Beyond Streetwear: Dhruv Khurana’s Vision for Almost Gods

Almost Gods, founded by Dhruv Khurana, stands out in India’s streetwear space by weaving mythological, historical, and cultural narratives into its designs. With a vision to create globally appealing yet deeply rooted offerings, the brand is redefining homegrown streetwear.Podcast, Season 2

Reviving Craftsmanship: Monica Shah on Jade’s Grassroots Vision

Episode 7 of Backstage with Blur the Border features Monica Shah of Jade, sharing insights on the Grassroots Artisan Project, blending India’s artisanal legacy with modern global relevance.Podcast, Season 2

Craft, Community, and Storytelling: Sreesha Shetty, Founder of ShopLune

Sreesha Shetty, founder of Lune, has turned her passion for handcrafted jewelry into a leading female-run label, favored by stylists and celebrities. Unlike trend-driven brands, Lune reflects Sreesha’s artistic vision, offering timeless statement and everyday pieces. With stores in Mumbai and Goa and a strong online presence, Lune has grown from a passion project to one of India's top jewelry labels. For aspiring entrepreneurs, Sreesha’s journey is a testament to building a brand rooted in creativity.Podcast, Season 2

Building a Belief-Led Brand with Raul Rai, Co-founder of Nicobar

Raul discusses his transition from investment banking to entrepreneurship, co-founding Nicobar with Simran Lal. The conversation explores the brand's commitment to mindful consumption, creating timeless designs, and balancing aspiration with accessibility. Raul also emphasizes learning from customers, the role of luck, and personal growth from taking risks. The episode offers insightful advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.Podcast, Season 2

The Creative Force Behind Valliyan: Nitya Arora

Nitya Arora, the founder of Valliyan, has been a pivotal force in India's homegrown brand revolution, showcasing her talents in curation, styling, and creative direction, with notable achievements in 2024 including a standout Lakme Fashion Week presentation and the opening of a new store in Kala Ghoda, Mumbai.Podcast, Season 2

People, Stories, and Collaboration with Pranav Misra, Co-founder of Huemn

Pranav Misra of Huemn shares insights on balancing creativity and business, emphasizing individuality and storytelling over transactions.Podcast, Season 2

Making Luxury Matter with Shivam Punjya, Founder of behno New York

Shivam Punjya, an academic and researcher, founded the premium leather handbag brand behno New York with a strong focus on social impact at every stage of production. Born and raised in California, he launched behno New York in the US, and it has now become a favorite among Indian homegrown labels. Recently, behno New York signed Katrina Kaif as the brand ambassador for its Indian launch. This episode explores behno New York's growth and how Shivam has blended luxury with social responsibility.Podcast, Season 2

Backstage with Blur The Border Season 2

Backstage with Blur the Border is back with its second edition of the weekly podcast series. In this podcast, we go behind the scenes to discover India’s booming fashion industry through a fresh lens.Podcast

Backstage with Vivek Sahni, founder of Kama Ayurveda

In this episode, the founder of Kama Ayurveda shares essential tips on establishing a successful store, staying connected with customers, perfecting your products, and maintaining uncompromising quality.Podcast, Season 2

What can homegrown brands do better?

While homegrown labels have been able to bridge that gap between two categories that have continually shaped Indian fashion - international labels and traditional Indian designers -fashion insiders underscore a few key areas that still await exploration.Podcast

Indian Menswear: The Industry’s shift from safe to bold

India's leading stylists discuss the emerging landscape of Indian menswear on the first season of Backstage with Blur The BorderIndia On The Map, Podcast

Backstage with Vinita Makhija – Fashion Stylist and Writer

In this ninth episode of Backstage with Blur The Border, we speak to Vinita about her multifaceted professional roles and how she integrates her profound passion for repurposing into her career as a stylistPodcast

Backstage with Aastha Sharma – Film & Wedding Stylist

In this eighth episode of Backstage with Blur The Border, we speak to Aastha about how fashion is her calling and the growing popularity of Indian homegrown brands and designersPodcast

Backstage with Shreeja Rajagopal – Celebrity and Wedding Stylist

In this seventh episode of Backstage with Blur The Border, we speak to Shreeja about her journey from an outsider to an ace stylist and starting her own venturePodcast

Backstage with Divyak D’Souza – Stylist and Costume Designer

In this sixth episode of Backstage with Blur The Border, we speak to Divyak about the difference between styling for ad campaigns and editorial shoots, and his advice for newcomers in the industryPodcast

Backstage with Anisha Jain – Celebrity Stylist

In this fifth episode of Backstage with Blur The Border, we speak to Anisha about the significance of recognizing the value of one's own work and the challenges of being a celebrity stylistPodcast

Backstage with Isha Bhansali – Celebrity Menswear Stylist

In this fourth episode of Backstage with Blur The Border, we speak to Isha on her shift from editorial styling to menswear styling and her advice on starting out in the industry.Podcast

Backstage with Prayag Menon – Stylist and Creative Consultant

In this third episode of Backstage with Blur The Border, we speak to Prayag about his journey from being a pilot to a self-taught stylist and art director and his thoughts on Indian fashion's global stancePodcast

Backstage with Meagan Concessio – Fashion Stylist

In this second episode of Backstage with Blur The Border, we speak to Meagan about her creative process when it comes to styling an A-list actorPodcast

Backstage with Eka Lakhani – Stylist and Costume Designer

In this first episode of Backstage with Blur The Border, we dive deep into both her work as a costume designer and stylist and how she started her styling company Team E.Podcast

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