why she decided to support her daughter. When Nandini was a child, she was directed by her mother. Her mother made sure that she is surrounded by all the things which would make her way into the fashion industry. Sharing more about her mother's part, Nandini said,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"When my mother had to back off from modeling, she realized that her daughter would be going to pursue her dream. She made me wear fancy clothes and I was always the most fashionable kid in the group. She always made sure that I am, directed towards this path".</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><blockquote><p><span style="color: #333333;"><strong>The journey was not so easy for her. Nandini too had her ups and downs. She was popular in class and, others used to admire her personality. But not good in mathematics, she had to repeat the class. That is when she decided to do something to prove her abilities. Elaborating more on this, Nandini shared,<br><br></strong></span></p></blockquote><blockquote><p><strong>&nbsp;I realized, that I wanted to be a fashion model back in 2017 when I had to repeat class 11. I was popular and children used to admire me because I was fun-loving. But, with strangers, in class, everything changed and they judged me. I became an introvert. That is when I decided to do something in my life. I was not confident about modeling but, I was sure that this is something where I belong to".<br><br></strong>Initially, when she started in 2018, Nandini had no one to guide her and was directionless. She used to get projects in months and had no idea what to do but was firm about her dreams. Talking about her journey, Nandini shared,<br><br><strong>"Honestly, in the year 2021 when I started getting good projects and made good connections. From 2018 to 2021, I was directionless. I used to get projects in months and it was a very slow progress and did not know how things work and when one is actually supposed to reach out to people. I used to wait for someone to call me and tell me about the opportunities."<br></strong><br><span style="color: #333333;">When asked about her first project, Nandini said that it was with Miss Fab India in 2018. She was amongst the top 15 but could not win the show. After that, she started working with photographers and collaborated with brands. She traveled for a photoshoot where she was a part of a Vogue show in Mumbai in 2019. Talking more about her projects, Nandini revealed,<br><br><strong>"In 2021, I gave an audition for <a href="http://www.fdci.org/">FDCI</a> for top 15 models of India and got selected. I was trained by supermodel Lakshmi Rana ma'am for three days in Delhi. There I got to learn how the industry works and to be professional".<br><br></strong>If not modeling Nandini would have pursued Law or joined Army. This intellectual field fascinates her, where women are empowered day by day. Apart from modeling, Nandini is creative and is into sketching. She loves singing and dancing. Also, she has been taking professional guidance in Bharatnatyam for eight years. Nandini developed a keen interest in history when the pandemic happened. She always tries to manage time to read and learn new historical facts.<br><br><strong>"I am someone, who loves to talk about what is happening in the country and around the world. Most of the time, I read books that help me discover new facts. I got a small collection related to History and Economics. So, most of the time, you would see me talking about it. This is the thing that I love to do and will never leave no matter how busy I get".<br></strong></span><br>While discussing how the pandemic has affected her career, Nandini mentioned, it helped her to get more projects. Also, she made good connections. She is looking for the right agency to make more connections and establish herself as a professional model in the industry. Sharing about how modeling has helped her as an individual, Nandini says,<br><br><strong>"I am very straightforward, so in my day-to-day life, it is hard for people to accept me the way I am. It is the harsh reality of today that people have problems with women who are strongly opinionated and bold. Modeling, of course has helped me as a person on how to meet people and be more compassionate. But the most importantly, modeling has taught me to accept my personality and be myself".</strong><br><br><a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/fashion-for-me-is-keeping-up-with-the-change-nikita-singh-tomar-fashion-model"><strong>&nbsp;Read: </strong></a><a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/fashion-for-me-is-keeping-up-with-the-change-nikita-singh-tomar-fashion-model" target="_blank"><strong>“Fashion for me is keeping up with the change”, Nikita Singh Tomar, Fashion Model&nbsp;</strong></a><br></p></blockquote>

"I believe in chasing dreams no matter what", Nandini Patel, Fashion Model

<p>Abhilasha Rai is a young 21-year-old model from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. She dreamt of becoming a model and winning a beauty pageant since she was a child. Also, for the side hustle, she has done diploma in mass communication. Currently, she is studying Medicine in Ukraine, and in the next three years, she will be a certified doctor. This young beautiful soul aspires to become Miss World someday and is trying hard to reach that stage in her life. She had a lot to tell us about her aspirations in life when we interviewed her. Let us see what she had to say.</p>
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<p><br></p><p><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-size: 15px;">Talking about how Abhilasha Rai got into modeling, She told that she was always into modeling. Also, she had a dream of becoming Miss World since she was a child. Her modeling journey started in 2015 with Miss Teen India. When she participated in the pageant that's when Abhilasha Rai realized her true potential.&nbsp;</span></p><p><br></p><p><strong>"The feeling that I got was just overwhelming. I was always a stage person, outspoken person, very bubbly kind of a person, so when I was standing on that stage, that is when I could feel that this is it. This is life, this is what you want, this what you have to do."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Her initial journey was a coaster ride. What Abhilasha learned from that pageant actually changed her life. She learned different aspects of modeling as well. That's what is helping her now to get different projects, shoots, etc.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"My initial journey, when I got into modeling, it was a little confusing, a little fun, a little difficult. It was roller coaster of emotions and a mix of everything. There is alot to learn"</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Abhilasha revealed that she will be applying for<a href="https://www.instagram.com/missdivaorg/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> Liva Miss Diva</a> 2021. Modeling is her aim as she wants to get into the industry. Abhilasha comes from a family where everyone is a doctor. Also, the main reason for her pursuing medicine along with modeling is that she feels that it is not bad to have a Plan B in your life. Abhilasha told that her family is very supportive of her decision to pursue modeling. Also, she was sixteen when she participated in Miss Teen. Her parents were a little skeptical and scared about how is she going to manage.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"I understand how hard it is for women to get where they want in a country like India. But I am blessed to have supportive parents. I did not have any major issue when I told them that I am into modeling or that I want to win a Pageant. They told me, tum jao lekin acche se kro (you go and do it well). I can't explain how blessed I feel."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>When asked about Abhilasha's biggest influence in her life, she mentioned that it has always been her parents who supported her and motivated her to do better in life. It has been a collective effort of everyone in her family.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"My family used to come to me with different projects. 'Ki Abhilasha Rai dekho kaise karna hai, kya karna hai', They used to tell me different things. That round table converstation which happen in very family is the biggest influence in my life."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>While discussing her first project, Abhilasha Rai said that it was a shoot for a music video with Algol Productions. The song was the recreation of the famous song "Tu Shayar Hai". During the shoot, she discovered a lot of things about herself.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"It was really fun but it was difficult at the same time as I had to shoot for 18 hours straight without rest. I mean I did not even had time to eat. It was so hectic but it was so fun working with such a huge team. Because in shoots the team is different but in song shoots there are so many people. Mujhe uss project ke baad se ek nasha sa hogya, kaam se pyaar hogya bss. (From that project I became addicted to my work, and fell in love with it)"</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Abhilasha shared that she is going to be a doctor in the next 3 years which is for sure. Also, she keeps striving every day. Abhilasha Rai takes her inspiration from the late model and flight attendant, Neerja Bhanot. She sacrificed her life while saving the passengers when the flight was hijacked by terrorists in Karachi, Pakistan. Her journey inspires her to become better.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"Her story tells ki aap karm kro fal apko apne aap milega (Do your duty without expecting anything in return). Today the whole nation knows her because of what she did. Her journey has inspired me so much. She had the choice of her life but she chose to help. Her personality inspires me so much to do better every single day."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Abhilasha Rai has asked every aspiring model to be patient. Also, there is struggle everywhere but patience is the only thing. All you need to do is to believe in yourself.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"Be patient. Things will come to you when you are working for something, you are giving all your efforts, all your energy, you are giving all your passion, thing will come. Don't let rejections get to you. You are worth it and you have to know this.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Abhilasha Rai mentioned that there were not any major struggles initially, but going through the process is difficult. She was perplexed and a little lost initially.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"I did not know what I have to do and how I have to do. These were the only struggles I faced. But I loved my work so much that going through the struggles was not a big deal".</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/abhilasha._.rai/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Abhilasha</a> keeps herself motivated by researching other people who are on a modeling journey and trying to learn from them.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Read: </strong><a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/i-hope-someday-i-can-make-my-dad-proud-aarush-shrivastav" target="_blank"><strong>“I hope someday I can make my Dad proud” – Aarush Shrivastav</strong></a></p>

Abhilasha Rai is hustling hard to achieve everything she dreams of

<p>Pranav Bakhshi is a fashion model, <a href="https://www.ted.com/watch/tedx-talks">TEDx</a> speaker, intern at the Global Online Desk of Thomson Reuters where he curates pictures as part of his work, and a graphic designing student. He is the first model in India with autism. Pranav considers autism to be his superpower. He has always been very much attracted to mimicking and acting. So once his mom took him to a Theatre festival where they introduced ramp walk as an activity. He totally fell in love with it and that was when he decided to be a fashion model. Pranav started sending his mom pictures of billboards and told her that he wants to be like the models on the billboards. He is a guest columnist for an e-mag<a href="https://instagram.com/newzhook?utm_medium=copy_link"> ’Newzhook’</a> and he absolutely loves writing about the things that interest him.</p>
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<p>Pranav has a lot of hobbies and interests. He has been clicking pictures for a long time. Pranav clicks in series and some of his favorite series are Cloud Series, Silhouette Series, Water Series, and Aeroplane Series. He likes to write about the pictures he takes. Pranav has won photography awards and has been the official photographer at many events. He loves listening to English music on 94.3 Radio One. His favorite genre in music is EDM. He loves attending music concerts of his favorite musicians when they come to India and perform in the NCR. He has attended the concerts of <a href="https://instagram.com/marshmellomusic?utm_medium=copy_link" target="_blank">Marshmello</a>, <a href="https://instagram.com/djsnake?utm_medium=copy_link" target="_blank">DJ Snake</a>, <a href="https://instagram.com/wizkhalifa?utm_medium=copy_link" target="_blank">Wiz Khalifa</a>, <a href="https://instagram.com/dimitrivegas?utm_medium=copy_link" target="_blank">Dimitri Vegas</a> and <a href="https://instagram.com/likemike?utm_medium=copy_link" target="_blank">Like Mike</a>, and <a href="https://instagram.com/alanwalkermusic?utm_medium=copy_link" target="_blank">Alan Walker</a>.</p>
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<p><br></p><p>Pranav is a fitness enthusiast and likes to travel. He totally loves his fitness routine. Pranav misses going to the gym nowadays, but he wakes up early in the morning for his session with his trainer at home and never likes to miss it. He is interested in eating healthy and he strictly follows a low FODMAP diet. After the pandemic ends, he wants to travel with his sister, he wants to do a Goa to Bombay road trip. He also wants to visit her in Sydney where she lives.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>So far, my greatest accomplishment has been that I am able to deal with my challenges and do what I love to do. This is true for my ramp walks and for my TEDx talks. I overcame my anxiety to be able to do both. And I felt very glad when on my nineteenth birthday, Hindustan Times carried an article on me as India’s first fashion model with autism.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Pranav has faced criticism many times. In his journey, since childhood, Pranav has heard many hurtful things and has been ignored. Sometimes it has been assumed that he does not understand anything or is not good enough. But he has learned to ignore negative things. He just concentrates on doing his best.</p><p><br></p><p>He considers autism to be his biggest strength. Adding to that he said a story when a few years back his sister and mother told him that they have a secret to share. They told him that like all the Marvel characters that he loves, he also has a superpower. which is autism. It makes him unique; it gives him the power to achieve so many things. He knows that he is different but he is able to do so many things because of that superpower. It is not something that he is sad about. He gets anxious sometimes which he considers to be a weakness for him. But he also has strategies to cope with his anxiety. He discusses things with his mom, and he starts writing in his journal.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>something that irritates me is the way society perceives autism. I feel very sad when I read that people ‘suffer from autism’. It is not a disease, and we don’t suffer from autism. It is a condition. People sometimes behave differently. I handle it by ignoring it. something about people’s mindset that I would like to change is that we don’t suffer from autism. We live with this condition and achieve remarkable things. We face challenges as everyone does and we know how to sort them as everyone does.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Pranav wants to be a model forever. In 2060, when he will be 60 years old, he would retire as a graphic designer but he doesn’t want to retire from modeling. Rather hopes and firmly believes to do a lot of modeling assignments at that age as well. He considers his sister as his biggest inspiration. She is a very kind and nice person. She always appreciates him and cheers him up. Besides that, he also likes <a href="https://g.co/kgs/FmQH28" target="_blank">Jon Kortajarena</a> because he is an amazing model.</p><p><br></p><p>His favorite quote is "Work Hard, Play Hard". He has a very busy routine from dusk till dawn. He does not like to waste time. On Sundays, he loves to have fun. Pranav misses going to music gigs and for photo walks, but instead, now he watches movies back-to-back, listens to EDM music on full blast volume, till late in the night, and just chill.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>I love to help people. In 2020, I was very anxious about the migrant laborers walking on the road. I saw on TV how Sonu Sood sir was helping them, and I was very inspired. I pooled in my earnings as a model and as a photographer and I created three sets of trays and coasters and I sold them on social media. From that, I could collect a lot of money that I donated to the PM Cares Fund for the COVID affected.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>I am also a part of the Vikings Team of Soaring Monks, and we help people in need. This month, I was able to collect money for food packets for people who are COVID affected. We gave atta, pulses, and sugar to families who lost their source of income. People should not think that if we are special, we always need help. I can help too.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>Read: <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/learn-from-joshua-the-art-of-being-nonchalant" target="_blank">Learn From Joshua The Art Of Being Nonchalant</a><br></strong></p>

Pranav's Superpower Is Autism, What Is Yours?

<p><strong>“Fashion for me is keeping up with the change”, Nikita Singh Tomar, Fashion</strong></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Meet Ni</span>kita Singh Tomar, a fashion model, based in Lucknow ardently following her dreams. She is an extrovert and outgoing person who loves to be the center of attraction.&nbsp; With getting an opportunity in a cafe as a fashion model after graduation, there was no going back for her. When asked about fashion, Nikita says,</p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>“Fashion for me is keeping up with the change, the trend.</strong></span><strong>Today, Fashion trend is about getting the old fashion back with some modernity. We have to cope with the trend to be in the market”.</strong></p>
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<p><strong><span style="font-weight: 400;">Nikita is strongly supported by her sister and parents who were a little skeptical and </span></strong>insecure about her entering the glamourous industry. But with time she proved her abilities. She has been into sports and dance. Sharing more about herself, she said,</p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>“ Being an artist is a vast term, there’s a lot to explore and work upon. I want to enroll myself into a big modeling agency but I am never limited to any artistry field. If I get an opportunity of being an actor I would grab that. For me, each and every opportunity counts and I am a multi-talented person. I was a sports person in my school days and was a state level football player and a judo player”.</strong></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><span style="font-weight: 400;">&nbsp;Nikita said her first project was with Aura Jewellery. She was groomed by Bangalore fashion week’s choreographer and worked with Kavya Mishra. Being averse to the industry, she did not kn</span></strong>ow how the industry works but she learned a lot. Sharing more about her first experience, Nikita said,<br></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>“I was very n</strong></span><strong>aive at that time, was just looking at how the work was going. I did not even know how to walk. For a tomboy girl being in that shape of a proper girl with the look, accessories, attires and all was like what I am into? I obviously learned a lot but honestly my output wasn’t that good”.</strong></p>
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<p><br></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Talking about her different experiences, Nikita revealed her biggest modeling accomplishment was when she did a fashion show for <a href="https://www.tanishq.co.in/">Tanishq</a> in 2019. Her longest photoshoot was in Lebua, Lucknow for two days. It was a bridal campaign where she worked for a new brand and turned about to be a successful project for her. Sharing more about her journey and the pandemic, Nikita said that she joined a Brand consultancy company as a marketing and operating executive and is still working. During the first lockdown, she groomed herself and gave an audition of Miss India. However, she got many projects, post lockdown.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></p><p>When asked how she handles feedback, Nikita said that she is an emotional being and negative comments have affected her. Elaborating more on this, she said,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>“I have not liked it, criticisms do affect me but on the brighter side if that is true about me, I try to bring changes on that. But if it is not true, I don’t care. My family and close ones have supported me so if you overcome this, it will not only help me in this industry but wherever I go”</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/pranav-superpower-is-autism-what-is-yours" target="_blank">Pranav’s Superpower Is Autism, What Is Yours?</a><br></strong></p>

<p>Meet Sumedha Sharma, a content creator, based in New York who is trying to create her own identity in the field of content creation. From being an under-confident child to a confident adult, Sumedha has grown as a strong-headed individual now. Sharing more about herself, Sumedha says,</p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>"I tried to keep fitting into society and kept failing. I took up science in my high school. That way I kicked away my dreams of pursuing something in the creative field. Eventually, landed myself in an engineering college- every Indian parents dream. One thing I never gave up on was my art. I was always told to keep it aside as it was a 'hobby'. But look where it has got me today and I genuinely feel proud of myself for never letting it go and pursuing my heart."</strong></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">When asked about how she developed an interest in content creation, Sumedha told that she loves to express herself through pictures and videos. Her first work opportunity was from <a href="https://www.instagram.com/myntra/">Myntra</a> and she loved every bit of that shoot. It was a mesmerizing feeling for her to be a part of such a large print ad. Elaborating more, Sumedha told,</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>"The camera, the crew, the adrenaline of being in front of such a huge team and then seeing yourself digitally or in prints, it's an exciting feeling. You know, how every kid has a dream of being famous one day, I was that kid but I also knew that it's never going to be true. But, Cosmopolitan was the first magazine to share one of my outfit pictures in their magazine under the street style section, and all I could think of was- 'Look Maa, I did it!'</strong></span></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Every journey has difficult roads to cross, Sumedha also had to cross some bumpy roads. But the person she has evolved is commendable as now she does not work for satisfying people around her. Sumedha has started to follow her heart passionately. She is working hard to pave a path towards success despite facing multiple challenges in life. Sumedha expressed how she left engineering to follow her passion,</span></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>"Leaving engineering college was the first major step in life. And after that, I saw myself become a different and more confident person. When I started my Instagram, I somehow wanted people to know the real side of me. Also, relate to my struggles but also lose that old image of me- hence, Sue Me. I love to believe that I have been able to create a brand name out of myself. It is a great feeling."</strong></span></span></span></p>
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<p><br></p><p>If not for content creation, Sumedha would have pursued interior designing and have continued it. She feels that the opportunity came knocking at her door at the right time. Sharing her experience of working for Myntra, Sumedha told that she is forever grateful for the opportunity.</p><p><br></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>"It's been a life changing experience which helped me create an identity for myself, make some amazing connections in the industry and get to learn something new each passing day."</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Fashion according to Sumedha is expressing herself. Fashion means comfort to her. Adding to which she said,<strong> <span style="font-weight: 400;">It does not need to be followed by trends or what society wants you to fit in. Elaborating more on fashion, she said,&nbsp;</span></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>"I respect people who have their own individual style unlike most who just flow with what is trending. Nothing amuses me as such about fashion. It's personal to everyone and I respect that. There are a few things that I dislike- like the low waist jeans or Juicy Couture tracks, but then again, it is a personal preference."</strong></span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Sharing one of the most unexpected incidents Sumedha had till now in her journey as a content creator,</span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>"Whenever I have been on a set is when I've realised how much hard work, time and team effort it makes to get that ONE perfect picture for a shoot. If you look at any you'd be like, "Aww, it's a fun candid of them laughing." But, no. That one candid requires everyone's effort from a stylist to the makeup artist to creative direction, lighting experts and what not. It has made me respect the work of models. Also, so many more in the team behind the camera."</strong></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">When asked about her future plans, Sumedha mentioned that she does not plan anything now. Also is quite liking the turns her life is taking. She feels these twists and turns in her life have made it more exciting and she can not wait to see what's next for her. This career has made her more confident.</span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>"I'm still me, but I feel more confident. I guess I know what I'm actually doing now. I do feel like I've become a better version of myself and this journey has really helped me find my true self and my calling.'</strong></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Read: <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/learn-the-art-of-being-nonchalant-from-joshua" target="_blank">Learn The Art Of Being Nonchalant From Joshua</a><br></strong></span></span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span></span><br></span></p>

"Trust the process and put in your best work", Sumedha Sharma, Digital Content Creator

<p>Joshua is an Afro-Indian model. Some of his friends helped him to get into modeling. Although it never occurred to him to become a model and it just happened somehow to him. Now, he is in love with modeling. He does such great work in front of the camera, even after being self-taught. Now he is a full-time model and has been in this profession for nearly 8 years. Joshua's profile is a treat in itself for your eyes. He is tremendously amazing in the work he is into.</p>
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<p>He also believes that he is very lucky to have an extremely supportive parent who always motivates him to do good. They do not have a problem with anything that Joshua chooses as a career, till the time he is happy his parents are also happy.</p>
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<p><strong>Outside of modeling, I am very much into sports like basketball. Besides that, I also love dancing, singing, and doing art and craft. All these are something I do in my free time which brings a lot of happiness to me. Even before modeling, I wanted to be a pilot and get into aviation as everyone from my family is into aviation. So that is something I would have done if not modeling.</strong></p>
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<p>He has been on <a href="https://g.co/kgs/NB3HQ5">Vogue Italia</a> three times and also got featured in two Russian magazines and <a href="https://g.co/kgs/MfgZ7K">Elle India</a>. Those are some of his greatest achievements. He already has received so many opportunities all by his dedication and hard work and surely a lot more to come his way.</p>
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<p><strong>I have faced a lot of criticism in the modeling industry. But that really never affected me. I just do not care what others have to say about me, till the time I am happy with my work and everything, no one else's opinion really matters. This particular attitude of mine has helped me a lot to face all types of criticism. I just believe you need to keep moving forward and not allow anything to come your way.</strong></p>
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<p>His personality has helped him a lot to get success in his modeling career. As he is very extroverted, outgoing, direct, and is kind of a people's person so that helped him a lot getting work. He is also a kind person who does not take negativity of people which helped him a lot in this industry. However, he is very hard on himself sometimes to get success, which sometimes proves to be good but that does not help him mentally and physically at times. So, he does yoga and meditation to calm his mind.</p>
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<p><br></p><p>He uses rejection as a stepping stone. Every time he gets rejected he tries to find what exactly went wrong and gives his best to improve that particular factor. He has also faced racism based. He had often been discriminated against by people on the grounds of his race. But because of his attitude of staying away from all kinds of negativity, all those discriminations never really affects him.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>I suggest always have a plan B, if you get into modeling. Because this industry is very unpredictable and it is hard to survive for long here. So, it is always better to have an alternate career option. Becoming a full-time model is the toughest part according to me in modeling, as not everyone can achieve it. Although I am grateful to be a full-time model, it has a lot of struggle behind it.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>He wants to give India a good Indo-African representation as that is something which lacks a lot in this country. Joshua wants to change people's resistance as that is something he feels should improve in people's mindset.</p><p><br></p><p>'Whenever, wherever and forever, is his favorite quote that indicates that every time you need to be yourself, wherever you are and forever. He gets his inspiration from a lot of people like <a href="https://g.co/kgs/Aguqet">Naomi Campbell</a>, <a href="https://g.co/kgs/vrt4ZF">Gigi Hadid</a>, <a href="https://g.co/kgs/NkimRx">Bella Hadid</a> because he kind of gets his persona in them. That is the reason he was more drawn towards these celebrities. He is also very much inspired by <a href="https://www.google.com/search?kgmid=/g/11h6_j4gzx&amp;hl=en-IN&amp;q=Alton+Mason&amp;kgs=c2b45c17413aad29&amp;shndl=0&amp;source=sh/x/kp/osrp/4&amp;entrypoint=sh/x/kp/osrp">Alton Mason</a>, the first black model to have walked for Chanel.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Modeling has helped me grow as a person. If it would have not been through modeling, I would not have been able to achieve whatever I could. It showed my real capability and what I can do best. It just made me feel more powerful.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>Read: <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/inspirational-and-heartening-journey-of-miss-wheelchair-india-2015-priya-bhargava" target="_blank">Inspirational and Heartening Journey Of Miss Wheelchair India 2015, Priya Bhargava</a><br></strong></p>

Learn The Art Of Being Nonchalant From Joshua

<p>Meet the beautiful and inspiring woman, Ms. Priya Bhargava, who was diagnosed with Lupus and Transverse Myelitis at the age of 19 due to which she became 70% disabled. But her strong determination and willpower helped her break all the barriers to achieve greater heights. Ms. Priya Bhargava became Miss Wheelchair India in 2015. She was always drawn towards beauty pageants like <a href="https://instagram.com/missindiaorg?utm_medium=copy_link" target="_blank">Miss India</a> and <a href="https://instagram.com/missindiaorg?utm_medium=copy_link" target="_blank">Miss World</a> but being a shy and introverted person, she never thought to become one. Modeling happened to her unplanned.</p>
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<p>Priya has always been a very creative person who loves to explore things and opportunities. She grew up in a very homely childhood. She has always been an extremely shy and introverted person but an ambitious one as well. Her family has always been supportive of her decisions whether it was related to studies, modeling, or something else until it is life-threatening. Her parents (Mr. S.C Bharagava and Mrs. Gayatri Bhargava) are her biggest source of inspiration. They have taught her whatever she is right now. She has learned from their life stories.</p>
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<p>Expressing her pageant journey, Priya said that, first she filed her nomination out of frustration as she was bored of studying. By that time she had finished the master's in Computer Applications by topping in her regional center.</p>
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<p><strong>I wanted something new to explore. So, I decided to send my pictures, videos, and bio-data for entry into Miss Wheelchair India. I was interviewed by the Founder of Miss Wheelchair India and was asked to send glamorous pictures for the Miss Popularity round. It was a big turn-off to me as I had been a shy person all my life. At one point I had decided to take my name back from the contest but before I could do that I was already amongst the top 7 finalists. I made my mind to complete it. Then I worked on all the necessary skills including my weight. And finally, On 5th Dec 2015, I won that contest in Bangalore.</strong></p>
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<p>Being a counseling psychologist at @talktoangel online portal and who herself has been through depression, relates to Mental health a lot. According to her, mental health occurs when you start thinking rationally and when you start seeing things from both perspectives, objectively as well as subjectively. We are the outcomes of our biases toward ourselves and others. Being happy always is near to impossible and it is not the parameter to define our mental health. Mental fitness includes feeding our minds with the right information and the right knowledge. There is no scope for negativity if we feed our minds with the right things.</p>
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<p><strong>At present, people are getting more aware of mental health. I do counsel a lot many people from different age groups. Still, a lot of improvement is necessary. People hide away telling that they have an appointment with a counselor or a psychiatrist but they do not hide away from telling that they have an appointment with a Dentist or a Physician. Until this won’t normalize, we can’t say that people are rational about this aspect of life. Many physical ailments exist because of mental health problems. So when you are mentally fit, you automatically get physically fit directly or indirectly.</strong></p>
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<p>Priya is a practicing Counselling Psychologist.&nbsp;Besides that, she is a Motivational Speaker, Educator, Fine Artist, Actor, Model, YouTuber, and Author( Freelancing). All these are her sources of income besides being her passion. She completely enjoys her work and gets peace out of it. She received the ‘Excellence Award’ by International Human Rights Organisation in<br>association with United Nations and International Bar Association.</p>
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<p>She has modeled for Quint, Miss Wheelchair World, and Open Magazine. Priya&nbsp;has not only exhibited and successfully sold her art and crafts but also worked for a dress designer whose work was exhibited in Delhi and Dubai. She is a co-author in the book “Holding My Tears”. She has her YouTube Channel named “LifeSkillsByMissIndiaPriyaBhargava” for educating “life skills” to the people. Priya is also a petitioner to make “Cinemas Wheelchair Accessible” and “My Yellow Vehicle” for school students’ safety.</p>
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<p><strong>My work is my hobby. Besides that, I always believe in serving our society in any way we could. I am a social activist where I work for women empowerment, accessibility for specially-abled people, I am a member of <a href="https://instagram.com/wiccinmhc?utm_medium=copy_link">WICCI-NMHC</a> (National Mental Health Council). So mental health has always been on my agenda, I am also working for enriching people with information about Lupus by doing webinars with experts. I have a WhatsApp group where we are now a family of more than 100 Lupus warriors.</strong></p>
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<p>For Priya, her biggest accomplishment is Miss India Wheelchair winning. She has also represented India in the <a href="https://instagram.com/misswheelchairworld?utm_medium=copy_link">Miss Wheelchair World</a> contest in 2017, becoming the 1st Indian woman to do so. She was also the First specially-abled model from India who was published as a cover girl on the Literary Magazine of <a href="https://instagram.com/wiccinmhc?utm_medium=copy_link">‘Tales &amp; Tellers’</a>. Her life story is on a Moral Science Book ‘Gems for Life’ in schools and colleges of India. She believes, being born as a human and finishing it being a human is the greatest achievement of all.</p>

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<p><br></p><p>She has faced a lot of criticism throughout her journey. But Priya believes that people can criticize you at any point in time but it is your call whether you wish to take it positively or negatively. She has learned to handle criticism. She is more into working on herself to become a better version of herself. Not because people criticize, but because she wants to do it for her happiness and self-satisfaction.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>My biggest strength is my parents, who have been there with me in my thicks and thins. I never forget to take their opinion while I make a decision. They are my motivators. They show me the other side of the coin. And that really helps. My weakness includes me being workaholic and very sensitive. I feel these are also my assets, I just need to be a bit conscious about my health both physical and mental.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>In conformity with Priya, discrimination is everywhere. She has faced discrimination and she fights back in whatever way is possible or she simply just boycotts them. Some people are scared of her due to this. Standing for truth and fighting for it, needs a lot of guts and sometimes you are left alone all because of this. But this cannot break her determination to stand against something which is wrong.</p><p><br></p><p>Sometimes it gets disappointing for her with today's societal norms but she always tries to make people aware of things. She feels that as we make the society, so we need to maintain a balance between law and order. If something is lacking in our society then it is our sole responsibility that we change it. People with disabilities are still not accepted or have basic rights. The young generation should act and change this perception of society.</p><p><br></p><p>Talking about facing rejection in her life, Priya mentioned,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>I have faced very less rejections at the workplace as I am very hard working and sincere and I am not bragging. Those who know me personally are aware of it. But yes, In relationships, I have got rejections several times. Maybe because people think I am weak who would agree on everything they say or want. When they find me, someone who has her own say, it hurts their ego. No matter what, I will stand for myself, always.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Everyone has a unique mindset but something which Priya would like to change is how people perceive disability. She has noticed one common thing among people that is when they see any specially-abled person, their attitude is more of pity or sympathy.&nbsp; Whenever people come to interact with Priya thinking that she is some kind of sufferer, she opens up and tells them about all her achievements. That acts as a mirror to them and an indirect question, <em>’What are you up to?’</em></p><p><em><br></em></p><p>Her favorite quote is <em>‘This too shall pass’</em> as she has faced a very difficult time in the past due to her health issues. She was in the hospital for 4.5 months continuously, underwent several surgeries, blood, plasma, platelet transfusions. Two times doctors were also not sure of her life. She used to always think about when would she be fine as she aspires to do several things. That time, this thought has always relieved her from all the pains and kept her grounded in most of her happiest times.</p><p><br></p><p>In the end, modeling has thrown a great impact on Priya's life. It made her stronger and better.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Modeling has made me realize that I have this persona too. I can still look beautiful after having this life-threatening disease, after having big skin grafts, after having scars over most parts of my body, after losing bundles of hair. Still, I can be a model who inspires others. It has helped me to strengthen my belief in myself which I once had lost. Not because of me, but I was made to believe by the people around me that I am good for nothing. But now I am stronger than ever.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>Read: <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/meet-barbie-who-always-loves-experimenting-with-her-skills" target="_blank">Meet Barbie Who Always Loves Experimenting With Her Skills</a><br></strong></p>

Inspirational and Heartening Journey Of Miss Wheelchair India 2015, Priya Bhargava

<p><strong>Multitalented Ashwin Alok, An Example of Perseverance</strong></p>
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<p>It is always fun to be able to multitask. One can have so much to do and pursue when they have the eagerness to learn different things. Proving this, Ashwin Alok was born in Patna, Bihar, hailing in the field of filmmaking, acting, and being an author.</p>
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<p>As a child, Ashwin always wanted to be a cricketer. But nobody supported him that time. He was discouraged by everybody, which was quite sad for him.</p>
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<p><strong>“At that time, sports were not considered among respectable profession in my family and society. So, I had to quit.”</strong></p>
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<p>Later he decided to become an aerospace engineer. Even at that time, nobody supported him. His father did not want him to go away from him. After no hope, he asked his father to suggest him some career option, with which they all will be happy. His father suggested pursuing computer science engineering.</p>
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<p>After completing his graduation in 2016, Ashwin along with one of his friends started their company <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kreativekrewofficial/">Kreative Krew</a> in 2017. Initially, they used to cover and shoot fashion and corporate events. At the beginning of 2018, Ashwin indulged himself in filmmaking. In January they worked on their maiden short film on their YouTube channel.</p>
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<p><strong>“In 2018, when we did not have much work to do, we decided to work on short film making. We started making it in January 2018 and released it after two months, in March on our YouTube channel.”</strong></p>
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<p><strong>“More than 2500 views were a lot for our channel. It was just the beginning of our channel and we received so much love already. We got more inspired and motivated after this.”</strong></p>
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<p>From this point in life, there was no looking back for Ashwin and he took his career forward. They started making more short films in different genres. They made short films for the Government, Brands, and Companies too. Till now they made over 25 short films. They worked with brands like <a href="https://www.instagram.com/goldsgym/">Gold’s Gym</a>, hospitals, and advertisements for the government.</p>
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<p>Several of his short films were also selected and awarded in various film festivals. One of his short Films <em>‘Bread Butter’</em> was selected to stream on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/disneyplushotstarvip/" target="_blank">Disney + Hotstar</a>. He also won the best actor award for his short film, <em>‘Jeetega India’</em>. Also, he was part of the <a href="https://www.instagram.com/primevideoin/">Amazon</a> series <em>‘Tandav’</em>. He also made a recent short film on disaster management with the association of Times Group for the Uttar Pradesh Government in 2020.</p>
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<p><br></p><p>Along with this, Ashwin is a writer as well. He published his first book <em>‘Nazm-e-Qaasid’</em> in January 2020. It was the collection of his Hindi poems. Also, he recently published his second book <em>‘The Music of Silence’</em>.</p><p><br></p><p>After seeing the praise and appreciation for his first short film his father was so proud of him and also started supporting him. He realized the potential and huge scope in the career.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>“Now he gives me ideas for short films. He even helps me with that too. Also, he used to research on his own. He has been quite active with my company since that day.”</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Life has been very difficult for Ashwin in the initial time. After learning about mind conditioning, he realized how it helped him to survive those times not even knowing it.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>“It is very important to have a static and peaceful state of mind. I survive those difficult times without even knowing.”</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Talking about his recent book, he also faced rejections. His book was rejected by 20 publishers. Ashwin never lost hope and finally got published. Also, he is taking forward Kreative Krew as a company and his business.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>“I am proud of myself. I have achieved many things in the tenure of three years. Working hard pays off. One must stay grateful and hopeful”</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Being a multitalented person, he is also into fitness. Along with Kreative Krew, he is the founder of <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mindcalling/">Mind calling</a> where he is a mind and behavioral coach. He is also a certified elite fitness trainer.</p><p><br></p><p>Motivation for many youths and working hard every day on his every talent and dream, he is making his way towards a bigger screen of success. He is an inspiration to every artist out there.</p><p><br></p><p>Read: <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/journey-from-a-chef-to-a-model" target="_blank">Journey from A Chef To A Model</a><br></p>

Multitalented Ashwin Alok, An Example of Perseverance

<p>Meet Barbie Chatterjee, who is a fashion influencer, makeup artist, teacher, and dancer. Her journey as a makeup artist started when she was a child, as she was a dancer and had to do makeup for that. That is how her inclination towards makeup started. Although back then her mother used to do her makeup but growing up she started doing it herself and fell in love with it. She started watching and learning from makeup tutorials on Youtube. Back when she started doing makeup in 2016, makeup was not a thing, it was not that popular as it is today.</p>
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<p>Barbie's parents were extremely supportive throughout her journey. They helped her by buying makeup products and other essentials necessary for her profession, initially. But they always suggested having a backup option. As this industry is very unpredictable and you never know if you will have a successful career in it or not. So having a backup is always important.</p>
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<p><strong>As a backup option, I always take my studies with me. This year, I just got done with my graduation from <a href="https://g.co/kgs/TFqv6G">NIIS Institute</a>. I like both English and Computer. So, if I would have not taken makeup then I would have opted for content writing or Java as my niche. I love both of those fields of work. Besides that, I also love teaching, I have been giving private tuition for the past 2-3 years on English. During this pandemic, I started my own online dance classes as well.</strong></p>
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<p>Barbie takes her inspiration from everywhere. She tries to find creativity from her surrounding. Besides that, she also scrolls through Instagram a lot, so from that, she gets a lot of inspiration from people's art. Her one single look sometimes is inspired by 100 different types of looks. She loves experimenting every time. For every look, she always tries to be better than last time. She first competes with herself before others.</p>
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<p>She has worked with brands like <a href="http://www.roopmantra.com/">Roopmantra</a>,<a href="https://www.googleadservices.com/pagead/aclk?sa=L&amp;ai=DChcSEwiovp_SmdbyAhWRmWYCHVCGD28YABBKGgJzbQ&amp;ae=2&amp;dsh=1&amp;agsac=u0vxjcU46xk&amp;cit=CkUKCQjw4KyJBhDLARI0AIrK0W4LMROaCiKkqSmhwmzkY7ROjPRPzIrVRMnkfneJ8yN4FFuL6PBiIwzEvyrMw0FMYxoCJOLw_wcB&amp;ohost=www.google.com&amp;cid=CAESQeD2RXvNADJqPXeKUOLOn6wlHdHZwVdjl8PTTsD0hm7_d1hobb1g1ln15qK0LX1YSpG61_qg1cZTXvJgVMdZtfBh&amp;sig=AOD64_3PPfLw0kROxcJmv8eE06pZarkGtQ&amp;q&amp;adurl&amp;ved=2ahUKEwicrZfSmdbyAhXh7HMBHRDeAzkQ0Qx6BAgLEAE&amp;ms=CoACf-qDj6mfAa0bbux8c-Ol9JM3JnMTqCAzQ3WhFzVH__laPI0Sum0hqo_ttXWXgTflBX9XbZ5aMBEySFAD8BIXyXnD_5INEou40BomY_ieuv5SH9vm5Rmrc39FFNdqG8l3V7DRyOBLhg_FdvCpr4ozrNEQnGm_ZxwWYvrnIaDCrvJqd0F-g6Gei0dtz8D-kA4uJFVn4utgobPd-Q6-pD88C4sDN67-IfWN9I_Sq8gEa6CfLUL-OEd67ydh_IxZon-_9AXqLiOirzOtquq06novs295JCRx2uCzMEWkJE2YkzeqY1zPCfbmfGWqCDysikgywxDUYjoAXS8qhnk7S0tatAqAAlQoq9k7-IpksoYrDDshyb3xbDa_dPoq5CW-2tfWWc61qhMGV0QHVbAETsVF1FORoyLAxGrytFjA1ff8QEmWFcvagVDdl92NsQcQRIF92bb2hlTPXjXJigzL13VC8I2AUWNUXOEG_jj2bKd8LLY3kXfg9FC_0hki_EPWQApbtUyk7imbZVZ6LBL1nCSTiCD6wTPdTFtDwFdSXYkjEESu2ABtYA_q6pEv4ekTQqnq1ym1dLLCvdYF4tbPeSPfXSXgtocU8taEbkqo-o199JhJsEurSI5ryVcVpZGewzbJNeTb0ld3tk01Df73LVgFO3PHdfKBOdkdenIm2zUtdwQqQ10SEFsNKeHBp2pw3MapoTzDzpg&amp;dct=1" target="_blank"> Mother Sparsh</a>, <a href="https://instagram.com/myglamm?utm_medium=copy_link" target="_blank">Myglamm</a>, <a href="https://instagram.com/myberomt?utm_medium=copy_link" target="_blank">MyberoMt</a>, <a href="https://instagram.com/mycocosoul?utm_medium=copy_link" target="_blank">Cocosoulbeauty</a>, <a href="https://instagram.com/dermacoindia?utm_medium=copy_link" target="_blank">DermaCo</a>, etc. Her favorite work from all her makeup look was one of the orange-yellow looks which was a body paint look inspired from a landscape picture on Google. After she posted that look, she received a lot of appreciation and compliments.</p>
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<p><strong>I think the most important quality that a makeup artist should have is regular practice. Secondly, they also need to plan everything beforehand or else there are chances that one could mess up a look. Next, all makeup artists should have a good sense of time as a particular look takes a lot of time, so you need to be smart in managing time. Lastly, makeup artists need to be very consistent as well as creative every time.</strong></p>
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<p>Barbie has faced a lot of criticism during her career. Giving an example she said that once she went to a wedding where she was wearing a blue dress to which she did a blue smokey eye as well. But people at that wedding started criticizing her so much saying that she should not put makeup on as it will destroy her skin. She should rather go for subtle makeup which will suit her more. Like these, a lot of scenarios have happened with her which sometimes demotivate her and make her sad. It is also concerning sometimes that people are so unaware of makeup.</p>
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<p><br></p><p>She suggested that people who put on makeup should always blend it well otherwise it won't look good. Also, it is necessary to buy the right shade of foundation which matches their skin color and texture, or else it would not blend properly which will not give good results.</p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>Content creation requires a lot of patience. I will suggest if anyone wants to step into this industry they need to be very calm throughout. As it will be a long process for you to reach a stage where you will earn out of it. But once you get a lot of followers and likes, brands will automatically approach you. Even being a makeup artist you have to first invest a lot from your end. You need to create your own portfolio and buy products on your own to get clients but once people know you, it will get easy for you to get clients.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Her favorite makeup trend currently is the use of graphic liners in different innovative ways usually with pastel and neon colors. Barbie loves experimenting with that, as it looks glam but at the same time also very subtle. She is very much inspired by <a href="https://instagram.com/shreyajain26?utm_medium=copy_link">Shreya Jain</a> and would love to work with her sometime in the future. Also, <a href="https://instagram.com/mxdhu.__?utm_medium=copy_link">Madhusmita</a> inspires and motivates her a lot, she feels very blessed to know a person like her who supports her so much and is an extremely genuine person.</p><p><br></p><p>When COVID was at its peak she tried her level best to provide sources to people to reach out for help. In the future, she wants to work for orphan kids and help them get a better life. She also wants to stand for all the women who are suffering due to this patriarchal society.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Being a makeup artist has helped me a lot, I get to explore myself every day. I feel at peace whenever I am working on a particular look. Because when I work I do not feel like working as I totally enjoy doing it. Through this industry I alsi got to meet so many amazing people on the internet. They always support and motivate me. I do not find those kind of people in general in my surrounding.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>Read <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/anuska-is-a-multi-talented-woman-who-achieved-success-in-a-very-short-time-span" target="_blank">A Multi-Talented Woman Who Achieved Success in a Very Short TimeSpan.</a><br></strong></p>

Meet Barbie Who Always Loves Experimenting With Her Skills

<h1><strong>Aashna Gurav is Educating People about Sustainable Fashion</strong></h1>
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<p>Have the courage to follow your heart and everything else will fall in place. Meet fashion model and marketing consultant Aashna Gurav, striving each day to bring a positive impact around her. Her beautiful presence of mind and vision to educate people, make her stand out from rest. We fall short of words to define this soul so let's dive right in, to know more about Aashna and her views on sustainable fashion.</p>
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<p>Aashna was born and brought up in Mumbai. She grew up watching Aishwarya Rai and Sushmita Sen and considers them her idol. Although she never thought of getting into the modeling industry but had keenly participated in college fashion shows for fun. Luckily she stumbled upon campus princess, a talent hunt by Times Group. Aashna told us, modeling has helped her grow as an individual and is still in a learning phase.</p>
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<p><strong>"I happened to come across Campus Princess while I was participating in college fashion shows and that’s where things started for me. I was a complete fresher but I learnt a lot. Though, I did not make it the first few times, ever competition, audition or casting I went for did help me grow along the way. So, I would not say it was a complete failure. Because I did get to experience and learn a lot and that according to me is my prize. I may not have won during those first few attempts I made, but those experiences have helped me get to where I am today. It didn’t just add to my modeling profession but also helped me as a person. It added a lot to my personality. And since then I have just focussed on learning."</strong></p>
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<p>Explaining how she convinced her parents, Aashna told that it is very important to make parents aware of how things work in the industry and educate them about it</p>
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<p><strong>"The only thing with parents is that they do not know enough. So that is the reason they are apprehensive. But if you give them some time and share your experience they evetually come around. Over time they will understand that she is doing well, there are shoots and shows, they pay well and everything is good. Eventually they get convinced, they understand.</strong></p>
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<p>Aashna's main objective to get into the field of fashion was to observe and learn. She tries to imply the experiences she has had in the industry till now and the things which she has learned in her daily life. The industry had made her disciplined and more hard-working than before.</p>
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<p><strong>"I was excited to meet people. Excited to observe how things go. I think I didn’t quite have a far shot goal back then."</strong></p>
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<p>Aashna has been passionately pursuing her modeling career. She feels if a person has an interest in love for different things then they should pursue it no matter what. Often people recommend focusing on just one thing. But according to her, one should pursue everything.</p>
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<p>As mentioned above Aashna started her career with a beauty pageant. She is the winner of Femina Miss India Goa 2018 and Femina Style Diva South in 2017. Her experience from these pageants has made her a confident person. When asked about the most memorable moment of her from both these pageants, she shares an incident from Style Diva,</p>
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<p><strong>"It was the final round, all the contestants were supposed to do a final walk. I was wearing a nice long gown. During my walk, I had these really big dangling earings. They were heavy and quite difficult to manage. But it was what was given to me and I had to carry them. Right when I was hitting the ramp, the earrings were so heavy that one of them broke. Because I was walking in a fast pace and momentum, the earnings flew off and went straight to the judges table. Normally, I would have been super startled, I would have stopped there in the middle. But I did not, I kept my smile on and went on to walk without budging.</strong></p>
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<p><strong>I also remember my mentor Alesia Raut always said that ‘Don’t react to things, always respond’, what she meant was that whenever in your life or on stage, you have to have your composure and understand what has happened, process it and respond to the situation. Rather than reacting to any such incident in haste, just take a deep breathe and respond to it well. At that moment I did the same. My smile did not budge and I kept on walking. And that’s probably what made me win that time."</strong></p>
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<p>Aashna told that industry works in such a way that a person might be in a place of self-doubt. Though a person should always keep trying for better and to improve at every point in life.</p>
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<p><strong>"When you go for casting there are many people competing, or even if you go for a pageant there are 30 other contestants competing for the same title. So when you are being chosen for a show you know you are being compared to someone at all points in time. At times when you are rejected, it may go to your head in the wrong way. Like you may take it personally, even though it is not. It is not like you are not good enough.</strong></p>
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<p><strong>Of course, there is always room for improvement, you can always work on yourself. Sometimes you do lack confidence. It is not possible that 24*7 you feel confident and good. That is very unrealistic. At times you need to tell yourself ‘you have got this’ or just pretend for that matter, things aren’t always going to be great but you have to keep faith and tell yourself that it’s all good"</strong></p>
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<p>When asked Aashna about her dream shoot with well-known designers or photographers she would like to work with, she said that she does not have a proper setup in her mind yet. Being a responsible person, she wants to work with sustainable fashion brands. Also, the brands who convey the message of 'shop smart'. She feels that there is a need for such change in the industry. Talking about the few brands, Aashna says,</p>
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<p><strong>"Now, brands are waking up to this fact that each individual is different, their body type, their features. They all deserve attention. They all deserve recognition. And also, we need to be mindful about what we’re doing to our planet. So few sustainable and conscious brands that are Indian,<a href="https://www.instagram.com/leaclothingco/"> Lea clothing</a>, they are sustainable along with being body positive. Their models all look different, plus size models, petite models, So everyone feels represented with brands like these. There is <a href="https://www.instagram.com/urthlabel/">Urth Label</a> as well. I personally like them."</strong></p>
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<p><br></p><p>Aashna wants the fashion industry to be more conscious. She believes everyone should feel accepted. Also, she does not want anybody to feel underconfident because of fashion. If fashion makes someone feel inferior then that is not fashion. Fashion is something that can make people feel empowered. Being an environmentalist, she would love to make people aware of what is happening.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"Now-a-days people have started saying "Vocal for Local". Why does that happen? Because that means there is less transport, less pollution. Also, who ever has actually made your clothes get the value. I hope along with the industry the consumers also become conscious and mindful. I feel like to bring change, it is not always important to do something big. Sometimes even a small conversation helps. I started speaking about all this on my own social media. I have tried to identify brands that are sustainable and talk about why they are sustainable and conscious. So, I feel like you could just talk to 5 people around you and make them aware."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>In the end, her plans for 2022 are to grab more opportunities and wants to travel. Aashna being a beach person wants to travel to an island. She feels that everybody is different and the main reason a person feels conflicted or cheated is because of a perspective.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"If someone asks me, why you are unhappy we say, 'No I am not doing good enough' but who has defined that good enough? That good enough is very subjective. The thing which is good for you might not be for me. Everybody is different, everyone's point of view is different. If you will understand this the things would feel easy. The world has a lot of different perspective, so just take your own perspective and go ahead."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>Read: <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/anuska-is-a-multi-talented-woman-who-achieved-success-in-a-very-short-time-span" target="_blank">A Multi-Talented Woman Who Achieved Success in a Very Short Time Span</a><br></strong></p>

Aashna Gurav is Educating People about Sustainable Fashion

<p><strong>Journey from A Chef To A Model</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Learning new things every day is a never-ending process. Each day teaches us different things. Our actor and model Kuldeep Soni also keeps up with this agenda and is scaling the route towards his dreams day by day.</p><p><br></p><p>Kuldeep Soni from Udaipur, Rajasthan was always fond of the entertainment domain since childhood. He used to participate in almost every cultural program. He used to love being on stage.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>“From school time, I was part of most stage acts and plays. One can say that I used to be on stage all the time.”</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Along with that, Kuldeep has always been a sporty person. He used to keep himself into sports as well. But there was a time when he was not sure whether he can become an actor or not.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>“Everything was well, though, I was not sure whether I can act or not.”</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>While he was pursuing his further studies in the USA, he started looking for acting schools, as he was determined to be in one, along with pursuing a part-time job. But his love and determination of becoming an actor grew day by day. His life changed for the better when he got into one of the acting schools in the US.</p><p><br></p><p>At the time of the interview before selection for the acting school, he was asked that why he wants to be an actor. He answered,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>“I just want to be an actor. I don’t know whether I can act or not. It is you guys who are going to tell that whether I can become or not.”</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>After his selection for the acting course, he learned loads of things in aspects of acting including the etiquettes of being punctual and focused.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>“They used to be so much strict about punctuality. Also they taught me how dedication is important in becoming an actor. I got to know myself after getting into the acting school. I came to know I want to be here and who I am.”</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Kuldeep loves being on stage and face camera. Watching movies and seeing different characters give him the energy to try out different characters' roles as well.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>“I love doing plays on stage and acting in front of the camera. Though facing the camera is quite different, I love it. I am a different me then.”</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>His family has been always supportive irrespective of not knowing the acting and modeling industry and also about a chef. He is the youngest in his family after his four sisters. They also supported him throughout his whole journey of becoming a chef and following his passion of becoming an actor and model.</p><p><br></p><p>From a very young age, Kuldeep started earning a further strong financial base. He was supporting himself financially from the very beginning. After completing one year in acting school in the USA, he came to India at the end of 2018 and shifted to Mumbai. Mumbai as everyone knows is the hub for acting and modeling.</p><p><br></p><p>After coming back to India, he got his first project as a model for the clothing brand <a href="https://www.instagram.com/rarerabbit_in/" target="_blank">Rare Rabbit</a>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>“I was not in my good body shape at that time. The shoot was in a week. I was working out for 5 hours a day to get back into shape. And in one week I was back on track.”</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>He also worked for a TVC for <a href="https://www.instagram.com/shoppers_stop/">Shoppers Stop, </a>shoots for clothing brands like <a href="https://www.instagram.com/veirdo.in/">Veirdo</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/his_highness_store/">His Highness</a>, and many more. He also worked with renowned photographer <a href="https://www.instagram.com/pauldavidmartinphotography/">Paul David Martin</a>.</p><p><br></p><p>As soon as he came to Mumbai he joined the theatre group named The Actor’s Group by Saurabh Sachdeva. Though he was into both acting and modeling, he preferably wanted to be in acting.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>“The reason I joined this theatre is that I was getting the same vibe as the acting school in the USA. Everybody was so dedicated and punctual. It was fun. I was said to be good for comedy act back in the US.”</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>For Kuldeep, to become an actor, one has to be comfortable in front of the public with every look. He even tried this by traveling in a bus with a hippie look. The survey was to know how people react and how comfortable he was. Also, he takes inspiration from animals when it comes to a certain character. He also gets inspiration from actors who play an intense role in films.</p><p><br></p><p>In the year 2020, as the pandemic came, like others it also affected Kuldeep’s career which was paving its way smoothly. He had to cancel many shoots and projects. Though he utilized that time on developing and brushing his skills.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>“I believe an actor should always know and be good in multiple things. I love to play different sports. Also, do gym and I am very much into fitness. Whether it's anger or I am upset, my only way to get out of it is in the gym and working out. It is the best way for me.”</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Apart from being an actor and model, Kuldeep Soni is a multitalented person. He loves to cook. He loves to work out and play different sports. Also loves to paint and sketch. Through sketching, he loves to describe his feelings and emotions. He is also a nature and animal lover and always energetic to learn new things.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>“Learning has no age and time. Anyone can learn anything if they want to.”</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>As an actor and model, also multitalented in many fields, Kuldeep Soni is unstoppable.</p><p><br></p><p>Read: <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/my-motive-is-to-keep-myself-motivated-tenzin-choedhen" target="_blank">“My Motive is to keep Myself Motivated”, Tenzin Choedhen</a></p>

Journey from A Chef To A Model

<p>Anuska Ananya is a multi-talented woman who tops her college and then flatters everyone through her fashion reels on Instagram. She is in 3rd year of BBA at <a href="https://g.co/kgs/oVktt1" target="_blank">Birla Global University</a>.&nbsp; When someone claims that people cannot focus on studies if you get into blogging and fashion then you should show them this amazing woman who takes her studies and blogging career hand in hand. The pandemic has affected the entire world but the lockdown that occurred due to the pandemic happens to be a blessing in disguise for Anuska. During the lockdown, she used to experiment with her old clothes and started posting pictures of them out of boredom. She never planned to become a blogger but it somehow transpired to her.</p>
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<p>Anuska took up the 21 days challenge and received a really good response. She went from 2K followers to 10K followers just within a month. That was pretty overwhelming for her as she never expected to get such a response, it made her really happy. Slowly a lot of brands started approaching her and that is how the blogging journey of Anuska started. Her mom was very supportive throughout her journey, she never stopped her from doing anything rather encouraged her.</p>
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<p><strong>My mom has always been very supportive. If you check my Instagram more than half of the pictures are clicked by my mom exclusively. So, she has always been there for me, helping me to create content. But, on the other hand, it was a little difficult to convince the rest of the family members. Some are still not convinced. My dad initially could not understand what I do and it took him time to support and understand my work. But as I am handling my studies equally with blogging so he does not have a problem with it.</strong></p>
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<p><br></p><p>The society and the surrounding she belongs to have a very narrow mindset. So she has been criticized a lot of times by her own family member itself.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>When I started wearing crop tops my family members used to pass on really bad comments. That affected me a lot. Although I do get negative comments in my Instagram feed that do not affect me as I don't know them, so that does not bother me. But when I hear my own family members talk bad things about it, that is something that really hurts and demotivates me.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>When Anuska approached some brands they rejected her because they demanded more followers back then when she had around 20K followers, which was a little disheartening to her. But now with 76.9K followers, those brands are again approaching her. So, the key to prospering in the blogging industry is to be patient.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Managing time is the toughest part according to me in blogging as I have studies and besides that I have to be consistent in my page as well. Also to find a proper topic for the content is&nbsp; difficult. I make dance reels, fashion reels and sometimes I also try to make funny videos with my mom, But choosing a particular topic everytime gets a little difficult.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>She has worked with various brands like<a href="https://g.co/kgs/PGTUhS" target="_blank"> Amazon</a>, <a href="https://g.co/kgs/dEs3Fp" target="_blank">Skoda</a>, <a href="https://www.purplle.com/brand/livon" target="_blank">Livon</a>, <a href="https://g.co/kgs/eUmkDw" target="_blank">Wonderworld waterpark</a>, <a href="https://g.co/kgs/LgfSQ1" target="_blank">Esplanade One Mall</a>, <a href="https://g.co/kgs/oXySC2" target="_blank">Red Bull</a>, etc. She also worked for a jewelry brand called <a href="https://instagram.com/khimjijewellersofficial?utm_medium=copy_link" target="_blank">Khimji</a>. Several salons like H plus, Studio 11, and studio 49 have also hired her for promotion. She also got felicitated by <a href="https://g.co/kgs/uWnJqk">Arundhati Jewellers</a> for her achievement in blogging. Anuska has also worked on an Odia music video which has more than 7 lakh views as of now.</p><p><br></p><p>When asked about how social media is helping aspiring bloggers these days she mentioned that it is giving them a really good boost and exposure. They are getting a platform to showcase their talent directly to the audience without any 3rd party hindrance. Social media is also helping in spreading awareness.</p><p><br></p><p>She has faced a lot of discrimination and prejudice being a woman from the society she belongs to. She relates to women's empowerment a lot and aims to work for the cause in the future. As she has experienced personally that boys get a lot more support and privilege than girls which is really sad as both of them have equal capability to achieve anything.</p><p><br></p><p>Blogging has made me more confident and positive. I know how to speak for myself and take a stand when I find something wrong. It helped me voice my opinion and views. I have learned to handle criticism and trolls via this medium. As earlier I was kind of a Nerd and did not use to talk much but now I am very outgoing and confident.</p><p><br></p><p>Read: <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/from-being-an-introvert-to-an-extrovert-an-unique-journey-to-remember" target="_blank">From Being an Introvert To an Extrovert, An Unique Journey To Remember.</a></p>

A Multi-Talented Woman Who Achieved Success in a Very Short Time Span

<p>Tenzin Choedhen from Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh never thought that after the completion of his studies, his life will be taking a drastic turn. He always keeps himself motivated for everything he is going to face in life and learning from it. Taking this positive energy ahead he has been in this industry for the past one and half years.</p><p><br></p><p>He is from a very simple family, where his mother is headmistress of a school and his father an accountant. Tenzin was nowhere linked to the fashion industry before. He never knew that he would be part of this industry in the future. In the teenage years of his school life, he was quite taller.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>“When I was in class 10<sup>th</sup>, I was getting taller and taller. So everybody used to say that my height is not an average height, it is much more than that. ‘You should try modeling’ they started saying on a usual basis. I am 6’3ft.”</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Though initially, Tenzin was more into sports, mainly basketball. He was not very serious about the idea of being a model or doing modeling. He wanted to go ahead with basketball playing and had different plans. But no one can be ahead of destiny. It was the same with Tenzin.</p><p><br></p><p>He completed his graduation in physical education. A year and a half ago, he started gaining confidence as he was regular with his workout and maintaining himself. So he indulged himself with<a href="https://www.instagram.com/ninjasmodels/"> NINJAS MODELS</a> agency to startup with his passion and career in modeling.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>“I was quite confident at that time. My physique was good and the looks I believe were okay for modeling. So I thought of giving it a try.”</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>He gave a shot to his budding passion for modeling and smoothly went through. Though in the tenure of one and half years, he worked with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/infosys/">INFOSYS</a> in Delhi and did a photoshoot with photographer Varun Chauhan. He was selected and signed his contract with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/supamodelmanagement/">SUPA MODEL MANAGEMENT</a> in the United Kingdom and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/onemanagement/">ONE MANAGEMENT</a> in the USA.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>“It is best feeling for me that in such small tenure, my hard work pays off. I got selected for two big modeling agency and I am looking forward to working with them.”</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Tenzin is not currently working anywhere, his family has been always supportive and motivated him from the beginning. They were also financially supportive of him. In the initial stage of modeling, he used to play basketball for different places in his region and used to get paid for that. He then used that money for his initial expenses in this industry.</p><p><br></p><p>Pandemic has been so difficult for him, as there was no income for him and he was dependent on his parents. Though they have been always with him.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>“It was quite disheartening for me at that time. I canceled much of my work due to the pandemic and I was not able to go anywhere for income. My family never complains about that, but it was quite sad for me.”</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Talking about rejections and struggles, like everyone, Tenzin too faced it. He gave many auditions and faced rejections too. Though he never gave up.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>“I never give up. My main motive is to keep myself motivated always. I am like that from the beginning. It keeps me going ahead.”</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Along with modeling Tenzin loves to play basketball. His initial life before becoming a model revolved around playing basketball. Though he still plays basketball. He also loves to do swimming and traveling to new places, meeting new people, and exploring nature.</p><p><br></p><p>Taking small steps day by day and keeping himself motivated, model Tenzin Choedhen is rising every day.</p><p><br></p><p>Read: <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/key-to-this-industry-is-patience-vishnu-malhotra">“Key To This Industry Is Patience”, Vishnu Malhotra</a></p>

“My Motive is to keep Myself Motivated”, Tenzin Choedhen

<p>We all talk about women's empowerment on a day-to-day basis but how many of us actually try to empower them? We see married women giving up on their careers quite often. But, today we interviewed a woman who is empowering herself with the help of her family. Meet Amaani Satrala, from the small town Derabassi in Punjab. She has carved out a niche in the fashion industry with her passion and dedication. Having faced a lot of rejection and criticism from the people, she never lost hope and stood true to her dreams. Sharing a lot about her modeling career, Amaani says,</p>
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<p>Talking about her initial journey, Amaani told that after doing her MBA, she got married and shifted to Mumbai with her husband. The idea of modeling always fascinated her. Amaani's husband is also an actor and has his own production company. So when she used to visit the shoot location of her husband, she used to enjoy it. Later, she started getting offers as a casting director noticed her vibrant personality. But her family had objections. Adding to which, she says,</p>
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<p><strong>"I did an inter-caste marriage and being a Sikh Jatt, my family was not so happy and did not support us for marriage. Gradually, everything is sorted between our families. But when I started modeling they had objections. They also asked me whether I married him just because I wanted to get into modeling. My friend also thought the same. To be honest, this was not the case. I got offers organically, so I did not deny it. You always plan different things but God has some other plans for you."</strong></p>
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<p>Amaani started her career by playing the role of a cop in the most famous crime thriller television show "C.I.D".&nbsp; The first episode of that show was not less than a shock to her family. She later continued to follow her passion and did a lot of shows, shoots, and even movies. She has worked with many well designers from the industry like Manish Malhotra, Sabyasachi, and many more. Her debut movie was '<em>karle pyaar karle' </em>directed by Suneel Darshan. Amaani revealed that she will soon appear in Rohit Shetty's upcoming movie. Though her role is short but is quite impactful and she has expectations from it.</p>
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<p><br></p><p>Amaani also did an advertisement for the jewelry brand '<a href="https://www.instagram.com/kalyanjewellers_official/" target="_blank">Kalyan Jewelers</a>' opposite superstar Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bachchan. She feels lucky to have worked with such a legendary actor. So sharing her experience of working with him, Amaani tells,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"I noticed that Amitabh Sir has more energy than us. He was so energetic during the shoot, we use to feel tired at times but he comes to set in such a way that it brings positive vibes. The biggest thing was when director introduced us, he was the most down earth person. When he met me he greeted with 'Namaskar srimati ji' in his own way. I felt so good and shocked. He gave the equal treatment to everyone and made us feel so comfortable."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Dealing with rejections and criticism, Amaani mentioned that she has faced a lot of them. She did not take it very seriously but tried to improve herself. Also, she kept working hard and moving ahead. Her husband has been a pillar of support and pushed her to do better each day. Amaani is very grateful to her husband for believing in her.</p><p><br></p><p>Amaani is now a mother of a 4-month-old baby girl named Rehmat Kaur Satrala. She will be getting back to work and concentrating on her career from September. She has been getting quite a few calls from shoots and all. Elaborating she says,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"My husband has supported me throughout and I am sure he will keep on supporting me. Whenever I go for a shoot, I will make sure someone close and familiar is there to look after my child. Even if I have to go early morning. I am not resuming it now just because I do not want anyone to raise fingures on me as I am not giving my 100 percent on shoots. I am waiting for my child to grow a little so that she does not have any problem with that."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Sharing her fitness mantra, Amaani told that she is very strict with her workout. Irrespective of which field you work in one should stay fit. Although for her being a fashion model it is very important for her.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"During the lockdown aswell I use to take out at least one hour from my strict routine for working out. I stay away from junk food and stay hydrated. I follow a proper diet and even I used to go for shows I carried my own food. If you keep on having cheat days then there is no way you can stay fit."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>Read: <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/meet-ritesh-paving-his-path-to-reach-heights-in-the-entertainment-industry" target="_blank">Meet Ritesh, paving his path to reach heights in the entertainment industry</a><br></strong></p>

Amaani Satrala Giving Everyone Major Career Goals

<p><strong>From Being an Introvert To an Extrovert, An Unique Journey To Remember</strong></p>
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<p>Ashish Chopra is the 1st runner-up of <a href="https://instagram.com/mrgayindiaofficial?utm_medium=copy_link" target="_blank">Mr. Gay India</a> 2018. He works as an HR in Amazon and besides that, does modeling as a side hustle. The journey in itself began in 2018 when he wanted to participate for<a href="https://instagram.com/mrgayindiaofficial?utm_medium=copy_link" target="_blank"> Mr. Gay India</a>. But as the finances for the pageant were a little high it was difficult for him to participate. But his colleagues arranged money and encouraged him to go forward with the competition. After that, a lot of newspapers started covering his story and he received much limelight through it. He was also there in an <a href="https://instagram.com/mtvindia?utm_medium=copy_link" target="_blank">MTV show</a> called Elevator Pitch which was a quick dating show. Ashish also has a very small guest appearance in <a href="https://g.co/kgs/yZE98D" target="_blank">Made In Heaven season 2.</a></p>
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<p><strong>My dad did not like my sexuality being known to everyone. When there were newspaper articles on my coming-out story and my journey, he didn't like it at all. He was like why do I want to expose my private life out loud into the world. He was not comfortable with it. I and my father do not really talk about my sexuality, he knows about it but we do not have a conversation about it at all.</strong></p>
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<p>He has not any kind of constructive criticism as such but rather all criticism has been because of the beauty standards that society has set for people.</p>
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<p><strong>I don't think models have to be 6 feet tall or super muscular every time. All these standards set by society sometimes become a big hindrance in our path. I don't want to see how a particular piece of cloth will look at a well-built, muscular model but rather I would like to see how it would look at common people like us. Due to all these assigned beauty standards, a lot of people do not get the opportunity that they deserve.</strong></p>
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<p>Talking about his own brand that he started, which is called as <a href="https://instagram.com/beunic_india?utm_medium=copy_link">BeUnic.</a> It is an online marketplace for LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs. In <a href="https://instagram.com/beunic_india?utm_medium=copy_link">BeUnic,</a> they do not have any kind of beauty standards when they search for a model. They assign a model irrespective of their color, height, sexuality, body weight, etc. All they need to do is be confident in front of the camera.</p>
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<p>Ashish used to feel very dejected and demotivated when people rejected him because of these beauty standards in their heads in which he did not fit in. That made him really sad.</p>
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<p><strong>I thought about going to the gym and work on myself to fit into those beauty standards. But then I realized that maybe I should not as I am comfortable with my body type. Rather it is more important to change people's perception than changing myself, that is more important according to me.</strong></p>
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<p>Some people used to ask Ashish that if he is transgender. That was highly concerning for him, as even in this 21st century people are not properly aware of the LGBTQ+ community. So he tried to help people understand the difference and people started supporting him. He personally has never faced any sort of discrimination because of what he identified himself as. After getting into a conversation and making people understand all of them were quite supportive.</p>
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<p><br></p><p>Discrimination, according to him, is not getting equal treatment and opportunities as others. Specifically due to something which no one has control over like height, color, or sexual preference.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>During the pageant, I was a very introverted person. So, it was quite scary for me as I always thought that maybe I am not good enough for this platform. I never have walked on a ramp or performed in front of 100 people. Additionally, there were also a lot of celebrities which made me more nervous. So it was a bit intimidating for me. I could not be myself because I was very scared and nervous. But after I got the second position, everything changed completely for me. I became more confident and extroverted.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>He is very inspired by <a href="https://instagram.com/sushantdivgikr?utm_medium=copy_link" target="_blank">Sushant Divgikr</a>. He is a person whom Ashish looks up to. Sushant Digikar represented India in Mr. Gay World 2014 and won various special awards there. He also looks up to the director and writer <a href="https://g.co/kgs/YYAFQm" target="_blank">Faraz Arif Ansari.</a></p><p><br></p><p>He really hates it when in India, LGBTQ+ people do not receive protection from any form of discrimination. When these people are unfairly fired, denied housing, or be turned away from public spaces because of who they identify themselves as. All these things really boil his blood when LGBTQ+ people are denied basic necessities and opportunities that they deserve.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>I believe that all these laws are made by heterosexual people in power. That is why it is important for people from our community to get into politics. Representation from our community is really bad starting from politics to media. It should grow and we need to get more opportunities and exposure. Although the queer representation in movies is slowly changing, still a lot of changes are the need of the hour.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>According to Ashish, social media is changing the conversation now. People are getting more aware of body positivity and how much it is important to love your own body type. People are also getting educated about various social issues, things are being sensitized now. Although, if a fat person posts a shirtless picture then they are getting a lot of hate comments which might affect their mental stability but at least the conversation is starting now. People are being aware of how wrong body shaming is.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Modeling has made me a lot more confident and happier. It also helped me to voice my opinion as well as get rid of my shyness. I changed completely as a person after stepping into Mr. Gay India. I believe that people should stop doubting themselves. Everyone is beautiful in their own way. Everyone is amazing the way they are.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>Credits: <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/prajyoti-is-a-self-taught-artist-who-made-her-way-into-the-industry-all-on-her-own" target="_blank">Prajyoti Is a Self Taught Artist Who Made Her Way Into The Industry All on Her Own</a><br></strong></p>

From Being an Introvert To an Extrovert, An Unique Journey To Remember

<p>As we know today our youth is trying to break societal norms with their talents and passions. They are doing what they want irrespective of what society thinks. Meet young and inspiring Mayuri Mahagaonkar, a makeup artist leaving no stone unturned to follow her passion and do what she loves the most. Her determination towards her passion is what makes her stand out from other people. Realizing the facts, where is going wrong without blaming others makes her a hard-working person. We recently scrolled through social media and stumbled upon Mayuri's Instagram account and were intrigued to know more about it. Therefore, we interviewed her about her journey so far. So without wasting any further time let's just dive into what she shared.</p>
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<p><strong>&nbsp;"I never liked doing makeup or anything when I was in class 10th. I had no interest. So 2 years back at my sister's wedding I did my own makeup. The guests asked that from where did I got my makeup done. They appreciated me when I told them that I did it on my own. And then I thought to myself that this is something creative. This is something that I want to do. Therefore, I chose makeup as my career."</strong></p>
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<p>Mayuri is a certified makeup artist and a nail technician. She has started her career as a makeup artist just before the pandemic had hit the world. Many people in the world lost their golden opportunities and time due to the pandemic, so did Mayuri. But not losing hope she bounced back and is doing things with more determination and dedication. Talking about the hurdles she faced when she started her career, she says,</p>
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<p><strong>"It is one of my experience and I would always want to share. I was beginner, I did not know how to go about it and how to approach people. You can say I was very raw. I got my first bride, they expected me to do makeup like <a href="https://www.instagram.com/parulgargmakeup/">Parul Garg</a>. They showed me her brides pictures. I charged 15000 and they were like no no I can not give this much. However I told them to rethink, as I was giving them 4 makeup looks in minimal amount.</strong></p>
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<p><strong>Also, I was using quality products and everything. The next morning I received a text saying 'my family did not like your makeup, you are not very good enough'. That was very demotivating as it was my initial stage. It affects the beginner. When negativity starts coming you feel demotivated."</strong></p>
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<p>Mayuri evolved in her makeup artist career by doing freelancing and collaborations. She started building her contacts with photographers and models as well. She built her Instagram account by posting pictures of her clients.</p>
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<p>When asked how supportive was her family, she told initially they were not very supportive and were a little skeptical about this career. As in her entire family, no one has chosen any such career path. Although, she convinced them by stating how much she liked doing creative stuff and is not at all up for doing a job. Her grandmother was quite supportive of her decision and stood beside her through thick and thin. Also, she provided her with all the funding she needed for buying better-quality products.</p>
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<p><strong>"Now my parents have understood about the industry. They are convinced that this industry too has a lot of scope in the future."</strong></p>
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<p>Mayuri mentioned that she is facing difficulties in finding people and doing marketing. Also, accepted that she might be missing out in something. People are yet to recognize her as a makeup artist and start approaching.</p>
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<p>On asking, how did manage an instance when a client did not like the look she created. She replied that she has been lucky in this case. Also, she puts in a lot of effort in creating the look. Mayuri gives a free trial first to her clients prior to their special day, so the clients should be satisfied. This quality of hers surely stands apart from a lot of others. While discussing the quality of products, how important are those she says,</p>
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<p><strong>"The quality of a product is very important specially for a bride. The camera lens is HD these days, therefore every minute detail is visible. Of course with your naked eyes you can figure it out. The prepping of the skin is very important. Also, the clients should be happy and it be worth the money."</strong></p>
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<p><br></p><p>Handling the pressure before doing any makeup for a bride, Mayuri told that she creates a friendly environment around her. She talks to her clients and calms them down first.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"The bonding with your client is important. When you are doing makeup on your friends you are very calm and you know nothing is going to go wrong. Even if it goes wrong they are going to understand. So that's why I become friendly with clients. Then that is how I calm myself down. I know how their nature is and everything."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Sharing her future plans, Mayuri revealed that 10 years down the line she would start her own makeup line just like<a href="https://www.instagram.com/hudabeautyshop/"> Huda Beauty</a>, Bobby Brown and etc. Moreover, if she ever gets a chance to work in the entertainment industry she would love to work. Following her own passion and dreaming big, Mayuri feels empowered and independent. Also, she is very grateful to her family who has never stopped her from achieving her dreams.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"I feel bad for the girls who are juggling between their dreams and family. It is very easy for me to tell them to fight for yourself and leave everything. Imagining myself in their shoes, I can realise the&nbsp; struggles they must be going through. But I hope if anyone is facing this kind of situation then I would say they should stand for themselves."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>In the end, apart from makeup, Mayuri is an avid reader. Recently, she developed her interest in knowing more about spirituality aswell.</p><p><br></p><p>Read: <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/prajyoti-is-a-self-taught-artist-who-made-her-way-into-the-industry-all-on-her-own" target="_blank">Prajyoti Is a Self Taught Artist Who Made Her Way Into The Industry All on Her Own</a></p>

Makeup Artist Mayuri, empowering the youth to follow their passion wholeheartedly

<p><strong>Meet Ritesh, paving his path to reach heights in the entertainment industry</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Coming from a defense background, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ritesh_raawat/" target="_blank">Ritesh Rawat</a> earlier chose to serve the nation and later followed his heart. Ritesh in his 20s was in Airforce. Later he switched to modeling and acting to follow his passion. He is paving his path to get into acting and leave a mark with his charm and talent. Ritesh is an opinionated person and stays true to himself and feels hard work is the only way to be successful in life. Let us know more about him.</p><p><br></p><p>Ritesh started his modeling career in Pune with an academy. Since his childhood, everyone used to tell him that he has good looks and can try modeling. The thought remained in his mind and evolved.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"If you try for something you definitely get into something. So the thought struck my mind once. That seed was slowly growing into a tree and now I am getting the fruits. I am doing good shows now."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Ritesh apart from modeling, is also a gold medalist in Boxing. He loves horse riding and is an avid swimmer. He also is a fitness freak.</p><p><br></p><p>Being in the industry for the past 4 years, Ritesh has faced criticism about his dusky skin tone. In every casting call, he went for, people hesitated to caste him. Elaborating he said that the industry has now changed.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"Indian mentality is like they want fair skin tone. But it is changing, they are understanding that. Now, most of the famous celebrities are dusky, so they know that. Men do face this sort of criticism and it is not new. Because there are people from Haryana and Rajasthan as well. Earlier the modeling industry was tough. But now it is different. The dusky complexion of mine is making me stand out. I accepted that criticism and took it in a positive manner."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Ritesh is more inclined towards acting and modeling just is a stepping stone for him. Recently, he was shortlisted for a Gujrati web series and would start working on it in September. He has a keen interest in the South's entertainment industry as well. Praising the industry, he says,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"I love the south industry because they are a bit different and they are also producing good quality movies. Also, they accept the reality. I am looking forward to work in the industry. Many well-known stars are from the South, for example Sonu Sood. I admire him a lot. He is kind of an idol for me."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Ritesh is creating his own way to reach certain heights and is consistent with his efforts. Talking about the hurdles he faced coming from a defense background and then joining the modeling industry, he mentioned,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"Like for every newcomer, it is very difficult. Your good height, good body, good looks do not matter at that time. There are many people with the same qualities. What matters the most is your attitude. Your work can only make you succeed. So, once what happened was that there was an audition and I was practicing. For that only the person who selecting saw me because of my attitude he selected me. It is not like I am praising myself but that attitude of working hard makes me stand out."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>In the initial days of his career, he was totally unaware of how the industry works. Due to which he faced a lot of rejections. He did not know whom to meet and go.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"It was very difficult for me as a newcomer but now I am completely familiar with it. Now I am getting good work opportunities and I feel blessed."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Ritesh builds his contacts through a photographer as he had his portfolio. He used to mail his portfolio and ask production houses for work opportunities. He met a lot of people in that journey of starting out.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"Eventually, hard work pays off and you get what you really want"</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>According to Ritesh, maintaining what you achieved in the industry throughout is the biggest challenge on the face. Considering the competition in the industry, it is very important. Otherwise, people adjust to any conditions.</p><p><br></p>
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<p><br></p><p>When asked about the financial instability of the modeling industry and what Ritesh does to overcome it, he said he trains people in fitness. Also, several sources of income are very necessary, adding to which he says,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"You can not put all your eggs in just one basket. So you have to juggle a lot of things side by side. But the focus is very important. You need to focus on just one thing and whenever you have time, do things which you like. Do things in which you have the knowledge and do not drain all your energy. So that you don't divert yourself with your aim."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>In the end, Ritesh's take on the recent controversy of <a href="https://www.india.com/lifestyle/sabyasachi-x-hm-what-is-the-whole-outrage-how-it-exposes-cancel-culture-and-fast-fashion-4892361/" target="_blank">Sabyasachi and H&amp;M</a> where they were called out for labor exploitation was,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"I did not like it at all. Just to show the contrast between them is not good. If they are showing that background, I think they are capitalizing on their situation whatever they are facing in order to stand out. So I don't think they should have done that. Also, I support the media outrage. I have no idea what was the reason why they did that. It could be a publicity stunt but ethically it is not good. If it was art photography, then it was acceptable but in order to make your brand, a bit odd from the league is not worth it."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>Read: <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/prajyoti-is-a-self-taught-artist-who-made-her-way-into-the-industry-all-on-her-own" target="_blank">Prajyoti Is a Self Taught Artist Who Made Her Way Into The Industry All on Her Own</a><br></strong></p>

Meet Ritesh, paving his path to reach heights in the entertainment industry

<p>‘Food’, the word itself describes happiness, love, and tastiness. Hardly anyone can resist themselves after hearing this word! Some love to eat, cook and feed others and some love to explore different cuisines. Food blogging has always been the trend over the decades. Ankit Sharma, a food blogger from Delhi has also been a part of this delicious trend for the past 4 years, making his social media feed, mouth-watering with each passing day.</p><p><br></p><p>Though, being born and brought up in Delhi, his roots are from Himachal Pradesh and Punjab. His inclining towards food is quite natural as his maternal grandfather was a confectioner in Amritsar. It is about a seventy to eighty years old shop.</p><p><br></p><p>The story behind his blogging journey somewhere ignited when he used to watch chef Sanjeev Kapoor’s show and also Zaika India Ka on<a href="https://www.instagram.com/ndtv/" target="_blank"> NDTV</a> back in 2011, where they used to explore places for different types of food.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>“When I used to watch Zaika India Ka, the way they used to travel place to place in search of good food from streets to restaurants. Knowing about their cuisine or the legacy of their specific dishes or shop. That used to be most exciting for me.”</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Ankit always wanted to do something like that back then. But like many Indian families, Ankit’s family was not being supportive. They wanted him to do a job which has a good income and security.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>“After sharing my idea of being a blogger, they simply ignored me and were least bothered about what I want. In 2015 blogging was getting popular day by day. So many people were doing blogging and Youtube. I made my food blogging page back in January 2017.”</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p>
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<p><br></p><p>Initially, it was difficult for Ankit, he was not that good at clicking pictures of food. Also, he was a newbie without any idea and support. He simply used to post daily food pictures and trivia. He got his kick start from the picture he clicked in Hunar Haat which takes place every year in Delhi.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>“I posted a picture of simple masala dosa on my Instagram feed. People liked it and my journey began. From there I never stopped and never looked back.”</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Even after this, his parents were not supportive, seeing his passion which started paying off eventually convinced them. This started when Ankit started getting calls from food brands and companies for collaboration. One of his big-brand collaborations was with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/pizzahut_india/" target="_blank">Pizza Hut</a> in 2018.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>“I got a call from them regarding a collab. I was not even aware that they will be paying me a good amount as well. It was a very awesome experience for me. And, my family is also happy now with my blogging.”</strong></p><p><br></p>
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<p><br></p><p>He is very fond of Indian street food. From <em>Chole-Bhature</em> to <em>Matar-Kulche</em> and many more. In the tenure of four years, he visited Mumbai, Gujarat, and Indore. He tasted many types of street food in these places.<em> Misal-Pao</em>, <em>Vada-Pao</em> in Mumbai. Dishes with the hint of sweetness in the cuisines of Gujarat and Indore like <em>Dal-Bafla</em>, <em>Khakra</em>, and many more. Talking about over-sea cuisines, he is more Italian.</p><p><br></p><p>When it comes to inspiration apart from Chef <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sanjeevkapoor/" target="_blank">Sanjeev Kapoor</a> for Ankit, Chef <a href="https://www.instagram.com/vikaskhannagroup/" target="_blank">Vikas Khanna</a> inspires him for the creativity of food. Along with him Chef <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ranveer.brar/">Ranveer Brar</a>, for the way he describes every item while cooking. And Chef <a href="https://www.instagram.com/chefkunal/" target="_blank">Kunal Kapoor</a> for his deep-down humble nature. Chef Vikas Khanna, being his favorite chef, Ankit also wants to visit his restaurant Junoon in New York.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>“I already met them once. It was a dream come true moment for me. If I get a chance, I will surely work and collab with them.”</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p>
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<p><br></p><p>Apart from food blogging, Ankit works as an IT Consultant in the company NTT DATA. He is also a Tech lover, loves to know about new gadgets and kinds of stuff. He also loves to read books about mythology and literature. Along with that he also loves to do photography and gaming.</p><p><br></p><p>Alfredo pasta, Manchurian, Tehri are delicacies he loves cooking. Hailing from Delhi, Ankit gives us some food recommendations for the folks in Delhi! Read on, if you are in Delhi or are visiting it soon!</p><p><br></p><ol><li>Nand di Hatti best Chole Bhature, Sadar Bazar, New Delhi.</li><li><br></li><li>Qureshi Ke Kebab, Old Delhi, Jama Masjid.</li><li><br></li><li>Shahi Dahi Bhalle for best Dahi Bhalle in Sarojini Nagar.</li><li><br></li><li>Sana-di-ge for the best seafood and coastal cuisine in Malcha Marg, New Delhi.</li><li><br></li></ol><p>Completing enumerable cuisines every day in the vast culture of India, he keeps going on and making his feed worth drooling day by day.</p><p><br></p><p>Read: <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/a-photographer-portraying-his-art-through-the-clicks" target="_blank">A Photographer Portraying His Art Through The Clicks</a></p>

“Food Is An Integral Part Of Creating Bonds”, Ankit Sharma

<p>Miss Prajyoti Mishra is a content creator, actor, make-up artist as well as a journalist. She is a blend of all artistic qualities. Starting from content creation to acting in music videos she has left no page unturned. She believes that she has the capability to have a very successful career in this industry. Prajyoti wants to do content creation all her life because that is something that brings happiness to her. Formerly she worked as a journalist in <a href="https://instagram.com/bbsrreporters?utm_medium=copy_link" target="_blank">BBSR Reporters</a> but later she left the job and started doing full-time content creation and acting.</p><p><br></p><p>She is a self-taught artist. She has learned everything on her own, nobody was ever there to guide her. From her childhood itself, she had a keen interest in make-up and acting. Prajyoti Mishra used to watch a lot of videos on youtube and learn from them. Her parents are extremely supportive of the career path she has chosen for herself.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Outwardly, my parents never say anything, but I know that they are proud of me. They never have stopped me from doing anything, Rather they used to motivate and push me into doing this. I feel very privileged to get such supportive parents who not only understand my career path but also motivate me to achieve every dream. Now, when people know me by my work and I am earning out of it, they proudly tell everyone that this is my work. I feel very blessed to have them.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Prajyoti's father has been the biggest support system for her. He always inspires Prajyoti with his kind and motivating words. There was a time when people made fun of Prajyoti, made memes, and all that really made her sad. But her dad told her that these comments and trolls will keep coming her way in this industry but she needs to keep going ignoring all of them. Her dad further added that If she starts paying attention to all these comments then she can never grow.</p><p><br></p>
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<p><br></p><p>She has worked with a lot of brands like <a href="https://www.purplle.com/" target="_blank">Purple</a>, <a href="https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Godrej_Consumer_Products#:~:text=Its%20brands%20include%20'Cinthol'%2C,and%20'Ezee'%20liquid%20detergent" target="_blank">Godrej</a>, etc. She has also got many opportunities to work with various jewelry brands like <a href="https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tanishq" target="_blank">Tanishq</a>, <a href="https://www.malabargoldanddiamonds.com/">Malabar</a>, and <a href="https://instagram.com/khimjijewellersofficial?utm_medium=copy_link" target="_blank">Khimji</a>. Prajyoti also worked with <a href="https://www.drsheths.com/collections/all?cmp_id=14338025012&amp;adg_id=125781391083&amp;kwd=dr%20seth&amp;device=m&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjwjo2JBhCRARIsAFG667U-GTWjKyYA-GsZQ2rQmpBndUA46nfpovSBK9W6NPRJD5-XVHTxmkkaAsjWEALw_wcB" target="_blank">Dr. Seth</a>. Currently, she is also going to work with <a href="https://mamaearth.in/" target="_blank">Mamaearth</a>. In acting, she has been a part of 4 Odia music videos and one of her movies will release very soon.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>My favorite work among all the stuff I do has to be content creation. I totally love doing it. And, normally I am not a person who likes going out. Through content creation, I just need to sit at home and work, which is very suitable for me. I enjoy creating content for my audience. Besides this, I am also a content writer, as I am a journalist I do freelance content writing as well.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Her hobbies are dancing, singing and painting. These are something she likes doing in her free time. No matter if she is good at it or not, those hobbies just bring a lot of happiness and peace to her. Being a creative person she loves learning and manifesting every creative work. She always keeps herself engaged in something or the other.</p><p><br></p><p>It was difficult for her to face criticism. It used to completely demotivate her, adding to which Prajyoti said that</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Initially, it was difficult for me to face criticism as I get affected very easily. I get really sad when I do not get appreciated for my work. But, then my dad said that I always need to do what brings me happiness. People are there to talk, but I need to figure out what I want to do in life and work hard to achieve it. No matter how many hurdles come my way. Till the time I am not hurting anyone, I will keep doing what I love to do, ignoring all the trolls that hinder my path. If there is constructive criticism then I take it and try to improve. I believe that constructive criticism is important for growth.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Prajyoti has faced body shaming in the acting line. People used to hire her for her looks but then rejected her just because she was 67kgs. Although she was very comfortable with her weight still she faced rejection because of that. It really was sad and stressful for her as she believed that her weight should not define her capabilities but still, it did. So she went through a weight loss process and now those people who rejected her for her weight are coming and offering her work.</p><p><br></p>
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<p><br></p><p><strong>I do not run behind views and likes. I keep doing my work and the rest I believe will fall on its own if I do good work. Views and all depend on the algorithm of Instagram which I cannot change. That is why I keep doing my work and always learn something new every day. But if at all sometimes I feel bad then I just sleep through it. After I wake up, I feel relaxed and then again start working.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>She believes that women are still not getting the required amount of respect and freedom that they deserve. So in the future, she wants to work for women's empowerment where she can spread awareness and educate people that how important it is to give equal freedom to women as men.</p><p><br></p><p>Content creation and acting have given her the required amount of limelight that she always wanted. She feels a lot of satisfaction for all the work she does. It also has helped her to improve her creativity as every day she learns something and pushes herself hard to create content. Due to her work, she believes she can improve every day. She believes in the quote, "Waqt se pehele aur kismat se jyada kisiko kuch nehi milta"(more than luck, and ahead of the time nobody can achieve anything).</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Read: </strong><a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/you-have-to-be-very-focused-and-regular-when-you-are-a-make-up-artist-avantika" target="_blank"><strong>“You have to be very focused and regular when you are a make-up artist”- Avantika</strong></a></p>

Prajyoti Is a Self Taught Artist Who Made Her Way Into The Industry All on Her Own

<p>Make-up found Avantika, more than she did. Avantika stumbled upon make-up and now she is obsessed with it. She started as a fashion blogger and later came into make-up. Earlier, whenever she goes out for an event, people used to compliment her for her makeup and style. They always suggested she make tutorial videos for make-up. Even some photographers used to offer her to hire them to photograph her.</p><p><br></p><p>Once<a href="https://instagram.com/thesassthing_?utm_medium=copy_link" target="_blank"> Soumya Gupta</a> on Instagram did a giveaway contest. So the rules were to use only 3 makeup products and create a look, in which Avantika participated and also won it. That particular thing really boosted her confidence. People started recognizing her and motivated her to do more of those videos. Everyone really loved and appreciated her work. Big creators started approaching her to do their makeup. That is when she realized that maybe she can pursue this as a career and start doing more of such videos on her Instagram page.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Earlier I did not have a good phone. So whatever look I used to create the camera just ruined it. The quality of the picture was not good at all. The looks I used to create comes out completely different on that phone, which really disheartened me. I always felt that the phone never gave justice to the amount of hard work I put into a particular look.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>She started creating make-up videos last year only. Earlier when she was into fashion her pictures used to do really well. Those pictures got a good amount of reach as compared to the make-up videos. Although her videos currently do not get the required amount of likes and views, she still loves doing it and will continue doing so. As that is something she enjoys doing and that brings her a lot of happiness, so she does not care about views and likes anymore.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>I get my inspiration from <a href="https://instagram.com/shreyajain26?utm_medium=copy_link">Shreya Jain</a> who is a famous beauty influencer. She is amazing, I really love her work and I am a big fan of her, to be honest. I like how relatable she is with the audience. She makes videos that everyone can practice and also relate to. Her work has a different charm altogether. But I get my inspiration from anyone and everyone. If I see someone do good makeup I try to copy and learn from it. So my inspiration literally comes from everywhere.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>She is currently doing her M.A in English from <a href="https://g.co/kgs/zJ9Kkf" target="_blank">Utkal University</a>. She is very much into literature. Avantika is an avid reader, she loves reading books and also researching different political issues. Besides that she also loves dancing.</p><p><br></p><p>According to her, it is a little difficult to work with an agency than on your own. As working with an agency gets a little restrictive sometimes. As there is no independence under an agency so they have less creative freedom.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>You have to be very focused and regular when you are a makeup artist. Patience is the key according to me. As sometimes if you get impatient and finish quickly, then the entire look will get ruined. I take around 3-4 hours for a particular look and I have to be completely focused or else the output of that look will come something different. It is also very difficult to shorten that 3 hours of hard work to just 30 seconds as you would want everything in it.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>She advised putting on sunscreen every day you go out because that is extremely important for your skin. Secondly, she also mentioned that before you buy a foundation you first need to understand your skin. Realize what it demands, or else you will end up buying the wrong foundation which will eventually not suit the person.&nbsp; According to Avantika, people need to first research properly and choose a makeup product as that is something very important.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>I do not like using a lot of filters. If you see my videos they are very raw, I just like keeping them authentic. But that is just something which I like to do although, I appreciate others who use filters. But I personally just don't like using them. My signature look definitely includes my eyeliner, I love using them and playing different styles with eyeliner. In my old phone, I automatically somehow looked really fair that is why a lot of people used to criticize me saying that I use a lot of filters or I am completely fake.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Her mother is Gorkha Nepali, so Avantika also somehow looks like her mother. But people always passed racist comments on her saying that you are not from India. Some people also tell her that her country is the reason to spread corona although she is from India, she has always faced such nasty discrimination. This angers her a lot.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Being a beauty blogger, rejection is always a part of life. I approach a lot of brands but some are there who just seen zone me or reject me. I mostly do not care about it because I know that there must be something better waiting for me in the future. So, it is all about trying and not giving up. When you enter this industry, you need to make yourself used to all these rejections or else you will end up breaking your heart every time. But I get really anxious when something does not go according to how I planned. I just start crying for some time but later I pull myself up and start working again.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Avantika will love to work with <a href="https://instagram.com/sabyasachiofficial?utm_medium=copy_link" target="_blank">Sabyasachi</a> one day. She appreciates their work a lot and would love to get featured as a model for them. That is a dream which she aims to achieve. She would also love to collaborate with <a href="https://instagram.com/beatsbylizzie?utm_medium=copy_link" target="_blank">Lizzie</a> someday in the future as she really loves her work.</p><p><br></p><p>In the future when she has financial stability she really wants to work for old age people and orphans. It really boils her blood when she sees old people being left alone by their children and are not been taken care of. Her heart melts with sadness when she sees some orphan kids not getting food or bare essentials, which is every kid's right.</p><p><br></p><p>Being a beauty blogger has boosted her confidence a lot. Because 2 to 3 years before. She would not have been even able to do this interview but now she feels very strong and confident because of this industry.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Read: </strong><a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/the-self-taught-photographer-who-always-conveys-a-story-through-his-photography" target="_blank"><strong>The Self-Taught Photographer Who Weaves Story Through His Camera</strong></a></p>

"You have to be very focused and regular when you are a make-up artist"- Avantika

<p><strong>The Self-Taught Photographer Who Weaves Story Through His Camera</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Meet Shaswat who creates magic with his camera. He uses his camera as a tool of exploration and a passport to the inner sanctum. He expresses his views through his images as photography can convey an idea in a very creative and artistic manner. Shaswat got his inspiration from his father who was also a photography lover.</p><p><br></p><p>His father was very passionate about photography. He would take Shaswat with him in all his excursions for photography. He had won 3 international awards and he was also the first person from Odisha to be a fellow member at Royal Photographic Society, London. So all these things growing up influenced Shaswat a lot.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Once in 8th grade when no one was home, I took my father's camera and went to the terrace to click pictures. Although I knew nothing about how it works. I started clicking random pictures and then the camera made some noises. I got scared and then kept back the camera to where it was. Later I learned, that noise was because of the ending of the film in the camera.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>My father after 3 months gave me those 3 pictures and said that out of those 3 pictures one was good but the other two were crap. After that, my father asked me to figure out why those pictures were crap by reading all those thick books we had for photography. And I could not understand anything then but later in my 11th standard, I did.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Although Shaswat was influenced by his father he never held his hand and taught him about everything. He learned everything by himself as that is what his father wanted for Shaswat, to be self-taught. As that method of self-learning will give immense experience via the trial and error method. You get a chance to explore your talent.</p><p><br></p><p>He handles his family business besides photography. But he suggested that one can get financial independence from photography without any outside source. There is a lot of scope in photography currently and whoever wants to pursue can definitely take it as a career option. Besides photography and handling business he also teaches photography. He has around 50 students where he has segregated it batch-wise. Each batch consists of 5 students as he belive that this way he can pay individual attention to each student.</p><p><br></p><p>He is a voracious reader besides being a photographer. Shaswat loves spending his free time with books and is interested in mythology and gardening. He is mostly into philosophy, psychology, and astrophysics.</p><p><br></p><p>He always gives his 100 percent but he does not run behind perfection. Because he believes that once something is perfect then there will be no room for improvement. As human beings, it is difficult for us to reach perfection but we should always keep trying.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>I have certain ideas in mind which I want to execute in the future. As I am into mythology so I want to do a shoot that will be a photographic story, dealing with the epic Mahabharata. Recently, I am also planning to do something related to greek mythology. I will be basically taking excerpts from Odyssey like the Titanomachy and make a photo story out of it.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Shaswat uses photoshops normally for post-processing. Besides that, he also uses a graphic tablet. He has been professionally doing photography for more than 13 years, so he is a pretty experienced hand in his field. His philosophy is to always go with the flow. He does not pressurize himself with future plans. He works with two universities, <a href="https://g.co/kgs/RfHC7d" target="_blank">Sambalpur University</a>, and&nbsp; <a href="https://g.co/kgs/RfHC7d" target="_blank">VSSUT University</a>. Shaswat got an opportunity to work with them in their photography clubs.</p><p><br></p><p>For magazines, he does Boudoir photoshoots. It is basically a photography style featuring intimate, sensual, or erotic images of the models in a studio setting, bedroom, or private setting. It is basically intended for the private enjoyment of the subject. But whenever he posts boudoir photoshoots on his Instagram page he gets a lot of bad comments, people just spew hate without understanding anything. But he has also received some constructive criticism but it was not from Indian people.</p><p><br></p><p>There was very little access to things when he started his career. During shoot films, he needed a macro lens but as it was very costly then. He tried to figure out ways where he can convert a normal lens into a macro lens by using cardboard and different items. The amount of preparation he put for a single shoot was very difficult back then. He used to portray all his photographs in Orkut back then.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Everyone used to love my work. But, there was this one person with whom I connected through <a href="http://www.orkut.com/index.html">Orkut,</a> her name was Lisa. She always criticized my work. I used to feel bad that time but later those criticism helped me a lot. In 2008, she helped to make my first international exhibition. She showcased a series of pictures that I had done of rosebuds in the New York gallery of art. There were a couple of people who also contacted me after seeing those pictures. From one of them, I got my first opportunity to do a boudoir shoot.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>With time he has inculcated a convincing skill in him. He can now easily convince people to shoot and make them understand the importance of it as well. He mainly shoots for two magazines they are <a href="https://instagram.com/boudoirinspiration?utm_medium=copy_link" target="_blank">Boudoir Inspiration</a> and the other one is Xolo.</p><p><br></p><p>According to him the best part of being a photographer is manifesting the thought process that you have for a particular shoot as it is. There is a peaceful satisfaction that comes with it when you manifest your thought into reality. It brings him a lot of joy and satisfaction.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>I always teach my students that whatever you want to bring into picture it should always convey a story. Every photo should have a story behind it. That is how my pictures stand out from the average. As they always have a storyline and a thought process to it.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>And I belive that there should not be a caption to a photograph because every picture will have different perception to it by different people. So restricting it to a caption or idea is not right according to me. A photograph is needed to be open for interpretation.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>He is associated with an NGO in Sambalpur which is called Mass, it basically deals with water problems in both rural and urban areas. He documents all their work as a photographer. Shaswat strongly believes in the idea of water conservation and rightful uses of water as we are not very far away to reach a water crisis. He is also associated with <a href="https://instagram.com/bakul_foundation?utm_medium=copy_link">Bakul Foundation</a> besides that NGO.</p><p><br></p><p>Photography has given Shaswat a sense of principle and discipline. Photography gives him a great deal of satisfaction. It brings him a lot of joy and happiness. When it comes to photography he is very punctual and dedicated. Photography for him is a love affair.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Read: </strong><a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/you-need-to-be-comfortable-in-your-own-skin-and-always-enjoy-your-work" target="_blank"><strong>You need to be comfortable in your own skin and always enjoy your work</strong></a></p>

The Self-Taught Photographer Who Weaves Story Through His Camera

<p><strong>From Being a Small Town Boy to Getting Featured on Vogue, Veer is Trying to Make a Mark For Himself in Fashion World</strong></p><p><br></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/vveeersingh/" target="_blank">Veer Singh</a>, a 23 years old young aspiring model who is trying to build a rock-solid career in the modeling industry. Veer does not shy away from doing hard work. Coming from a small town in Uttar Pradesh, his passion for fashion modeling has made him persistent and diligent. He recently graduated in Architecture and is all set to move abroad for his further studies. Veer would love to take his modeling career to a next level while he is studying in a different country. So let us see how Veer started his modeling career.</p><p><br></p><p>Veer received a suggestion to start modeling while he was on a vacation in Goa. He got fascinated by the idea and contacted <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lubna.adam/?hl=en" target="_blank">Lubna Adam</a> for his first show. Later he got his first fashion show in Delhi for the designer<a href="https://www.instagram.com/kunalrawalofficial/"> Kunal Rawal</a>. Veer did some test shoots for designers <a href="https://www.instagram.com/rohitgandhirahulkhanna/">Rohit Gandhi</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/rohitgandhirahulkhanna/">Rahul Khanna</a> just to get some experience as he was not getting much work. The test shoots which he did were the opening door for him as he got his first show. The show with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/siddartha_tytler/" target="_blank">Siddharth Tytler</a> gave him the best exposure.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"I got good exposure and because of that, I got an opportunity to work with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/shivanandnarresh/">Shivan and Narresh</a>. I was also featured in Vogue later on. Their show was a golden opportunity for me and it turne my life upside down. Then I joined the modeling agency known as <a href="https://www.instagram.com/purplethoughtsind/">Purple Thoughts</a>. But had to leave it due to certain unwanted circumstances.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Currently, Veer is into freelance modeling. When asked how supportive is his family in his decision of modeling, he told that earlier they did not know. He told how he became fluent in English and boosted his confidence in just a few months.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"When my father got to know he told me just to focus on my studies, modeling does not have any scope. As I come from a small town Bulandshahr, he told me that these things are not made for us. I did not know English much so I learned it all by watching web series and movies. I do a lot of reading and try to inculcate words. Earlier I did not have much confidence but now I have started speaking well. Now I became more confident when I came into the fashion industry."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>His career goal is to get admission to a well-known university abroad. Veer wants to pursue his studies either in real estate or interior designing. As mentioned above Veer would continue his modeling as it is his passion alongside his studies.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"I think modeling is not just a part-time job as people say it is. If you want to be a fashion model you have to give your fullest. You just can not sit on a desk and pursue modeling. Working in the architecture sector you need to work sitting in one place which might make a little unhealthy. So you need to take out time to keep yourself fit."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>On facing rejections in the modeling industry, Veer said he faces them a lot of times. Just because of the fear of rejection he even missed a few of the castings. Adding to which he says,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"I use to cry a lot. Then my friend pushed me and said why do you cry just for the casting and try at least. He told me if you get rejected once or twice just don't lose hope, and getting rejected after so many times there will be a time when you will be selected. So I kept on trying and then I got shows."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>According to Veer, the toughest part of being a fashion model is to be real and face the industry. Social media is helping Veer to some gigs for modeling. He says,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"I got my 2-3 gigs from social media only. Social media helps a lot and saves a lot of time. Going to casting and doing all other back-end work so it saves that time. But only if you have a good social media page. Right now have that much reach of my Instagram page. Though I am planning to start influencing as I am searching about it a lot. I did not want to start it without having proper knowledge. Lately, I have been observing and studying how it works."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Veer expressed his desire to work with the well-known designer <a href="http://www.shahabdurazi.in/" target="_blank">Shahab Durazi</a> and American designer <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tomford/" target="_blank">Tom Ford</a>. The impact of modeling in Veer's life is,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"I learned that you don't have to run behind money as you will be exposed to a lot of luxuries being a fashion model. You will get invites to parties and people will admire you just for how you look. But in the end, it will just be on your face. I believe that person needs to be good by their heart, not by their looks."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>Read: <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/you-need-to-be-comfortable-in-your-own-skin-and-always-enjoy-your-work" target="_blank">You need to be comfortable in your own skin and always enjoy your work</a><br></strong></p>

From Being a Small Town Boy to Getting Featured on Vogue, Veer is Trying to Make a Mark For Himself in Fashion World

<p><strong>You need to be comfortable in your own skin and always enjoy your work</strong></p><p><br></p><p>As a society, we are conditioned to think that clear skin with good texture is the only way to look beautiful. That is why Madhusmita had a lot of insecurity during her teenage because of her pimples. She was also mocked by some people for her skin texture. But later with maturity, Madhushmita realizes that every skin type is beautiful and pimples and marks on the face are completely normal. So she did not care much about what society had to say later in her life.</p><p><br></p><p>Madhusmita is a Law student at <a href="https://g.co/kgs/HNX6r2" target="_blank">KIIT University</a>, Bhubaneswar who is in her 5th year currently. Growing up with insecurity about her skin texture she is now influencing people about skincare. She is a content creator and a make-up artist. Her content is mostly about skincare and make-up.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>I was the first person in my class who got acne, which made me feel very conscious about myself. I thought maybe I have some problem with my skin that is why I&nbsp; am the first one. Because back then no one was there to make me understand that acnes are completely normal. So I started using a lot of home remedies and went to different dermatologists to treat my skin. So from that time itself I am into skincare.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Being a content creator is her side hustle, it is something she loves doing. In the future, she will be a Lawyer and simultaneously a content creator as well.</p><p><br></p><p>Her parents are very supportive. Because Madhusmita smartly divides her time for everything like her studies as well as for content creation. So, as long as her studies are not hampered, her parents do not have any problem with her work.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>I love creative make-up looks. So I really like the looks at <a href="https://g.co/kgs/eTqfq1">Met Gala</a> and <a href="https://g.co/kgs/5a9htk">Cannes</a> shows. But my recent favorite is that of <a href="https://instagram.com/kyliejenner?utm_medium=copy_link">Kylie Jenner's</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CSZlv7rlhJw/?utm_medium=copy_link">24k gold make-up look</a>. So that look is something I am obsessing over currently.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Since she is a law student, apart from content creation she loves researching various social issues and writing about them. She likes writing research papers as that brings her a great deal of happiness.</p><p><br></p><p>She mostly has never faced criticism but has faced some hate comments. As she had acne on her face so some people would come to her and taunt her about that. Earlier it used to demotivate her but now she does not really care about it because she believes that those people are not really significant in her life. If 95 percent like her work and just 5 percent of people just come to pull her down. So that should not really affect her because maximum people already love her for her work.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>There are some particular agencies that I like working with. I do not have any permanent contract with any agency neither I am looking for it. So I just get offers from agencies for just a particular campaign. I love working for agencies like <a href="https://instagram.com/oneimpressionco?utm_medium=copy_link">One Impression</a>, <a href="https://instagram.com/opareviews?utm_medium=copy_link">OPA Review</a>, etc.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>According to Madhusmita, the most important quality in a make-up artist is being relevant. Being relevant and relatable is extremely important for a content creator. If your audience does not relate to you then there is no point. Reach and engagement decreases if they do not find relatable content. So, it is necessary for your audience to resonate, and also it is important to be original. Being consistent is also another factor that is a needful quality in a content creator. The biggest challenge in content creation according to Madhusmita is engagement.</p><p><br></p>
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<p><br></p><p><strong>A piece of beauty advice that I would like to give is to wear sunscreen every day. UV rays are very harmful to our skin, it leads to pigmentation, acne, etc. And due to increasing global warming nowadays our skin is more vulnerable to getting affected. So sunscreen provides a protective layer which is very helpful. I always suggest everyone this, as it is extremely important. Every dermatologist I visited, the most common advice they give is to use sunscreens.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>She makes very informative content that will be beneficial for her audience. That is something that makes her different from other creators. She does not run behind trends. She believes that will make your content less informative as you would not get the required time to think. Madhusmita does not believe in fast fashion or fast beauty trends, she does everything at her own pace. She prefers mostly doing IGTV videos where she exhibits as well as reviews all the products. Many people find those videos effective and use the recommended product by Madhusmita which makes her really happy.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>I never pressurize myself to make videos. I believe that whenever I make content I should enjoy the process and that would not happen if I am not in a good mood. So it is better if I take a break and then get back to my game. That will rather give me more fruitful results than running behind doing content every day when I am not mentally present. You need to have a good mental stability to give justice to your work. So if I feel grumpy, stressed, or a little low, I just do not do anything and take time for myself to just rest. As content creation is a fun process, so I do it only when I am in the mood to enjoy it.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Madhusmita suggested that women should avoid using varieties of products. They should also not always trust hyped/trendy beauty products which gets viral on internet. One first needs to understand their skin before buying products. People should always listen to their skin and what it exactly demands rather than using any product without any prior research about it.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>As a content creator, my journey has been a mixture of ups and downs. But I am very grateful to my audience who always hype me up and give me a lot of energy. When someone takes my recommendation it gives me a great amount of joy. I totally love all my loyal audience who are extremely supportive and never leaves a chance to motivate me. Social media is helping content creators like us a lot. It is giving us the opportunity and recognition that we deserve.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>She is very vocal about LGBTQIA+ rights. She also wants to work in the future for body positivity, body hair, etc. where people should learn to love as well as be comfortable in their own skin.</p><p><br></p><p>Content creation and makeup have made her a stronger and better person. Earlier she used to be very shy but now she is extremely confident to put forward her opinion. Content creation just brings a lot of happiness and positivity to her.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Read: </strong><a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/homophobia" target="_blank"><strong>Deeply-Embedded Homophobia Is The Biggest Hindrance For Growth</strong></a><br></p>

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<p><strong>Deeply-Embedded Homophobia Is The Biggest Hindrance For Growth</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Deeply embedded homophobia and transphobia in Indian society always play a big role in the hindrance of LGBTQIA+ individuals to grow in society. People are still being denied the basic rights that they deserve. Those who do not fit in with society's conventional ideas of men and women are often subjected to ridicule, intimidation, and even physical abuse. The bare minimum which everyone can do is to give respect to every kind of human. But they are just selective in that process.</p><p><br></p><p>Meet Ashim Das, who identifies as gay. They are in their 3rd year in<a href="https://g.co/kgs/rWmWbf" target="_blank"> NIFT, Chennai</a> in the knitwear department. Ashim belongs to a small city in Assam called <a href="https://g.co/kgs/T8ypsp" target="_blank">Lumding</a>.&nbsp; They have faced a lot of discrimination and bigotry because of what they identify themselves as. They started their modeling journey in the most unexpected manner. Till their school days, they were never comfortable in front of the camera. They were always shy and reserved. It was after they came to NIFT, Chennai, things changed for them.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>After going to college, there was this one senior who was doing a shoot for her garments. And she wanted me to pose for her. Somehow I agreed to her and posed for her. Strangely those pictures came out really good. So, then I thought that maybe I am good at this and can do more of these.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>They are trying to get some agency for their modeling but have not gotten a good opportunity yet. Hence, they are mostly doing freelancing right now. Their parents are very oblivious to what they do as of now. They are also not aware of their sexuality. As Ashim is not very comfortable sharing about their work or sexuality with their parents as of now.</p><p><br></p>
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<p><br></p><p>Ashim has faced discrimination a lot of time for what their identity and orientation is. As they are very visibly queer, they are always looked down upon whenever walking by the street. There is always an uncomfortable stare which annoys them a lot.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>I was once coming back from Chennai to Assam. So at the TSA, I went to the men's section. The moment I went through that body scanner machine, there was this guy who stepped back and stared at me from up and down. Then he asked me my name and when I said it is Ashim. He looked more confused. He kept on staring at me and then asked that do I belong here. It was weird and awkward for me, it made me very uncomfortable.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Discrimination according to them is something that they expect to get but do not get it. There are certain rights that they deserve but are not available to them. Even the basic freedom they have been denied by society at times. So discrimination arises when you are not treated the way you are supposed to be.&nbsp; Ashim is concerned that discrimination is literally everywhere wherever you go. People from the LGBTQIA+ community are always seen differently, some do not even consider them normal. This behavior in people just infuriated Ashim.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>I find it easy for me to survive in big cities like <a href="https://g.co/kgs/Uo3QH3">Chennai</a> than in<a href="https://g.co/kgs/T8ypsp" target="_blank"> Lumding</a>. My place is very conservative in comparison to <a href="https://g.co/kgs/Uo3QH3">Chennai</a>. In <a href="https://g.co/kgs/Uo3QH3">Chennai</a> mostly people do not care what you do rather they are very supportive. But in <a href="https://g.co/kgs/T8ypsp" target="_blank">Lumding</a> due to a lack of awareness and education, they would not accept me the way I am. Although <a href="https://g.co/kgs/Uo3QH3">Chennai</a> is pretty chill place but it also depends on the area you are in. There are certain places in Chennai as well where we face discrimination and prejudice.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Ashim has never faced constructive criticism as of now in regards to modeling but sometimes people just come to pull them down through social media comments. So, mostly they just ignore them or block them.</p><p><br></p><p>In the dating field, Ashim had faced some rejection. As people do not really accept the way they are. It's hard for someone like them to find a partner who is a very queer presenting person. They have also tried their chance on dating apps like Tinder, Bumble, etc. but they failed to be helpful as well. Although they could find some good friends from those apps but never had a partner to date.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>It boils my blood when I see basic rights being denied to people of my community just because they do not identify themselves as something that society expects them to. That is so sad and disheartening when I see gay couples being beaten up or mistreated at a public place just because they are together. It just completely breaks my heart. The laws in India should improve surely. But before that people need proper education and should learn to normalize homosexuality.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Ashim used to be shy earlier but now when they are in front of the camera they just completely forget about anything around. That is the reason they have never experienced stress or pressure during a shoot as they enjoy doing it. But the toughest part of being a fashion model according to Ashim is trying to stay relevant in this wildly competitive industry. In the future Ashim would like to work under labels and also want to settle abroad at some point. Two reasons they want to go abroad are for exposure and acceptance.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>My favorite quote is by <a href="https://g.co/kgs/NzYYCa">RuPaul Andre Charles</a> who is an American drag queen. It goes like "we're all born naked and rest is drag". which basically means that you are allowed to be whoever you want to be and feel good in your own skin. That quote specifically motivates me a lot.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><span style="color: #333333;"><strong>Modeling has made Ashim accept themselves. As they used to be a very insecure person, so modeling helped in loving who they are. It made them more dynamic and confident. Modeling will always have a great impact on their life as it just changed their perception as well as personality completely. Through modeling, they get to celebrate themselves and show their authentic self to the world. According to Ashim modeling is the best thing that happened to him.</strong></span></p><p><span style="color: #333333;"><strong><br></strong></span></p><p><span style="color: #333333;"><strong>Read: <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/we-need-to-see-modeling-beyond-sexual-orientation" target="_blank">We Need to See Modeling Beyond Sexual Orientation</a><br></strong></span></p>

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<p>There is no such rule that one cannot have more than one passion. The journey of model and blogger, Savar Dhawan quite resembles that.</p><p><br></p><p>After the completion of his B.Sc. from Chandigarh, Punjab, he went on to do a course in interior designing and digital marketing as well. Initially, he was working as an interior designer. But his passion for doing modeling and blogging made him take a different route. He left interior designing and indulged himself in the fashion and blogging industry.</p><p><br></p>
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<p><br></p><p>He did a couple of shoots and shows and has acted in a Punjabi Short Film as well. Currently, he is working as a Digital Marketer with two websites.</p><p>Savar did a ramp show in Jaipur in Vibrant India Fashion Week in 2019.&nbsp; Also, he worked with a couple of designers and is working in collaborations with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mojobox_candid/" target="_blank">MOJO BOX.</a></p><p><br></p>
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<p><br></p><p>Savar also got the chance to know many renowned personalities like Miss India World 2018 <a href="https://www.instagram.com/anukreethy_vas/">Anukreethy Vas</a>, actress <a href="https://www.instagram.com/twinklerkhanna/">Twinkle Khanna</a> and many more. One can never go ahead without rejections in their life. Likewise, Savar also faced much rejection at the time of auditions.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>“I also faced rejection many times. Though I took it positively all time and worked upon myself”</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Although had a great experience walking for the first time on a ramp show, he had his set of struggles. Talking about them, he says,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"The journey was quite long and hectic. I traveled by the bus for the first time. And, when I reached there as well, there was not much facilities was available for models. It was in itself tiring for a first time experience. Though ramp show boosted my energy. I was feeling energetic and proud of myself."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>He always considered himself as his motivator and inspiration. Even in the time of the pandemic, where there was a lack of work, he kept himself motivated. The toughest part in the modeling industry for him was choosing the right people and genuine agency.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>“Once it happened with me, that a company offered me a show. Later on, after cross-checking it, I found it was fake. Thankfully, I was saved.”</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p>
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<p><br></p><p>Apart from being a model and blogger, Savar has also done social work with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/social_squad_ambala/" target="_blank">SOCIAL SQUAD AMBALA LEO CLUB</a> based in Ambala. He was the secretary and later president of this club for a year. He along with this club distributed soaps among the students and staff of Model Town Government school during the pandemic. Dhawan also worked to spread awareness regarding washing hands daily before eating and even after the use of the washroom.</p><p><br></p><p>Also along with this club, he was part of organizing free eye check-up and screening camps for three days in L.S.S.D Girls High School, Ambala in 2018. In 2019, he also was part of the distribution of pollution masks to traffic police of several zones in Ambala on the eve of Dusshera. Further, he is also looking for doing more work and continuing with his modeling and blogging career.</p><p><br></p><p>Model and Blogger, Savar Dhawan showcasing his talent in so many fields, taking small steps each day towards the path of success.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Read: </strong><a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/jasneet-kaur-proves-that-makeup-artistry-needs-no-age" target="_blank"><strong>Jasneet Kaur Proves That Makeup Artistry Needs No Age</strong></a></p>

Journey From Interior Designer to Model And Blogger

<p>To reach heights, you should chase your dreams and work on yourself. Meet the fashion model and actor, Pratyancha Narale who also dreams to do so. Coming from a small town Jawale, Sangola, Pratyancha is trying to make her name in the city of dreams. She has been observing the industry very closely and has a lot of experience in the field of fashion which has made her fall in love with it. Pratyancha feels that being a model is not just about you but also about everyone around you who makes it possible. Therefore, she dreams of becoming a supermodel who represents and understands all the hard work behind the scene. Let us just dive into knowing some about this charming diva.</p><p><br></p><p>Beginning with how Pratyancha came into the industry, growing up she was a shy and introverted person who bounded by what was around her. But found the confidence to showcase her talent through various creative activities. Sharing how developed her interest in modeling, Pratyancha says,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>I would mimic everything I saw on television. I would style myself with everything I could find at my disposal, trying to get the exact look I would see of models. While I did all this alone in my own wonderful world, I was yearning for the world to see it.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>When I moved to Pune for my higher education and started pursuing an art degree at Fergusson College. I was open to all kinds of transformative experiences as Fergusson is a hub of creative activities and I wanted to be a part of all the amazing things student groups were doing. Be it dramas, street plays, dance groups, or any other activities. I so wanted to be a part of it! But my inhibitions and self-doubt held me back.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>Eventually ended up participating in the ramp show after a lot of nervous breakdowns. I did not tell any of my friends. When they saw me walking down the ramp during the college festival, they all got shocked. That shock changed into cheering and started doing what loved more.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Pratyancha's parents were very supportive of her decision to pursue modeling but only after completing her post-graduation. So, Pratyancha did her MBA in Marketing.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"My dad told me that I should complete my education first and then I can do whatever I like to do"</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>After that fashion show in college Pratyancha did not look back. She started to explore the modeling industry more closely. From building her portfolio to walking on the ramp she learned as much as she can. Later after few years, Pratyancha participated in Miss Pune Fresh Face 2012. Her win at the pageant made her believe in herself and boosted her confidence. Then the doors for her opened and she worked with some well-known designers like<a href="https://www.instagram.com/anjumodi/" target="_blank"> Anju Modi</a>, Aditi Somani,<a href="https://www.instagram.com/gabriellademetriades/" target="_blank"> Gabriela Demetriades</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/vikramphadnis/" target="_blank">Vikram Phadnis</a>, and many more. But the turning point in her career was when she represented India in South Korea during the <a href="http://amfoc.org/en/faceofasia2021/" target="_blank">‘Face of Asia</a>’ model festival. Sharing her experience, Pratyancha tells,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>A lot of people were there to judge you and other competitors. So you had to show something which can show that you are different from others. That time I learned how to start a conversation with a person. After hearing the different stories of other competitors I felt very proud of myself. I have struggled a lot in life and being there was not less than a dream. Representing India was a very proud moment for me. But I think apart from pageants I learned a lot from my work. "</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>When asked about facing criticism, Pratyacha told that during the initial days, a designer rejected her due to her skin tone. The designer told her that she does not want a dusky skin tone model for her garments. Pratyancha took it positively and moved on</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"I was like is Indian mentality always like this or I don't know. I was very shocked by that as she wanted a fair model and that is why I got out of the show. But I took it as a challenge and decided to take my career forward in my own way. There are a lot of other clients or professionals who like dusky skintone models. So I started doing designer shoots. Because of my skin tone, I have faced a lot of criticism. They used to say she is dusky and she is not well-groomed, that's how they used to criticize me. Later I worked on myself."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p>
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<p><br></p><p>Apart from being a talented model, Pratyancha has also played a lot of sports. She is the national-level player of the High Jump. Also have played much inter-college competition in Volleyball. Pratyancha has won a few trekking competitions as well.</p><p><br></p><p>Pratyancha came to the industry to become an actor. She did a feature film named "Girlfriend" in 2019. A casting professional approached her through Facebook and asked her to give the audition.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"They gave me the situation and I had to react to it. So I did it. The next day I got a call from them saying that I was selected. It was a really good experience. I got an opportunity to work with well-known actors from the Marathi industry. They were good to me and praised me for my work."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Talking about dealing with rejections, Pratyancha said she was regularly giving auditions for Lakme fashion week for four years. It was in her dream to walk the ramp of Lakme Fashion Week. She feels that consistency is all you require.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"You have to keep giving auditions. If you are getting rejected in one project then you will be selected for some other project. It depends upon the client's requirements. You do not have to think that you are not worthy of something. Keep trying and don't lose hope. If you lose hope then you have to go back to your place."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Pratyancha told that there is a lot of competition in industry and work is less. When asked how she deals with pressure, she told,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"These days people are stressed because of the competition, girls who are 18-17 years old are coming into the industry and doing well. I just mediate, workout. Also, I do functional training at home to reduce stress. I listen to music and talk to family friends, work on myself and try to improve."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>She advises all aspiring models is to never lose hope and keep working on themselves. Consistency is the key to success. Pratyancha in the future would love to work with Deepika Padukone as she adores her persona. Pratyancha during the lockdown rescued a lot of cats and dogs. Earlier in her hometown, she used to provide the necessities to underprivileged children and continues to do so.</p><p><br></p><p>The impact of modeling in her life is that she has got a lot of opportunities. As her love for traveling is fulfilled by working in the industry.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"I lived my life and living my life to the fullest. I am a workaholic and love to work and modeling continues to fulfill that."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>Read: <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/we-need-to-see-modeling-beyond-sexual-orientation" target="_blank">We Need to See Modeling Beyond Sexual Orientation</a><br></strong></p>

“I believe that being a model is not just about you, but everyone who make it possible", Pratyancha Narale

<p>Makeovers, makeup artistry, and creative makeovers are quite a trend nowadays. Playing and experimenting with colors and looks, many people are self-made and rising in this field every day, influencing many out there.</p>
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<p>Jasneet Kaur is one of the talented girls who started makeup artistry as a hit and trial two years back after her 12<sup>th</sup> board. Now she is influencing many youngsters with her magnificent talent. And she believes, she is yet to become a professional artist.</p>
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<p>Makeovers are all about blends and colors. There are over more than 100 makeup brands with different properties which are preferred by different makeup artists according to their needs and choices. Jasneet shared some of her favorite makeup brands are&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/anastasiabeverlyhills/" target="_blank">ANASTASIA BEVERLY HILLS</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/elfcosmetics/" target="_blank">E.L.F COSMETICS</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/fentybeauty/" target="_blank">FENTY BEAUTY</a>, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kaybykatrina/" target="_blank">KAY BEAUTY</a>.</p>
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<p>Even if one is doing great in their life, passion, and career, there are always people who try to put them down and demoralize them no matter what. Social media is one of the places where people showcase their talent and get trolled after that as well. Asking Jasneet about her point of view she said,</p>
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<p><strong>“As much as social media is a great place to showcase your talent, it is also filled with people that love to throw shade. I just usually laugh it off. Not like it does not affect me but I just laugh at them and leave a sarcastic reply to them and go on with my day.”</strong></p>
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<p><strong>“My family has always been supportive from day one and I could not be more thankful to them. They get me everything that I need and more. They are legit my backbone.”</strong></p>
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<p><br></p><p>Getting fame and acknowledgment by people is something everybody wants in their life. Jasneet’s hard work pays her off quite well.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>“There are a lot, but comments like- You are my inspiration; even my mother watches your videos and loves it, make my day.”</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>In school, Jasneet has been always a low-key person. No one knew her much at that time. But it is quite opposite of that time. Her caliber made her quite famous among many people including school and fellow mates.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>“In school, I was a low-key kid with people barely knowing me. But now a lot of people recognize me because of my work and it kinda becomes an ice breaker for me to talk to people. It feels amazing when they recognize me. Feels like I am becoming something.”</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Financial independence is much important in today's life along with the following passion. Asking Jasneet about her point of view on this, she replied,</p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>“ As much as I love spending my father and brother’s money, the thought of being financially independent(soon) makes me go crazy. I want to earn great and treat my family for all that they have done for me and buy my car someday. Just want to make my parents proud.”</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><pre>- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CM98ca0nMtx/">https://www.instagram.com/p/CM98ca0nMtx/</a><br><br></pre><p><span style="color: #333333;">Talking about working in Hollywood or Bollywood in the future, Jasneet certainly does not have any plan for this.</span></p><p><span style="color: #333333;"><br></span></p><p><span style="color: #333333;"><strong>“I want to be in the front at all times. I love having main character energy. If somehow I get that over there, I would love to.”</strong></span></p><p><span style="color: #333333;"><strong><br></strong></span></p><p>Apart from her passion for makeup artistry, she loves to spend her time with family watching dramas from Pakistan. And keep herself indulge in her studies.</p><p><br></p><p>Studying to showcasing her talent of makeup artistry, both importantly she handles shows her the side of being the boss lady, all prepared to hail.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Read:</strong><a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/key-to-this-industry-is-patience-vishnu-malhotra" target="_blank"><strong> “Key To This Industry Is Patience”, Vishnu Malhotra</strong></a></p>

Jasneet Kaur Proves That Makeup Artistry Needs No Age

<p>Rajat does not like himself or his modeling career to be confined under any sexual identity. He just wants to be categorized as a human who has the freedom to pursue anything that he wants to do. Rajat is very comfortable and confident with his sexuality but just thinks that he is not answerable to anyone about it. His comfort lies with the close people in his life, with whom he likes sharing everything about himself. Rajat is a very buoyant, cheerful, and carefree person. He is the kind of person who loves keeping his morale and self-respect above anything else.</p>
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<p>Rajat has been doing modeling for the past 5 years. He completed his graduation in Mass Communication but he wants to continue with modeling for now. The journey started from his school days. Offers started coming his way from a very early age when he was in his 11th and 12th standard. But during that time he did not have a lot of exposure. So he did not get a chance to explore himself for various kinds of modeling that he could do. During that time he got offers from big agencies. It was a dream come true moment for him when so many agencies approached him for work.</p>
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<p><strong>I went for a test shoot for a big agency. Initially, I was able to impress them. But after I reached there, they asked me about my height. And I was never aware that my height is short enough for a model. So I happily just said it is 5'7. But after that I could notice a dithering expression on their face. I was not able to decipher the reason behind it. Because I was very confident that I will definitely prove to be the best model for them. But they rejected me just by listening to what my height is. That made me feel really bad because I did not even get a chance to prove myself. I know that I am much above this height issue. Height should not be a restrain for the talent and potential I have in me.</strong></p>
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<p>It was very tough for him to get work as every agency which used to approach him, rejected him on the basis of his height only. Even the works that he got did not give him much liberty to be himself which Rajat does not appreciate at all. So, now he is mostly doing freelancing as that gives him the autonomy to be himself. Now he does not rely upon any agency, designer, photographer to get work. He works 24*7 for himself as a freelancer.</p>
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<p><br></p><p>Wherever he goes, he is always the talk of the town. During his school days, he was very good at academics as well as co-curricular activities. People used to make fun of him and mock him. He was always told that his face is too pretty for a boy. During his school days, there was very little awareness amongst them. Although he does androgynous fashion he did not even know that a word like that existed back then. But with time and maturity, he learned that people are gonna speak trash about him no matter what. So it is better to be me and enjoy everything I do.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>My parents are extremely supportive of whatever I do. They have always motivated and encouraged me to go forward with whatever I feel good about. I wear a saree or anything which is considered to be "feminine", still, they will never question my sexuality. Rather my mom is the one who taught me to wear a saree. My parents have never been any kind of hindrance in my path of modeling. They totally believe in me and they know that their child will never do anything wrong which goes against family values.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Rajat's mom is his biggest support system. She always backs him up for whatever he does. He calls himself a typical momma's boy as he does whatever his mom agrees to. He believes that his mom's instinct can never go wrong so if she denies doing something, then he simply does not do it.</p><p><br></p><p>With time, he had to learn and unlearn so many things which makes him the strong person that he is. Rajat credences that there must be many people like him out there but are not getting the proper exposer or opportunity. So through his work, he wants to influence people that you can be who you are without scaring societal norms. When he realized that people are looking up to him and are getting inspired. That is when he started taking things more seriously and got himself involved in various interviews so that people get to know his side of the story.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>I was always aware that I have both masculine and feminine sides in me and I can easily carry any personality. I use to love dancing to item songs and also doing classical dance. But I never performed classical dance in my school because I was too ashamed. People made fun of me even when I am dancing in a conventional manner. People always use to talk bad about me behind my back. But nobody ever dared to say it in front of me because I am not the kind of person who takes people's bullshit. I always keep myself away from bad things that people talked about me.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>He loves acting so he also got into an acting school where he did a diploma in acting for 6 months. He took admission into <a href="https://g.co/kgs/e3oXxd" target="_blank">Sri Ram Centre For Performing Arts</a> before the pandemic. But due to the pandemic, it was hard to continue because of all the restrictions. But he wants to make a career in acting as well. He feels that there is a very wrong kind of representation currently in movies. Some movies make fun out of the trauma that people go through which is wrong on many levels.</p><p><br></p><p>He gave the example of <a href="https://g.co/kgs/eeX3uj" target="_blank">Bobby Darling</a> that how she was always wrongly presented and was never portrayed as someone to look up to. He gave some examples of movies and series like <a href="https://g.co/kgs/UcsJDv" target="_blank">Aligarh</a> and <a href="https://g.co/kgs/dfP9Cj" target="_blank">Made In Heaven</a> where the representation was good. But he still feels that there is very little representation and it should grow. The movie industry needs to be inclusive of every kind of people from different communities. He also wants to be the first guy item dancer in the movie industry as he loves doing it.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>I know that I have a star in me but I would not work for something which goes against my morale or ethics. I have got a lot of big opportunities as well like working in some reality shows. But I declined them because the show's concept was something I did not belive in or relate to.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>I get good offers that will easily bring me fame and Instagram followers but I don't want to do them if they go against my principles or if I don't feel right about it.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Rajat is a very competitive person. He is very confident that he can be better than anyone in his field of interest. Criticism never affected him because he is self-aware and knows his potential. Hence, anyone trying to pass on bad comments does not really affect him at all. Rather he laughs them off and thinks that it might be because of their jealousy. He believes that once he starts giving those hate comments the liberty to affect him, it will continue to affect him for life. So he never gives that opportunity to those hate comments to affect his mental health.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>I come from a very privileged family that is financially very stable. So my parents never put pressure on me to get financial stability any soon. They just want me to work in whatever my interest lies and not think about finances for now. So, I get to chose my work and do it my way because I do not have that kind of pressure.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>In the future, he wants to work for the transgender community because he believes that it is very hard for them to survive in this conservative society. They don't even get the basic rights that they deserve. People also mistreat them and look down on them so much, which is very disrespectful for such an inspiring community.</p><p><br></p><p>Modeling has changed everything in his life. It made Rajat embrace things that he has been hiding for years. Modeling has made him gradually stronger. Each day he explores new things about himself. He is very grateful for the entire journey he has been through which has made him a better person.</p><p><br></p><p>Read: <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/fighting-all-societal-setbacks-anwesh-is-going-strong" target="_blank">Fighting All Societal Setbacks, Anwesh Is Going Strong</a></p>

We Need to See Modeling Beyond Sexual Orientation

<p>No matter how one works hard, there are always hurdles and obstacles one has to face. People who face all of them and keep chasing their dreams are the ones who succeed. Our model and actor Vishnu Malhotra’s life story is certainly one of the examples of it. <span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-size: 15px;">Vishnu Malhotra from Dehradun, Uttarakhand was always fond of cricket and his dream was to play cricket for India. But destiny had different plans for him. He never knew that he would be part of the most glamorous industry. Although, his parents were not supportive of cricket as well as modeling. It was quite tough for him to leave cricket.</span></p>
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<p><strong>“I played state level cricket. My parents never really liked that. They always wanted me to become a Chartered Accountant. I left cricket and CA studies in the middle. That was not something I wanted to do. I am the only one in my family who opted a different profession.”</strong></p>
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<p>He was always keener to walk on ramp shows and acting as well. He did his first Ramp show in <a href="https://www.instagram.com/delhi.times/" target="_blank">Delhi Times</a> Lifestyle Fashion Week for <a href="https://www.instagram.com/siddartha_tytler/" target="_blank">Siddartha Tytler</a>. Apart from that he also walked in <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lakmefashionwk/" target="_blank">Lakme Fashion Week</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mysorefashionweek/" target="_blank">Mysore Fashion Week</a>, India Couture Fashion Week, Amazon Fashion Week, and many more. He has worked with brands like <a href="https://www.instagram.com/benetton_india/">United Colors Of Benetton</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/montecarlostyle/">Monte Carlo</a>,<a href="https://www.instagram.com/manyavar/" target="_blank"> Manyavar Mohey</a>, and different designers. He wishes to work with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sabyasachiofficial/" target="_blank">Sabyasachi</a> in the future. Along with that, he has worked in the Punjabi Music Industry as well.<br></p>
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<p><br></p><p>Vishnu along with his dreams is a businessman as well. He had his gym in his homeland and now he is currently running his Event Management company in Uttarakhand named Weddings By Vishnu.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>“It was quite important for me to have a strong financial base. My parents still do not support me much with my passion and dream. But one day I will make them understand and change their viewpoint towards this industry.”</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Being indulged in gymming, somewhere also became the reason for his rejections in the modeling industry, specifically ramp shows. Though, he never gave up and worked upon himself and his skills. And, finally, he fulfilled his dream of walking on renowned fashion shows.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>“It was quite funny at that time. I used to have a broad gym body and was perfect for shoots and shows. My interest was in ramp shows. I was rejected many times because ramp models need to be lean. I then worked on myself and made myself fit for the ramp.”</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Talking in-depth about this industry, Vishnu also faced misleading opportunities during his struggling period.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>“It happened with me twice. I was all new and I was asked to pay a certain amount to get an advertisement shoot. I paid and it turned out to be fake. However, I never lost hope. It rather made me strong and a great observer.”</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Apart from being passionate about modeling, Vishnu is a mountain person. He loves to go on solo trips and exploring the peace of the mountains, meeting new people, and knowing them.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>“It gives me peace of mind when I travel solo. And knowing different people and making friends.”</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Focused and stubborn about being successful one day and also proving himself in front of his parents, Vishnu Malhotra is hailing and winning each part of his passion for modeling every day.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Read: </strong><a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/you-dont-need-validations-from-othersto-know-your-worth-diljot-kaur-chhabra" target="_blank"><strong>“You Don’t Need Validations From Others To Know Your Worth”, Diljot Kaur Chhabra</strong></a></p>

“Key To This Industry Is Patience”, Vishnu Malhotra

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">When God closes a door, he never forgets to open another. However, it is up to you how you find it. Vaibhav Maurya found his next door in modeling, as this was God's plan. Born and Brought up in the city of Nawabs, Lucknow, Vaibhav has always had a keen interest in sports. But destiny had some other plans for him.</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">After completing his graduation in mechanical engineering, Vaibhav wanted to build his career in sports. He almost made it happen by playing two nationals for his state but due to an injury could not proceed further. Also, he got eliminated from Indian Air Force due to his finger injury on the 6th day of his Service Selection Board(SSB). However, without losing any hopes, he tried his luck in modeling, adding to which he says,&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>"I had a good physique and a height of 6''2. So, I thought of trying in modeling. In the final year of college, there was an annual fashion show which happened every year. There was a modeling contest where I wanted to participate. I went for auditions with my friends but unfortunately, I got rejected.</strong></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>I did not know anything about modeling then as it was not my interest. But, then my rejection and my friend's selection made me feel a little bad. So after a few months, I contacted my senior from college who was into modeling and was doing good. He told me I need to get a portfolio done. Also, then you have to come to Mumbai. So I forwarded him my pictures asking, if am I even eligible to get into modeling. After that I went through it and pursued it."</strong></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><span style="font-weight: 400;">On asking how his family reacted, Vaibhav said that they were very supportive of his decision. They stood rock solid beside him in every phase of his life. If not modeling, Vaibhav would have definitely been into sports and never thought of modeling as a career option.</span></strong></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">As mentioned Vaibhav loves sports and he spends his free time playing. He now plays professional tennis apart from playing volleyball.&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>"Sports is something that makes me happy whenever I play. Outside modeling I spend most of the time playing sports. I am a big fan of football and watch most of the them."</strong></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><span style="font-weight: 400;">Vaibhav feels lucky to not face any criticism but when asked about facing rejections, he said this is something every individual faces in their career.&nbsp;</span></strong></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>"If we go for a casting, you never know what type of model they are looking for. So you should take rejections in a positive way and keep moving forward. Some people will like you and some will not. Just hope for the best."&nbsp;</strong></span></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><span style="font-weight: 400;">Emphasizing financial stability, Vaibhav said it is very important for the people who come to Mumbai with dreams in their eyes. He feels financial stability should be there otherwise one will be under stress. Eventually, it will lead to the shattering of dreams.&nbsp;</span></strong></span></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>"I got support from my parents at an early stage. Other than that, several sources of income also play a vital role. You never know, it is not a government job where you will get your salary on a regular basis. When we go for casting u never know - the brand or clients sometimes will like you and sometimes they do not. At the end of the day you will not be sure of how much you will earn. So several sources of income is very important. Otherwise, you will end up having mental pressure."</strong></span></span></span></p>
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<p><br></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Vaibhav considers that maintaining good health is the toughest part of being a fashion model. All around the year one should be eating healthy and staying fit.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>"A model has to take care of everything from top to bottom. Having a good physique is important. So you have to eat properly and avoid fast food. You have to maintain a healthy lifestyle. But I feel people get used to it. So it is not that tough, though for me it was tough initially."&nbsp;</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><span style="font-weight: 400;">Talking about the biggest challenge in his life, Vaibhav mentioned lack of guidance was a huge challenge. As everyone was told, having a good physique would help with it but after getting into the industry he realised it is not always the case. Elaborating more,&nbsp;</span></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>"I was very huge when I came into the industry. I was told that a good body will help. Though it was not the case. To maintain the normal aesthetics of a model, you can not get too heavy or too skinny as every audition has their own limitations. When I came into the industry, I had to reduce my body. Gym is something I love. I have been doing it since class 11. I had to tone down my body as clothes would not me."</strong></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><span style="font-weight: 400;">When asked about his association with any social cause, Vaibhav said he visits an old age home to donate food items. He has been doing this since 2011 every Saturday and continues to do so. Modeling has had a great impact on his life. People around him appreciate him for what he does. Also, after he got successful his family members appreciated him and realized modeling is also a good career option.&nbsp;</span></strong></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>"Now when I post my work on social media, people admire my work. Whenever I visit my hometown, people appreciate me. Recently my teacher from my school days put up a post for me mentioning how proud she is. She was the same teacher who was not happy in school. Now I do not regret anything and the credit goes to <a href="https://www.worldmodelhunt.com/modeling-industry-gave-me-self-confidence-tenzin-zomkyi/">modeling</a>."</strong></span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><br></strong></span></span></span></p><p>Giving a message of not losing hope, this young and charming personality has inspired us. We hope his story inspires and motivates our readers too.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Read: “</strong><a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/key-to-this-industry-is-patience-vishnu-malhotra/" target="_blank"><strong>Key To This Industry Is Patience, Patience, And Patience”, Vishnu Malhotra</strong></a></p>

Vaibhav Maurya's Journey From Being a National Level Volleyball Player to a Talented Fashion Model

<p>Winner of <a href="https://instagram.com/mrgayindiaofficial?utm_medium=copy_link" target="_blank">Mr. Gay World India</a> 2016 , a <a href="https://instagram.com/tedx_official?utm_medium=copy_link" target="_blank">TEDx</a> Speaker, and an Art Creator, Mr. Anwesh Sahoo has gained immense success from a very young age. His story has also been covered by <a href="https://youtu.be/g16bjnvw_7s" target="_blank">The Quint</a>. He is the epitome of "when there is a will there is a way". He loves making digitally rendered outfits. Coming from a very typical conservative Odia family, it was very difficult for him to talk about his sexuality. And, also about the modeling career he wanted to pursue. With his willpower and sheer determination, he managed everything on his own.</p>
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<p>He was 16 when he got to know about <a href="https://instagram.com/mgworg?utm_medium=copy_link" target="_blank">Mr. Gay World</a> and has wanted to participate in it since then. He was sure that he should take modeling more seriously and participate in the pageant from that age. He used to watch <a href="https://instagram.com/antmvh1?utm_medium=copy_link" target="_blank">America's Next Top Model</a> and was confident that he was capable enough to do better in this field. Anwesh always used to walk with the belief that someday he can win the world.</p>
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<p><strong>I was doing my internship with the <a href="https://instagram.com/koovsfashion?utm_medium=copy_link">Koovs</a> as a style ambassador. There was a campaign of <a href="https://instagram.com/koovsfashion?utm_medium=copy_link">Koovs</a> where they brought all the influencers together. That was the time when I felt a little insecure about myself seeing all those influencers. I thought that maybe I am not beautiful enough. That was the first time I felt that way. After that I went to the gym, to get a little more healthy as I was very skinny. After working out I started feeling more confident and beautiful.</strong></p>
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<p>He applied for Mr. Gay India. In December 2015, he got a call from them, saying that they would love to have him, making him extremely happy. He did a three-month internship and saved up some money. With that money, he bought some good clothes for the pageant. He could not ask for money from his parents as it was a gay pageant and none of his parents would have allowed him to participate.</p>
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<p><strong>I came out to myself at the age of 16 and I was not comfortable with my sexuality at all. So initially I decided to never speak about it to anyone. It was supposed to be a well-kept secret. But eventually, I got more and more comfortable about it and decided to not hide my sexuality from anyone. And the moment I became comfortable with it I did not care about anyone or anything. It was very recent that my parents accepted me completely with who I am. But initially, it was very difficult to make them understand. The conversation also gets very uncomfortable at times.</strong></p>
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<p><br></p><p>He moved to Delhi for his higher education. That is when he started being more open about his sexuality. Delhi has played a great role in his life. It has influenced him for a lot of things. He also started a blog called <a href="https://instagram.com/the.effeminare?utm_medium=copy_link" target="_blank">The Effeminare</a> where he puts forward his views and opinion on various topics and also his artworks.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>I work as a senior technical artist. I have a degree in technology as well as design. He works in the field of game designing and development. And, I love it. I totally enjoy doing it. Besides modeling, this is something I'm very passionate about. Because I have financial stability from this work, I get the liberty to choose what I want to do. Like with which brand or photographer I want to get associated with and all that. I love making digitally rendered outfits as a hobby. It brings me great pleasure.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>He brought in his concern about the wrong representation of LGBTQIA+ on mainstream media. All kinds of representation in movies have been done by cis men in a very heteronormative manner. There are very few movies that show the representation of a gay man in an empowering manner. Like he gave the example of the movie <a href="https://g.co/kgs/UcsJDv" target="_blank">Aligarh, starring Manoj Bajpayee</a> which has a good representation. Filmmakers like <a href="https://g.co/kgs/yyt7qK" target="_blank">Apurva Asrani</a> and <a href="https://g.co/kgs/p7rJy2" target="_blank">Faraz Arif Ansari</a> are trying to bring in a good queer representation in mainstream media. But still, there is a long way to go. Anwesh has worked in a documentary as well called <a href="https://youtu.be/Wo71EPKVNTE" target="_blank"><em>Sab</em> R<em>ab De Bande</em></a> directed by <a href="https://instagram.com/sukhi88?utm_medium=copy_link" target="_blank">Sukhdeep Singh.</a></p><p>&nbsp;<br></p><p>Anwesh mentioned in his <a href="https://youtu.be/ZlTvydVl9MM" target="_blank">TEDx talk</a> that he grew up as a loner but it was a blessing in disguise for him. As it made him grow into a better individual. He grew up to find peace in his own company. Whenever he was mistreated he used to cry out but also learned to pick himself up and move on.</p><p><br></p><p>Although he won Mr. Gay India, he still did not get the support and recognition that he deserved. When he went for Mr. Gay world his father was there to support him. Alongside he also had the support of <a href="https://instagram.com/sushantdivgikr?utm_medium=copy_link" target="_blank">Sushant Divgikr</a> and Mr. Gay India team. They have been a huge help in getting him good work. Then miss<a href="https://instagram.com/celinajaitlyofficial?utm_medium=copy_link" target="_blank"> Celina Jaitley</a> came up and sponsored his tickets to Europe. But there was no big support from India, although he was going to represent the country.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>When I won Mr. Gay India, there was so much hatred from the community itself. They used to tell me that I do not look like a pageant winner or a model. Because during that time a model was imagined as a white skin man mostly. It was very very disheartening and disappointing when your own community does not support you. So, I did feel for some time that maybe I am not good enough. All those comments broke my confidence and determination. That brought a huge amount of negativity around me.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>He wrote an article called <a href="https://theeffeminare.wordpress.com/2016/11/24/ugly-enough-to-be-mr-gay-world-india/" target="_blank"><em>Ugly Enough for Mr. Gay India</em></a> after all those negativity. It was picked up by a lot of publications. That made him really happy that people are reading and wanting to his my opinion. He also became a part of the music video for <a href="https://instagram.com/vizdumb?utm_medium=copy_link" target="_blank">Ritviz</a> which was a campaign by <a href="https://instagram.com/tinder_india?utm_medium=copy_link" target="_blank">Tinder India.</a> This opportunity brought him a great amount of happiness.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>I always tell the truth. I share my authentic self on social media or any other platform. As I have financial stability, I get to choose what work I want to do. I do not work for something which I do not believe in or don't have a good instinct for.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Social media is a great tool as Anwesh believes that it gives you a platform to reach out to people. It makes the entire process of reaching out to photographers, designers, etc. a lot easier. This is pretty important in modeling. Also, it helps to express our views. It also gives you the opportunity to voice out your opinion if something goes wrong. He runs a hashtag called femme is beautiful.</p><p><br></p><p>Anwesh always maintains a gratitude list. Which makes him stay close to the ground and not let anything hamper his mental stability. It makes him hopeful that something better will happen in the future and he should never give up.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Modeling has made me immensely confident as an individual. When I'm into modeling I don't care about anything, I just feel myself and that's the best feeling. I feel very powerful and liberated.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>Read: <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/from-small-town-to-a-big-city-gipsitas-motivational-journey-to-remember" target="_blank">From Small Town to a Big City, Gipsita’s Motivational Journey to Remember</a><br></strong></p>

Fighting All Societal Setbacks, Anwesh Is Going Strong

“You Don’t Need Validations From Others To Know Your Worth”, Diljot Kaur Chhabra

<p><strong>From Small Town to a Big City, Gipsita's Motivational Journey to Remember</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Meet Ms. Gipsita Nayak who has multiple feathers in her cap. She is a model, fashion designer, brand consultant, and also show producer. Gipsita carved her way towards success all on her own, without any external help. She started off at a time when fashion designing was not widely accepted at her place.</p><p><br></p><p>Professionally, she started as a fashion designer, completing her course at IIFT, Bhubaneswar, and training in IIFT Delhi. There she started her own label <em>Gipsitaz</em>&nbsp;in Bhubaneswar when she was 20. There was not a lot of exposure to designers at that time. So, it was very tough to get resources and arrange everything but still, she managed to make it successful. She got into styling as well while doing her course in production management in FIT New York. During that time she got into <a href="https://nyfw.com/home/" target="_blank">New York fashion week</a> as a fashion stylist. After completing her course, she became a show producer as well. Gipsita used to direct shows in New York starting from planning, reaching out to designers to getting the team from all over the world. She is also a Dale Carneige certified leadership coach.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Initially, in New York, there were additional challenges I used to face, because of the difference in community and culture. Although there were a lot of Indians in the&nbsp; USA, mostly all of them were in the technical field. In fashion, you will find an extremely less number of Indians. It took me couple of years of rigorous hard work to settle there as I also had problems while communicating because of difference in accent, perception, etc.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Being a science student, initially, it was a little tough for her parents to get convinced for Gipsita to enter into the fashion industry. But because she had a huge amount of inclination towards this industry, her parents somehow agreed.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>I and my friends did a show in Rabindra Mandap, Bhubaneswar, which was a fashion show around 2005 probably. It was in the concepts of Lakhme India fashion week. That show was a huge success, after my father witnessed it, he started believing in me and was really proud. During that time period as we didn't had access to internet at our home. So, I used to sit at internet cafe's for long hours and just keep on researching about fashion industry. I used to pursue really hard on knowledgeable people to share the knowledge and information regarding the industry.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>If you are passionate about something no matter how painful the journey and the process will be, the end result is what matters. Gipsita used to go for work in very chilling weather of -7 degrees, but no kind of change in surroundings could stop her determination to work as she was very passionate about whatever she does.</p><p><br></p><p>Besides work, she loves dancing and doing makeup. Dancing is something that brings peace and happiness to her. She can literally dance all the time as she loves doing it.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>When I get a criticism, first I judge the intention of that. Because some of them are constructive criticism which is necessary for my improvement. As there are different body types and every design I make may not suit everyone. But also sometimes there are comments which just want to pull me down. Like some people come and give very vague comments like <em>this design is not good at all. Y</em>ou have to specify what exactly is not good, or else I will determine that their intention is just to pull me down.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>When Gipsita was young, rejection used to affect her a lot. She used to get sad and stressed after rejection. But with time and maturity, she learned that everything happens for a reason. So, if she gets rejected she just makes up her mind that maybe something better is waiting for her.</p><p><br></p><p>Her favorite part of being a designer was to visualize a lot of things even before it happens. She likes imagining different designs and totally loves that process of creativity.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>The collection I launched in New York Fashion Week 2017 was Odisha handloom collection. And I was the first designer to do so. I took all kind of Odisha handlooms and made western outfits out of them, like blazers, skirts, etc. I westernize the handloom because that is the most preferred in New York because of the weather condition. A saree is practically not possible there. So that is the reason I wanted to present&nbsp; our handlooms in a very different and modernised manner which can be globally accepted.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Gipsita believes in making garments that make a person feel powerful and liberated. She gains her inspiration from various kinds of sources starting from artworks to museums.</p><p><br></p><p>According to her, fashion is the representation of a person's personality. It is also a kind of celebration where people have the liberty to choose their own style and feel powerful. It is a complete positive feeling for her. To be a fashion designer you have to be a jack of all trades. You need to have knowledge about everything.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>The copyright thing is not really strong in fashion, especially in India. Like you make design and someone else can easily take and brand it as their own and you can do nothing about it. Although, there are certain laws for copyright, they are not strict enough. And it is also a very long and tiring process. If we go with that. that is one of the most difficult part in the industry. Secondly, the fast fashion that is growing becomes very difficult for designers to cope up with it as it practically not that possible.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>On a personal level, Gipsita engages herself with various social causes. She does all those work volunteering because of her personal satisfaction. She loves doing it but does not believe in saying it to the world out loud. In the future, she would love to work for women's empowerment. By promotion of education for every girl child and making every woman financially independent.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Read: </strong><a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/wp-admin/post.php?post=6378&amp;action=edit" target="_blank"><strong>"No kind of prejudice or discrimination can hinder my path toward success", Suchishree</strong></a><br></p>

From Small Town to a Big City, Gipsita's Motivational Journey to Remember

<p>Ashwin Kumar is a fashion model who feels being real is key to success. He has been in the fashion industry for almost 6 years now. While studying he developed an interest in modeling and started participating in fashion shows held in the college. After winning several fashion shows, he started doing freelance modeling along with his job. Talking more about his initial modeling career, Ashwin says,</p>
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<p><strong>"In my college, there were cultural days where fashion show used to happened so, I participated in those. Once there were designers and directors who came as guests and they asked me why don't I start modeling. So I made a portfolio with the help of my friends and started spreading it. Someone from Reliance Trend called me asking that we need an urgent model. I just went there, it was like some rupees 3500 for the show. After that show, I started getting references."</strong></p>
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<p><br></p><p>Ashwin spilled the beans says there are no equal opportunities for both men and women in the industry. Explaining, he said that females get work every day as there are many options for them. Although with male models they have limited opportunities.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"There is a huge competition, as everyone coming to Mumbai wants to be an actor. So modeling is not a full-time career for boys. Work is very less and competetion is too high."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Ashwin does not care about people who criticize him as he is very focused on what he does. Ashwin told that he used to handle criticism in the calmest manner. Though slowly and gradually things changed and people started respecting him more. When asked about facing rejections, Ashwin said that it is very likely to get rejected when going for auditions as there are 100s of people waiting.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"Initially, we are very confident that we will go and they will select us. But when we reach, there are already 500 people standing in the queue already to get selected. And we do not audition properly. The casting people shout at you and you tend to lose your confidence then and there. If we do not get selected in one audition then we should move to another. That is how it works."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>The biggest challenge Ashwin faced was finding work without any guidance. Adding further he says,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>I never contacted any agency so I was totally dependent on the auditions. I went for the auditions and whosoever selected me, I just did the shows.&nbsp; And If I did not qualify then I did not think about it much. The model for any shoots is pre-selected from the agency side. In every show, these models get work in every show and we use to get 3-4 shows in a month.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>When asked about the toughest part of being a fashion model Ashwin says being real at all times is very important. The person has to work on their personality and be the same throughout. One should not change their personality according to the occasion.</p><p><br></p><p>On asking about the celebrity he wants to work with in the future, Ashwin with confidence mentioned that he does not want to work with any specific designer. Rather he just wants to go on stage and walk.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"I do not care about the dress and who created it. I just focus on walking and wearing. That is the way you can survive in the industry. If you say that he is a big designer and I want to work with them and I will only work for them. Then you will go behind them daily. But you don't realize that there are several other people waiting. Instead, you should realize that there are multiple big designers in India in all the states. You can contact them as they don't get good models. So be open to work."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>The impact of modeling on Ashwin is that he has become more confident and has evolved as an individual over these years.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"Modeling has helped me a lot in my personal growth and grooming my own personality. Personality not helps in modeling but also helps in your overall career. You can carry that everywhere, whether it is your job, your work, even if your hanging out with friends it helps you"</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Pouring his love towards his father, Ashwin told that his father is the biggest influence in his life. As his father is in defense, so he has learned a lot of discipline and work ethics which has helped him a lot in his career. In the end, his precious advice to all the aspiring models would be to be real and develop a habit of grasping things.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"If you will be real all the time, you are automatically a model. You don't have to show that I am a model. Do not switch your personalities from time to time. Also, work is there but just be at the right time and place. Do not stress about rejections, these things will be there but you have to keep looking for your aces."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>Read: <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/i-never-let-peoples-negative-opinion-demoralise-me-ayashkant-ashish" target="_blank">“I Never Let People’s Negative Opinion Demoralise Me”, Ayashkant Ashish</a><br></strong></p>

Ashwin Kumar "Be open to work and the work will come to you automatically"

<p>It is known to all, how charming this fashion industry is. Many dreams of being part of it. Likewise, our model Ayashkant Ashish from Haldwani, Uttarakhand had the same dream.</p>
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<p>From class 8<sup>th</sup> he was quite interested in modeling. He never thought that this interest will become his passion and dream. He began his journey when he was in 3<sup>rd</sup> year of college. Now he has been modeling professionally for the past year. Moreover, he is also an architect by profession.</p>
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<p><strong>“I always used to watch fashion shows on television when I was a teen. I then started to follow these models. They way they walk, talk and their clothing style. Eventually, I gained interest and I took step towards modeling from the 3<sup>rd</sup> year of my college.”</strong></p>
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<p>His family has been always supportive from the very beginning. They supported him in his decision and also advised him to complete his architecture studies, to be financially independent in the future.</p>
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<p><strong>“My family supported me a lot. Every step of my life, they were with me, motivating every time. Even they advised me to do further studies so that I can be financially independent in the future. It is quite important to have a strong base.”</strong></p>
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<p>As Ayashkant Ashish started his career during the pandemic, it was very difficult. He was not getting any calls or replies from companies. That was the most struggling time for him.</p>
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<p><strong>“It was quite sad for me at that time. I was not getting replies from any companies due to the pandemic. I worked hard to build my social media and learned the strategies to build up my profile.”</strong></p>
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<p><strong>“I was demoralized by many of my colleagues and friends saying that this industry is not for me. Or I am not apt for this profession. Even they joked about me. But, my true friends and family never left my side and always motivated me.</strong></p>
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<p>Within one year of modeling, his first show was for Pro Fashion Week for the GK Studio brand in Noida. Along with that, he did a couple of brand shoots for brands like <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bluenectar_ayurveda/" target="_blank">Blue Nectar</a>. Also, he did a print shoot for <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mypencildotcom/" target="_blank">Mypencildotcom Magazine</a> and has worked with 9xm Jalwa. He is also keener to work in web series and movies in the future.</p>
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<p><br></p><p>Social media has been quite impactful in his initial stage. He learned a lot from bloggers and also took grooming classes from PR companies to brush up on his skills.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>“It was quite helpful for me, seeing bloggers, PR companies and learning from them about grooming and styling. I am still learning and working hard on it.”</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>Read: <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/balance-is-important-in-both-job-and-passion-richa-jha" target="_blank">“Balance Is Important In Both, Job And Passion”, Richa Jha</a><br></strong></p>

Ayashkant Ashish “I Never Let People’s Negative Opinion Demoralise Me”,

<p>When you are self-regulated and motivated no kind of prejudice or discrimination can hinder your path toward success. Suchishree Sinha sets a great example for that. Facing numerous rejections and discrimination throughout her life for her complexion, this talented woman paved her way into the industry.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>From my school days, I had a soft corner towards modeling. In my 8th standard, I participated in a fashion show during the annual function of our school. From that time itself, my inclination towards modeling started. I decided to pursue graduation in Bhubaneswar for more exposure, as in my place modeling is not appreciatred.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>In her initial days, she wanted photographs for building a portfolio. But she was very insecure about her skin color. Many photographers rejected to shoot because of her skin tone.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>After struggling for a year to get photographs, I finally got in contact with a photographer who was looking for freshers. Seeing my poses, he got totally impressed by me and appreciated my work a lot. Although, I didn't look the conventional "model type", as my height is short and also because of my dark skin. Still I was the best model that he photographed. This totally boosted my confidence.&nbsp;</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Suchishree recently got a project with a regional TV channel called Nandighosh to telecast her as a fashion model. After that, her parents started believing in her and were proud as this was a good start to her career.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>I am doing my PGDM from the Institute of Management and Information Science. It helps me in marketing and promoting myself as I am merchandising myself and the brand I work for. So, my education is simultaneously helping my modeling career.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Besides modeling, Suchishree is a trained Sambalpuri folk dancer as well as an Odissi dancer. Along with this, she is a blogger too. She writes about skin and hair care methods that one can do at home in her blog. She is a leader in the true sense as she always has manifested leadership qualities from her school days. Suchisree is always the one who loves taking initiative and doing it perfectly.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>My biggest weakness is that, I am very impatient and a perfectionist. Minor things being imperfect irritates me, which sometimes really stresses me out. Being a perfectionist has always been both good and bad for me. Sometimes because of this behavior, I do not submit my work, if I don't find a particular project perfect enough.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Being an extroverted person she is good at communicating by rating herself 8 out of 10. She loves interacting with new people and gaining knowledge from everyone's experience. It helps with modeling as well as helps her in taking the first step and achieving different projects.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>After my 12th, my color complexion used to disturb me a lot. My relatives always told my mom, 'how will you handle her marriage and all', as I was dark. At one point, I started using a cream for my pimples which made my complexion look a little fairer as well. So, I got really happy about that and strated using it for 3-4 months. But then I didn't feel right as that was not my natural skin tone. So I stopped using it but there were a lot of side effects, as it was a steroid cream. But I managed it somehow and now I am very confident with my skin tone.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Her hostel roommate Subhashree Kar was one of the people who made her feel good about herself. She always hyped and motivated her towards modeling.</p><p><br></p><p>Suchishree never lets racist or discriminatory comments affect her mental stability because of her self-motivation and confidence. She gets sad sometimes but her immense belief in herself to reach greater heights just negates all the negative comments.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>There was a peagant competion where all my family members came to support me. But the makeup artist just focused on some 4-5 girls. I neither got a good makeup as they just used a lot of foundation which made me look extremely fair nor did I got a good dress to wear. Got rejected in the first round itself. It was devastating and sad at that time. As that was one oppotunity to prove to my parents that I can be a good model. But, losing that oportunity just broke me completely.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>She never feels pressure or stress about her work as she enjoys what she does. Personally, she can work for 8-9 hours completely without any stress. She believes that if your work is enjoyable for you then work does not feel like work.</p><p><br></p><p>According to her, it is very difficult to get established in the modeling industry. As it's a very competitive field and also there are a lot of societal setbacks that always come your way. Belonging to a conservative society some people also do not consider modeling as respectable work.</p><p><br></p><p>Suchishree has done a photoshoot during the Priyanka Reddy <a href="https://www.thehansindia.com/telangana/dr-priyanka-reddy-case-the-brutal-rape-and-murder-that-left-entire-nation-in-shock-585940" target="_blank">rape case</a>. Where she portrayed the trauma and assault that a woman goes through. In the photo shoot, she portrayed herself as the rape victim and gave very powerful shots. She is also aiming to work for acid attack survivors in the future.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Modeling makes me feel stronger and confident. I feel very powerful and liberated through modeling as its the best way to express myself.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Read: <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/i-feel-good-about-myself-after-applying-makeup-roshni" target="_blank">“I feel good about myself after applying makeup”, Roshni</a><br></p>

Suchishree "No kind of prejudice or discrimination can hinder my path toward success",

<h2><strong>Richa Jha “Balance Is Important in Both, Job and Passion”,</strong></h2>
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<p>Model Richa Jha was always fond of the limelight. While pursuing Mass Media, she finally realized that she is keener on the entertainment domain and fashion industry. From that day till now, she never looked back and has completed three years in this industry.</p>
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<p><strong>“While doing my graduation in mass media, my interest in modeling and fashion increased. I used to participate in all the fests, contests, and ramp held in my college. From there onwards, I started following my passion.”</strong></p>
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<p>As everyone knows, good things do not come easily. The same followed Richa Jha as well. Her family did not support her beginning. It took quite a long time to convince them.</p>
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<p><strong>“After the completion of my post-graduation, I got a job as a content writer. And, I started my professional modeling. But, my parents were not convinced about this. As you know I am from Bihar and most of our parents expect us to be either IAS or Engineer. At that time too, my parents were not that convinced for opting career in mass media. Though, they agreed and I am the only one in my family who opted a different career from others. But modeling was a completely new thing for them with no future ahead due to lack of exposure to this industry. Now my parents are convinced as they know I am earning well along with modeling.”</strong></p>
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<p>Richa believes that in this industry along with the caliber, one should have good networking with people. Communication is an important part of this industry and also balancing both profile and marketing in social media with work is crucial.</p>
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<p>The struggle is part and parcel of life be it any industry. Sharing her experiences on this she said,</p>
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<p><strong>“To be honest, the struggle I faced was finding genuine network and people to work with. There is bad influence everywhere, where people try to fool you. Secondly, it is very difficult to maintain your profile and being consistent in working upon your skills. There is a massive competition outside and to stand out, you should have a balance in every aspect.”</strong><span style="color: #333333;"><br></span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #333333;"><span style="color: #333333;">Richa has worked with famous brands and companies. The first professional shoot was with Ajio Fashion Jewelers in Mumbai. Also, she has done many ramp shows like Made In India Swadeshi and </span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mercedesbenzind/" target="_blank">Mercedes Benz</a><span style="color: #333333;"> show by Aatarah and Chal Charkha clothing brand. She also represented many clothing brands </span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/ajiolife/" target="_blank">AJIO</a><span style="color: #333333;">, </span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/sheinofficial/" target="_blank">Shein</a><span style="color: #333333;">, and many more. And, she was also interviewed on </span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/news18hindi/">News 18 Hindi </a><span style="color: #333333;">channel as well.</span></span></p>
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</blockquote><p><br></p><p>Talking about body positivity and rejection, Richa Jha also faced rejection many times for being skinny.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>“I was rejected so many times by saying ‘you are too skinny.’ I felt so bad and I started to compare myself with other models. But eventually, I gained more confidence in myself after seeing many top models who are not perfect. No one is perfect. It is just how we present ourselves.”</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Her opinion towards the impact of social media on this industry as well as in models' life was quite precise.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>“Social media has a great impact on us. Most of the agencies and companies contact you through social media only. It has been a great source of networking and connection with designers and recruiters.”</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Discussing LGBTQ and queer communities, she is quite supportive of them. She supports their genuine hard work and dedication in this industry.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>“Most of the people do not know about them and they do not even try to know. That is the saddest part that without knowing them, people judge and treat them differently or not let them work which is completely wrong.”</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><blockquote class="instagram-media" style="background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);" data-instgrm-captioned="" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/CDG97e2nw63/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading" data-instgrm-version="14">
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<p><br></p><p>Apart from modeling, Richa Jha loves reading and writing. She is currently working as Content Head for Velar Health Organization. And also worked as a freelance writer for various media outlets like Times Now, Zee News, and many more. She loves to sing and is also a state-level roller skater.</p><p><br></p><p>Keeping a balance intact between her job and modeling, Richa Jha is shining bright, day by day.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Read: </strong><a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/without-anyones-support-vaibhav-bachhe-is-walking-towards-success" target="_blank"><strong>Without Anyone’s Support, Vaibhav Bachhe Is Walking Towards Success</strong></a><br></p>

Richa Jha “Balance Is Important in Both, Job and Passion”,

<p><strong>Lavina Israni inspiring people to follow their dreams despite facing difficulties</strong></p><p><br></p><p>No matter what hurdles you face in life, you should not stop dreaming. Meet Lavina Israni, a model, actor, and social media influencer who proves the same. She has been in the industry for a decade now. Born and brought up in Mumbai, Lavina graduated from Jai Hind in Financial Market and did her post-graduation from Welingkar. She has been participating in several fashion shows from a young age. She is the winner of Yamaha Miss Fascino Mumbai 2018 by Yamaha Fascino Miss Diva 2018, where she was part of the top 5 in the finals. Also, she is the 1st runner-up at Glam Icon 2015. After facing a lot of difficulties Lavina is still standing strong which makes her an inspiring personality. So, let us dive straight into knowing more about this super-talented soul.</p><p><br></p><p>Initially, Lavina started her journey by doing advertisements. Being a student at Jai Hind College, she started participating in fashion shows. Eventually, she started doing shows outside the college as well. She used to find her gigs through social media. After graduation, she dedicated herself to pursuing modeling as a full-time career. If not for modeling, Lavina could have become a doctor. Adding to this, she says</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"I do not know but I always had this thing to be a surgeon. Then I realised it takes a lot of effort and always thought that God has gifted me with something else to share with the world."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><blockquote class="instagram-media" style="background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);" data-instgrm-captioned="" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/CFUwzwsh49Q/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading" data-instgrm-version="14">
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<p><br></p><p>As mentioned above, she participated in a lot of pageants, so sharing the best moment, Lavina said that growing up, she used to watch a lot of fashion shows on Television. Few models inspired her a lot. However, she later worked with them but there was one model alongside her that motivated her. Explaining further, Lavina says,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>&nbsp;"It was the final day of Glam Icon and my health was a little down. Because of which I could not perform well during the rehearsals. So someone came to me and said that I don't seem interested. I was like I gave 15 days how can I not be interested. That made me a little upset.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>There was one model whom I really like, named Gwen Athaide who came to me and said 'Think about other contestants who are afraid of you but if you will sit like this, it will be their victory. So do you really want to give them that?' This was the girl whom I grew up watching and she is coming to me and telling me this. That moment was quite empowering."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>When asked whether she faced any sort of societal pressure, Lavina told, that a lot of people initially criticized her for choosing modeling as a career. But her mother has been a real support to her and never let her bother with what society talks about.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"I never paid any heed, rather I felt really sad for people who did not understand what I am into. Because they do not know this side of the world. I believe in life one should explore all stages that life has to offer"</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Lavina started acting in TVCs at a very young age. On asked how she managed her studies, Lavina replied that in her family, a degree meant a lot. So her mother made it very clear to her that education should be the top priority and everything else can be done at their respective times.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>I used to go to class in the morning and then the whole day I would travel to give multiple audition whenever my agent called. I think after giving 100s of auditions, I cracked a TVC. So that one ad turned into four ads back to back for Nickelodeon. Later I signed a movie but met with an accident and alot of stuff happened. So I focussed more on myself.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>While discussing the accident she met, Lavina said that she believes in god and in the divine plan. Also, all the time she spent in bed involved a lot of spiritual inner healing.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"When something happens to me in the gym while doing boxing and all, people ask me if I am hurt. But most of the time, I am like I have gone through so much in life that this is basically nothing. It is like peanuts in front of the kind of challenges I have faced. I think it is in a way God's divine plan. So having a vision always kept me going."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Currently, Lavina is more inclined toward her acting career and has involved herself more in social media influencing due to covid. Being on social media and having a large following Lavina has faced trolling as well. Talking about her pageant days, Lavina mentioned that she was trolled quite a lot. Elaborating more, She says,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"I was at a wedding function, and then I saw my phone buzzing quite a lot. I kept it on silent and enjoyed the function. Later, it just struck me that I can simply switch off comments than bothering so much by deleting them. I have learned one thing from my grandfather that no matter how the situation is, you can either cry about it or laugh it off. So when life gives you lemons make lemonade out of it.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>I do get trolled, someone just made a meme page about me. In the last lockdown, I think people were sitting free so they made a meme page. But they were cute memes and sometimes I also share memes from there."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><blockquote class="instagram-media" style="background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);" data-instgrm-captioned="" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/CCilhGxBdRI/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading" data-instgrm-version="14">
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<p><br></p><p>Talking about the impact of social media on the industry, Lavina mentioned that social media has brought positive change.&nbsp; It has helped to increase the inclusivity of the LGBTQIA+ community and plus-size model.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Nowadays, fashion houses send requirements specially for them. Normal people do not know this but due to social media people form differnt communities have reached out. In a way it feels good. If you use social media for your own benefit it is good."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>The toughest part of being a model and a social media influencer according to Lavina is to create a trend rather than follow it. One should know what their audience likes more. For her, people like her saree posts and videos. Throwing light on the current fashion trends Lavina says anything and everything from the 90s and 80s era is trending these days.</p><p><br></p><p>The impact which modeling has thrown on her life is that she learned a lot in terms of fashion which also boosted her confidence.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"Modeling has helped in grooming myself. The confidence with which you walk in the room should turn heads. I learned a lot of fashion sense. I had that back then, but knowing what to wear when and how to style for an event came from modeling. How to face the press and how to network came from modeling itself."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Read: <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/without-anyones-support-vaibhav-bachhe-is-walking-towards-success" target="_blank">Without Anyone’s Support, Vaibhav Bachhe Is Walking Towards Success</a><br></p>

Lavina Israni inspiring people to follow their dreams despite facing difficulties

Without Anyone’s Support, Vaibhav Bachhe Is Walking Towards Success

<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Meet the young and extremely talented make-up artist who is a computer science graduate from KIIT university. Roshni started her journey by writing blogs but being in front of the camera is more of her thing. She got a lot of recognition in a very short time span. She believes in smart work more than hard work. Besides being a make-up artist, she is also a content creator who makes very relatable videos for her audience.</span></p><p><span data-preserver-spaces="true"><br></span></p><p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">When she was asked that how supportive her parents were for the work she is doing, she said,</span></p><p><span data-preserver-spaces="true"><br></span></p><p><span data-preserver-spaces="true"><span data-preserver-spaces="true"><strong>Until I&nbsp; was not a graduate, my parents wanted me to do a job under some IT company but I was not at all interested in that field as I don’t consider myself as a computer nerd. But when the lockdown happened, I started doing a lot of content in front of my mom when she noticed the amount of effort I put into this. She said, it is okay if I want to go forward with this career only if I get a permanent job out of it</strong></span><span data-preserver-spaces="true"><strong>"</strong></span></span></p><p><span data-preserver-spaces="true"><span data-preserver-spaces="true"><strong><br></strong></span></span></p><p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Inspired by <a href="https://instagram.com/thatbohogirl?utm_medium=copy_link" target="_blank">Kritika Khurana </a>who motivated her to get into this career was her biggest idol. Also, <a href="https://instagram.com/lilly?utm_medium=copy_link" target="_blank">Lily Singh</a> and <a href="https://instagram.com/bts.bighitofficial?utm_medium=copy_link" target="_blank">BTS</a> are the ones who inspired her, as she gains immense motivation from them. BTS music helps to calm her down if she is very nervous or stressed.</span></p><p><span data-preserver-spaces="true"><br></span></p><p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">When asked about what is the most important quality according to you should be there in a makeup artist, she said,</span></p><p><span data-preserver-spaces="true"><br></span></p><p><span data-preserver-spaces="true"><span data-preserver-spaces="true"><strong>“I am a lazy person, I do my shoots on the weekends and then I am off of my phone. I just schedule my post for everyday and then I just take rest. As I have a very sensitive skin I cannot afford to put make-up everyday, so I create various looks in a day”</strong></span></span></p><p><span data-preserver-spaces="true"><span data-preserver-spaces="true"><strong><br></strong></span></span></p><p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">She believes in working at her own pace but doing justice to whatever she does. She is very much into dancing besides make-up, it helps her to also create reels. And, in a very quirky and funny way, she mentioned that besides all these she also loves sleeping. When she feels low or sad, she just likes to sleep through it and after that, she feels better.</span></p><p><span data-preserver-spaces="true"><br></span></p><p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Talking about how she deals with the criticism she said that&nbsp;</span></p><p><span data-preserver-spaces="true"><br></span></p><p><span data-preserver-spaces="true"><span data-preserver-spaces="true"><strong>“I’m very bad at applying false eyelashes, so for that people come at me and start criticizing a lot, but I do not mind that. I have not faced serious criticism but there are always people who try to pull you down by saying mean stuff, so I just laugh it off and forget about it.</strong></span></span></p><p><span data-preserver-spaces="true"><span data-preserver-spaces="true"><strong><br></strong></span></span></p><p><span data-preserver-spaces="true"><span data-preserver-spaces="true"><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Roshni feels good about herself when she applies makeup which builds confidence and makes her feels powerful. She is very mature in handling criticism and has a positive outlook on life. She has previously worked for a lot of brands. Her favorite make-up product is mascara, she loves her eyelashes so she loves putting on mascara a lot. According to her the 3 make-up products that no woman should leave home without are compact, lipstick, and mascara.</span></span></span></p><p><span data-preserver-spaces="true"><span data-preserver-spaces="true"><span data-preserver-spaces="true"><br></span></span></span></p><blockquote class="instagram-media" style="background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);" data-instgrm-captioned="" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/CP2_evdLPlt/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading" data-instgrm-version="14">
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<p><br></p><p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Her interest in make-up was there from her childhood itself. But she properly started makeup when she was in high school. Her friends Simran and Sejal always used to motivate her to pursue this as a career.</span></p><p><span data-preserver-spaces="true"><br></span></p><p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Being an Odia she makes relatable content for the Odia audience and also promotes her culture in whatever way she can. Roshni creates relatable Odia reels where she gets the highest number of reach compared to other content. She believes that Odia people have a lot of potential and the capability to reach greater heights. Currently, that is happening as well but still, there is a need for a good platform and representation. Roshni hates when people do not recognize her as Odia but belonging to some other state.</span></p><p><span data-preserver-spaces="true"><br></span></p><p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">She has been associated with various kinds of social causes as well, relating to periods and other issues during her college time. In the future, she wants to work for the LGBTQIA+ community as she feels that they are not getting the right kind of representation and she personally loves them. So that is something she looks forward to in the future.</span></p><p><span data-preserver-spaces="true"><br></span></p><p>Read:&nbsp; <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/you-can-not-stop-rejections-learn-to-make-peace-with-it-and-work-on-yourself-priyasha-chaudhuri" target="_blank">“You can not stop rejections, learn to make peace with it and work on yourself”, Priyasha Chaudhuri</a></p>

Roshni “I feel good about myself after applying makeup”,

<p>Zeeshan Ali is a fashion model who followed his gut feeling to pursue his dream. This young hard-working personality was working as an IT engineer before getting into the industry full-time. His struggles during the initial day of his journey have made him stronger and more persistent. Let us know more about Zeeshan's modeling career so far.</p><p><br></p><p>Talking about how he started modeling, Zeeshan told that while he working as an IT engineer, he participated in a fashion show. He received a good response which boosted his confidence. So, he decided to take it further.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"I thought of giving modeling a try and then after 2 years, I moved to Mumbai. I participated in a modeling contest and was titled as the first runner-up. So from there, I got the confidence that I can do something in this field."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>If modeling did not happen at that time, Zeeshan was planning to do an MBA and was thinking of working as a manager in a corporate firm. Zeeshan told that his family was very supportive of his decision. He had faced a lot of ups and downs in the initial years of his career. Adding to this, Zeeshan says,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"For newcomers until and unless you have an agency, it is very difficult. You feel confused and need a person for guidance. Being a freelance model it was very difficult for me to get a job. The agencies were not taking me because I was very unpolished. I have struggled a lot as I was doing the work in bits and pieces till the starting of 2018. But I did not stop giving auditions irrespective of whatever happened."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>The turning point in his career was when he did a TVC for the brand Fogg which is on-air for three years now. Their people noticed him and started approaching Zeeshan. When asked how he took criticism at that early stage of his career, Zeeshan told that he took it in a positive way.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"Whenever I used to go for a casting and all people used to look at me and ask 'are you a model?' I received a lot of criticism. I felt bad. But thought to myself instead of feeling bad about it, I should work on it. Then I started working on how to be stylish and how to represent myself. Because at the end you have to market yourself. They are going to hire you for your personality. If I will go in an unpolished way, why will they hire me? So, I took it in a very light way. I am very grateful to all those people who criticizedme.&nbsp; Because of them I am standing here."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><blockquote class="instagram-media" style="background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);" data-instgrm-captioned="" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/CM4YGLcFWBm/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading" data-instgrm-version="14">
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<p><br></p><p>When asked about equal work opportunities for both male and female models in the fashion industry, Zeeshan mentioned that females have more work opportunities in fashion. But the commercial opportunities are somewhat equal for both.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"In fashion there are lot of female clothing because of which they have more work. Also, beauty and jewelry add up to more opportunities. If you are a male model then in fashion you have a really limited amount of clients. Although in commercial and acting zone then there are a lot of work opportunities for both."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>To stand out in this competitive industry, Zeeshan said that one should be fit all the time. Also, keep working on your mental, physical and spiritual health. In commercial modeling performance of a model is a big factor.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"If I give 20 auditions, I get selected in only one. Now you can see the amount of competition. So keep on doing this because if I do not, then certainly I am not getting any job. If a model has to stand out then they have to work hard. Also, he has to take rejections as an opportunity to become something better. All those rejections will lead to somewhere good eventually. Just do not stop working on yourself."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Zeeshan while talking about facing rejections told that he has been giving auditions for TVCs since 2014. Elaborating further, Zeeshan says,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"2014,15,16,17 I did not crack any auditions. You can imagine the level of frustration and rejections I have gone through. I always thought maybe I am not a good commercial model. I was thinking maybe it is not for me, but then I also kept on trying.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>So, one day what happened was, I gave four auditions and thought I did well in three of them and messed up in the fourth one. I was expecting calls from those three, but rather than calls from those three, I got selected for the fourth one. One with the least expectations. It was an international shoot. I went to Serbia which boosted my confidence to another level.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong> There were around 600 people who gave the audition and I was the one who got selected. Since that day to today, I have done around 30 to 35 commercials. One should have that positive attitude.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>While discussing how social media is getting people to work in the industry, Zeeshan said that it plays a major role nowadays. As casting people have started asking about your social media handles. They judge according to the posts and see the lifestyle to get an idea of the basic personality of a model. He feels that a model has to post to attract brands.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"Nowadays, a lot of brands are also approaching these influencers as they attract the audience. I think it is the next big thing and after 5-6 years down the line, no one knows what will happen. People will look through social media rather than audition I feel."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><blockquote class="instagram-media" style="background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);" data-instgrm-captioned="" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/CL9FJIhFlaX/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading" data-instgrm-version="14">
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<p><br></p><p>Zeeshan talking about his future goals revealed that his main goal is to get into acting full-time. Also, he has been giving auditions for web series and TV shows. Zeeshan is inspired by Shah Rukh Khan and told that his movie Badshah was the one that motivated him to pursue acting.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"You know when you are in your teen you watch a movie and get influenced by it to take up some step in future. While watching Badshah that thought came to my mind but I never focused on it. I gave modeling a try for the particular reason that modeling is the only way to get into acting. My ultimate goal is to become an actor. Though I started small because I had no contacts, so I just wanted to earn for living. Now I am creating a path for myself towards acting."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/life-is-full-of-hurdles-you-have-to-face-them-one-at-a-time-with-grace-and-dignity-krish-kapoor" target="_blank">“Life is full of hurdles, you have to face them one at a time with grace and dignity”, Krish Kapoor</a><br></p>

Zeeshan Ali "If you work hard the whole universe will conspire to help you",

<p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/priyasha_chaudhuri/" target="_blank">Priyasha</a> Chaudhuri is a professional model who came to the industry with a dream of making it big. She started her career in her hometown Kolkata and later decided to move to the city of dreams-Mumbai. Priyasha feels one should be patient enough to survive in an industry full of competition. She had a lot to share about the modeling industry and her career.</p><p><br></p><p>Priyasha had a fascination with becoming Miss India from her childhood. Also, she always wanted to become a model and an actor. She loves being in front of the camera. After completing her 12th, she tried for Miss India and got selected for Miss India East.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"When I was just 18 I became the finalist of <a href="https://www.instagram.com/missindiaorg/">Miss India</a> East. And eventually, my parents also supported me. I got my training from<a href="https://www.instagram.com/cocoaberry33/"> Alesia Raut</a>. I was in the top 8 and then from Miss India East, I started my modeling career."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>The biggest challenge she faced was convincing her parents as she was a single child. Also, shifting to a new place and starting everything from zero was a challenge in itself.&nbsp; Though she knew that she has to do something big for herself which can not be done in her hometown.</p><p><br></p><blockquote class="instagram-media" style="background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);" data-instgrm-captioned="" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/CHfV_cxJpui/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading" data-instgrm-version="14">
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<p><br></p><p>Priyasha in her modeling career so far has walked for many renowned designers like<a href="https://www.instagram.com/manishmalhotraworld/" target="_blank"> Manish Malhotra</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/vikramphadnis/" target="_blank">Vikram Phadnis</a>, Anju Modi,<a href="https://www.instagram.com/anitadongre/" target="_blank"> Anita Dongre</a>, Nitin Bal Chauhan, Sumit Das Gupta, and many more. Priyasha told that there was a lot of struggle but then eventually she learned to manage. Now she is planning to diversify her career more towards acting.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"I always wanted to be an actor but modeling is my bread and butter and has become my love. When I started with Miss India and saw the whole procedure of this profession I just fell in love with it."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>When asked about facing criticism, Priyasha told that there were times when people use to body shame her, in spite of having a good physique. Elaborating on that, Priyasha says</p><p><br></p><p><strong>There is always some sort of criticism or favoritism going on in the industry. But you need to learn from that and move on. I think there is always room for improvement. It has happened and it will happen again when the ramp walk will start. This is how it works and one person can not change it.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>But you don't have to get affected by this. You are your own motivator and if one person has criticized you, you can't lose hope. Every day you have to remind yourself that why you are in this field.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Priyasha's advice to all the newcomers is that they should never demoralize themselves just because of this criticism. Rather when someone does that, prove them wrong with constant efforts. The criticism is the part of this job and everyone in the industry faces at some point in their career. Priyasha feels lucky that at an initial stage of her career she did not face rejections. Eventually, she did but Priyasha always wanted to be in this field, so it did not affect her much.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"There were auditions where I was selected, dates were blocked, and everything. Later in the night, I was rejected. Of course, it feels bad. In acting it is completely different. Modeling I know how it works but acting is a learning process. So I always try to see the positive side. When I face rejection I think to myself that there were around 100 people auditioning and you are the one who was shortlisted. So there is a reason behind it. You have to make peace with rejection and try to learn from them. Rejection will happen. Today maybe Deepika Padukone might be facing it. Everybody does. Maybe for one day it will haunt you or disturb you but you can not give up. Learn and grow, be a better version of youself."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Priyasha in the past 7-8 years has grown as a strong-headed, independent woman. She knows what she has to do in life and is very clear with her plans. Yet sometimes strongest individuals also can not figure out what next they have to do in life. As we all know the pandemic has been tough for every individual, be it mentally, physically, or financially. Priyasha told she has realized a lot of things in these months of covid. Also, these times have changed her in a more positive way. She has become stronger and grown as a better individual.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"I did not meet my parents for almost 1 and a half years. Here in Mumbai staying and surviving each day is really difficult. As this city is one of the most expensive cities. My close friends were always there to support me. Survival is the biggest thing over here. Planning everything and understanding how things work. But all these planning did not go well when this covid came.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Priyasha talking about the current fashion trends say,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"Nowadays straight pants are back in trend. White tee never goes out of fashion. I think basic denims with straight fit are quite in now. Also, sporty clothes are in trend. We can see people wearing a lot of sportswear, tracks and normal crop with joggers paired with colourful sneakers. You see these days designers are also going for comfort clothes. Gone are the days where long gowns were in trend. For particular occasion maybe we can wear it is a different thing altogether. Easy breezy clothes are in trend right now."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Priyasha's fitness goal is to get her abs back and eat healthily. She is strictly against cutting down on diet but promotes eating healthy food and avoiding junk. Moreover, she wants to indulge herself in martial arts after achieving her fitness goals. In the coming&nbsp; years,</p><p><br></p><p>Priyasha would focus more on her acting career. She really wants to do more acting projects. Also, she aims at buying a house in Mumbai and settling with her parents. Priyasha's interest lies a little towards astrology as well so she would like to learn Tarot cards.</p><p><br></p><p>Being an animal lover, Priyasha would like to adopt a dog and a cat if ever she gets a chance. She would love to connect with people who take care of animals and wishes do something for them. In the end, Priyasha's advice to all readers is,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"Make yourself a little positive. Don't involve yourself in the rat race. You have to understand your own journey and do what best you can do for yourself. That is what I believe in. Just follow your heart and at end of the day your subconscious mind will know what is right and wrong. Never give up in life. If you are only left with a very less amount in your bank account still do not give up on your dreams ."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Read: <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/if-you-work-hard-the-whole-universe-will-conspire-to-help-you-zeeshan-ali" target="_blank">“If you work hard the whole universe will conspire to help you”, Zeeshan Ali</a><br><br></p><p><strong><br></strong></p>

Priyasha Chaudhuri "You cannot stop rejections, rather learn from them and be a better version of yourself",

<p>“Life is full of hurdles, you have to face them one at a time with grace and dignity”, Krish Kapoor says. Sometimes, unpredictable things in our life are the turning points towards success. That is the story of our model from Mumbai, Krish Kapoor’s journey.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>“At first, I never thought that I would become a model. I always used to look at the industry with awe and loved what professionals did. I never knew what went behind creating such impactful campaigns and effective images.”</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>One night it suddenly struck him. Unlike any other day of his life, he got the motivation to try out his luck in this industry.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>“I was having dinner one night with some friends, two of them were stylists and one was a photographer. They suggested that I should send my pictures to modeling agencies and see what comes out of it. I thought they were joking but after I sent my pictures, everything fell into place.”</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>However, being in this industry has a great impact on Krish’s life.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>“Modeling has opened doors and windows of knowledge and opportunities for me. It has made me more independent and responsible for my activities and work. Moreover, it has given me a chance to meet many accomplished and creative minds which I may not have been able to work with and interact otherwise. I have become more punctual, determined, and disciplined than ever!”</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>To Krish, the good and bad are the same. He says they have just taught them more.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>“Good and bad are part and parcel of any industry. If you don’t experience the bad, you will never be able to appreciate the good. I have had great experiences and opportunities to work and interact with leading designers, photographers, make-up artists, and stylists. These professionals have embodied fashion and with every interaction, you only grow!”</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Krish is always empowered with a positive aura even when it comes to rejection as a part of life. He says they are just about the task at hand and not about personal capabilities.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>“A wise person told me, life is full of hurdles, you have to face them one at a time with grace and dignity. Every rejection is a learning lesson. However, that does not mean you are not good enough. In the modeling industry, it only means that your look is not currently suitable for that particular job. Maybe a few months down the line, your look will be perfect for it. So rejection is not a reflection on your performance, it is merely an unmatched perception.”</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Keeping up with this positive attitude, he also shared about his hobbies and likings.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>&nbsp;“It is extremely necessary to pursue interests and hobbies outside of modeling. I love playing badminton and swimming, I find that very relaxing and it is a good way to remain fit! Recently, I discovered the art of making candles and I have been hooked ever since! So these days, I spend my free time creating formulations for candles and home décor.”</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><blockquote class="instagram-media" style="background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);" data-instgrm-captioned="" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/CNU-ihYpyUn/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading" data-instgrm-version="14">
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<p><br></p><p>He also shared his experiences, working with the <a href="https://www.instagram.com/fdciofficial/" target="_blank">FDCI</a> camp. He was among the top 3.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>“My experience has been fabulous. It has unraveled countless insights into the fashion industry in India. I was lucky to be trained by the supermodel and pantheress of the runway, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lakshmirana/">Lakshmi Rana</a> at the <a href="https://www.instagram.com/wilderbeetalentcamp/">Wilderbee Talent Camp</a> in association with FDCI. Moreover, to be interacting with profound individuals like Mr. Sunil Sethi, Chairman of FDCI, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/llrakshasinghll/">Raksha Singh</a> (Image Consultant), <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kaushikanu/">Anu Kaushik</a> (Makeup Artist), Supermodels like<a href="https://www.instagram.com/rachelbayros/"> Rachel Bayros</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/vaibhavanandd/">Vaibhav Anand</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/zanderlama_official/">Zander Lama</a> and more, is nothing but an honor.</strong></p><p><strong>At the Wilderbee Talent Camp, I was lucky enough to be placed as one of the top 3 performers. Working with leading brands and fashion houses has been amazing. The level of professionalism is unmatched!”</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Along with this, Krish Kapoor is also indulging with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/onemanagement/" target="_blank">One Management in New York</a> apart from<a href="https://www.instagram.com/inega.in/" target="_blank"> INEGA</a>. Moreover, he also worked with renowned companies like <a href="https://www.instagram.com/vigourmagazine/" target="_blank">Vigour Magazine</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/vogueindia/" target="_blank">Vogue India</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/vogueitalia/" target="_blank">Vogue Italia</a>, and other fashion publications.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>“The Vogue Italia project was a fashion film. Working with international creatives from the heart of fashion – Milan showcased and put light upon new avenues of fashion. Right from fittings to the actual shoot, the experience is something I cannot forget. Being featured in Vogue India, Vogue Italia and other fashion publications have been very motivating for me.”</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><blockquote class="instagram-media" style="background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);" data-instgrm-captioned="" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/tv/CIn6cCTJlh1/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading" data-instgrm-version="14">
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<p><br></p><p>Though modeling is a passion, if not modeling Krish was sure about his career anyway.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>“If not modeling, I would prefer a career that is just as exhilarating as this one. Something that keeps me busy and helps me grow. I only see that in Management Consultancy. So if not modeling, it will be Management Consultancy.”</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>He says, financial stability is necessary and we should always make our plans accordingly.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>“Whether modeling or not, it is always nice to have multiple sources of income. As a model, it is very important to keep a tally of the jobs you have done and payments that are still to come in. My agents often help me keep this tally and it always remains seamless this way.”</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Usually, models have very hectic schedules. To cope up with that Krish keeps his routine pre-planned and sorted.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>“As a model, some days can get very hectic. It is very important to follow a schedule that allows you to accommodate all your tasks. Oftentimes, work can go on till the wee hours of the morning but like any other job, you have to stay committed and give each task your best. I prefer pre-planning my day in advance where I list down all I am going to accomplish in the day with some free time to just be with myself and unwind.”</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>However, to keep himself fit and focused, he follows a simple routine.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>“A hot cup of hibiscus tea and a good run is what helps me stay fit and focused.”</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>In the end, he said,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>“The only piece of advice I would like to give is DO NOT GIVE UP. The harder you try, the luckier you get. The industry is at the helm of change. I strongly believe that the wave of inclusivity is going to pave many opportunities for new talent in India and across the world.”</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Read: <a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/every-role-is-the-same-for-me-kashyap-soni" target="_blank">“Every Role Is The Same For Me”, Kashyap Soni</a><br></p>

“Life is full of hurdles, you have to face them one at a time with grace and dignity”, Krish Kapoor

<p>Your voice and your personality have the power to influence people around you. Rhea Resham Bari from Bhubaneshwar, Odisha is one such fashion model who is inspiring women in her state to follow their dreams. Coming from a conservative community Rhea created her path towards success. Being an influential personality, she has engaged herself in a lot of social initiatives. So, during the interview, Rhea shared her modeling journey.</p><p><br></p><p>Rhea always liked being in front of the camera and wanted to be in limelight. She started her modeling career when she was pursuing theatres at Christ University, Bengaluru. Her parents always supported her dreams and believed in her true potential.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"Initially, I wanted to become an actor but then I realized that you know&nbsp; when you like something. You figure while you are in the journey. Maybe not acting but modeling is something I really want to do. I started with Prasad Bidapa modeling agency. And then, it just happened I started doing shows and shows after that. I thought, getting into modeling would pave the path for the girls in my community. I wanted to do it for me initially, but there are some girls who come tell me that you inspire us and we aspire to be like you. This is something that motivates me to take it further."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Rhea won the title of <span style="font-weight: 400;">first runner-up at World Supermodel India in 2016. Sharing the challenges she faced, Rhea told us that the very first challenge was she did not know the basics of participating in a pageant. She was neither prepared nor had the skills to participate.&nbsp;</span></p><p><br></p><p><strong>"For me, it was a big challenge as my studies were going and it was a bit difficult to convince my parents that I have to pursue it. I asked my parents that I can study later but maybe this is one chance you can give me. Because as much glamour that you see, it takes a lot of effort and you have to be the best in this field. You have to be number 1 you can not be number 2 to have that attention and to have all the eyes on you. So yes that was the challenge for me, but then it worked out."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>After participating in the pageant, people around her started asking Rhea about what is her next plan and how would she take it further. Also, back then people suggested she participate in reality shows. So she decided to take part in the famous modeling reality show <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mtvindia/" target="_blank">India's Next Top Model</a>. Sharing her experience, Rhea says,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>After rigorous rounds of interviewing and selection process. We were made to go for styling and hair makeup. They wanted me to look a little dark on camera. Then they made me ask questions also that do you have any issues with your skin tone. So I was like no not really I am very comfortable with my skin tone. They cut that part off, they did not telecast it. I thought maybe they have certain criteria.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>All those things happen. Also, they wanted me to talk more about my background and from where I come, the whole tribal story they wanted to show on TV. Earlier I wanted to do these reality shows. Later I realized the fact that everything which is shown on TV is not true. Maybe the situation can be true but not everything.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><blockquote class="instagram-media" style="background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);" data-instgrm-captioned="" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/Bo4XwGQn3Bq/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading" data-instgrm-version="14">
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<p><br></p><p>When asked about how credible these reality shows are and do they give any future opportunities, Rhea told that they do not give any better opportunities later. But sometimes it is completely opposite. If a person wants fame then it is a good platform.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"I have seen some super successful models also and people who participate in the show getting good opportunities. But sometimes it is another way around also. Even in my case, I thought that it would give me that fame and reach but it did not. You have to have that spark in you and masala(spice) in you to make a mark."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Rhea is always into social work and helps people around her. So when asked about what career option she would have chosen for herself apart from modeling, Rhea expressed that maybe she would have done law. Be in the government sector or maybe have become a politician.</p><p><br></p><p>As mentioned above Rhea is into helping people, so during the lockdown, she started an initiative named <a href="https://www.instagram.com/voiceoftribals/" target="_blank">Voice of Tribals</a>. She realized at the point that many people are there are suffering from a lot of issues and they need a voice to survive. Explaining more, Rhea says,</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"Last year, in Odisha a girl was murdered and people were blaming the family. There was something related to Article 15(movie). That disturbed me, and I started raising my voice for it. I started creating awareness about it and we need to do something. I got a lot of support from many people and a lot of people got in touch."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><blockquote class="instagram-media" style="background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);" data-instgrm-captioned="" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/CMWOnWsriAd/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading" data-instgrm-version="14">
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<p><br></p><p>Rhea is a person who likes being connected to her roots and culture. Talking about the fashion trends in Odisha, Rhea told Odisha is very rich in handloom designs. Lately, she has been promoting it on her Instagram.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>We shoot at these heritage sites as well so that they can also get attention as much as fashion. We need this attention and we are good at it so why not show it of to the world. Also, we have these temple which are so old and very rich handloom site and these weavers and artist. I absolutely love Odisha in terms of that.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Talking about facing rejections and criticism, Rhea mentioned that everything in the modeling industry is very sugar-coated. People really do not tell where you go wrong. They do not say things in a mean way.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"When you are new you are very open to criticism. I was training with a person who told me that I would not do well in this field of modeling. She was my mentor and for someone who has put in so much faith is telling you this, this somewhere demotivated me. But then my parents motivated me and told me that someone can't tell you what you can do and what you don't. So I took part in the pageant and surprisingly I was the runner-up. Sometimes this criticism helps you to be a better version of yourself.</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>I have faced rejections but never took it to my heart. I apply this in my daily life that if somehting does not work out I do not sit back and cry. So I try to improve myself and think that is something people should focus on."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Rhea has been inspiring a lot of women out there to follow their dreams and hearts. While describing how she feels, Rhea said that she wants to thank all the women around her. She has learned to make a way for herself because of them.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>&nbsp;"It really makes me feel happy that at least I am one percent close to people whom I look up to. Again I want to be like them, we always look up to people, and the women I am surrounded by are empowered. So I always use this line "Empowered Women, Empower Women". I have seen that in my surroundings and that inspires me to do spmething for the young girls around me. It is not about pulling each other down, it is about holding hands and walking equally."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>When asked about what impact had modeling thrown on her life, Rhea says the fact I am giving this interview and people know me is all because of modeling.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>"I do not think if I would have chosen any other career I would have had this exposure. I am very happy I chose it, I believed it in myself and so did my family. They gave me that support and help to follow my dreams. I could make a name for myself. Everybody I have worked with have been super humble and I am so much grateful to them. People were very welcoming and warm. That is something I love about modeling. Also, everything I have today is because of modeling."</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Read:<a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/every-role-is-the-same-for-me-kashyap-soni" target="_blank"> “Every Role Is The Same For Me”, Kashyap Soni</a><br><br></p>

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<p>Every role is the same for me model Kashyap Soni stepped into the modeling industry with no knowledge of how the industry works. He hails from a family that runs a legacy business. He did Mechanical Engineering and was the topper of his college. Kashyap started working in this industry in 2018. Then, he had no clue that he will become so passionate about acting and modeling.</p><p><br></p><p>After completion of his college, he started working upon himself and started grooming himself. Afterward, his trainer Sangram Singh motivated Kashyap to go ahead for this industry. With the help of his mentor, he was selected for his first advertisement shoot with a Gujarati Actor Ravi Sharma. It was his first breakthrough into the industry.</p><p><br></p><p>His family has been supportive, always. Even after knowing little about how this industry works, they have been a pillar of support. He has won many pageants and triumphs in the modeling industry too. Moreover, Kashyap is also keen on acting.</p><p><br></p><p>After his successful advertisement shoot, he competed for Mr. India 2018 in Bangalore and finished off winning it. It was a great learning experience for him with the very famous jury, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sonal_monteiro_official/" target="_blank">Sonal Monteiro</a>, and many more.</p><p><br></p><blockquote class="instagram-media" style="background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);" data-instgrm-captioned="" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/CR8oRVrr9Bj/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading" data-instgrm-version="14">
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<p><br></p><p>Kashyap was Mr. Ambitious 2018 and 1<sup>st</sup> runner-up in Mr. Ahmedabad 2018. Moreover, he has worked with brands like <a href="https://www.instagram.com/amazondotin/" target="_blank">Amazon</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/flipkart/" target="_blank">Flipkart</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lee_harvest_official/" target="_blank">Lee Harvest</a> from Gujarat, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/anandguptacouture/" target="_blank">Anand Gupta couture</a> from Mumbai. He has also been part of many Gujarati short films. Also featured in Gujarati and Hindi. He also does shoot for Radha Mira Creation garments whose owner is Bharat Boliya. Kashyap also worked in the video song dedicated to our respected <a href="https://www.instagram.com/narendramodi/" target="_blank">Prime Minister Narendra Modi</a> as praise for what he did for the Nation and homeland Gujarat. It was sung by very profound singers of Bollywood, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/vedsharmaofficial/" target="_blank">Ved Sharma</a>, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/avaniejoshiofficial/" target="_blank">Avanie Joshi</a>.</p><p><br></p><blockquote class="instagram-media" style="background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);" data-instgrm-captioned="" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/CQdIYpZLWAa/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading" data-instgrm-version="14">
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<p><br></p><p>It was quite challenging for Kashyap in the initial stage. The main reason for his rejection from films and roles was his Gujarati undertone in speech. However, his hard work and dedication on his correcting his speech paid off. Later, he was getting small side roles in the film industry.</p><p><br></p><p>His journey was easy, although he met many fraudsters along the way. However, he believes they turned out to be the stairs to success for him. The people were actually, contacting real models and this helped Kashyap to network. He later got in contact with them and started knowing people from the industry.</p><p><br></p><p>He has also been betrayed at times, but he kept on going without letting this hamper his work.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>“My close ones betrayed me many time. Though I never said anything to them even after knowing everything. I simply ignored it and kept on focusing on my hard work. One day everyone will see my work.”</strong></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Kashyap is also the brand ambassador of Heritage Hill and Weekend Villas in Rajasthan and Athiz Resort of Sasan-Gir, Gujarat. He has many skills up his sleeve. He is a jury, fashion choreographer, and director as well.</p><p><br></p><p>Soon, Kashyap Soni going to be the part of jury member for the fashion reality show Universal Top Model including <a href="https://www.instagram.com/princenarula/" target="_blank">Prince Narula</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/priyanksharmaaa/" target="_blank">Priyank Sharma</a> organized by VSM Production.</p><p><br></p><blockquote class="instagram-media" style="background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);" data-instgrm-captioned="" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/CSHialdsYp6/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading" data-instgrm-version="14">
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<p><br></p><p><br>Kashyap is one of those models whose journeys seem easy on the outside, while the struggles they face are real. Hope his story helps as an inspiration to you as it was to us.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Read: </strong><a href="https://WMH.kweesha.com/from-indian-navy-to-fashion-industry-ashish-conquered-both" target="_blank"><strong>From Indian Navy to Fashion Industry, Ashish Conquered Both</strong></a></p>