Figuring Fashion Podcast
Figuring Fashion Podcast is India's first podcast dedicated to fashion, travel, and lifestyle. It features interviews with top designers, models, makeup artists, stylists, photographers, and other industry professionals who share their knowledge, experience, and lifestyle insights.
Episodes
You’re Styling Yourself Wrong ⚠️ : Colours, Body Type & Styling Mistakes | Kalyani Menon | FF26
✨ How much does styling really change your life?In this episode of Figuring Fashion Podcast, Host Arvind Karthik sits down with Kalyani Menon — Personal Stylist, Wedding Stylist, Colour Analysis Expert & Personal Shopper — to uncover the science, psychology and business of styling.From discovering your personal style and understanding colour analysis to avoiding common fashion mistakes, luxury
Model Life Is Not What You Think: Rejection, Fake Promises& Influencer Pressure|Niharika Sood|FF25
In this episode of Figuring Fashion Podcast, Host Arvind Karthik sits down with Niharika Sood a prominent model, Miss Universe Telangana, fashion influencer, and emerging voice in India’s fashion creator space to uncover the real side of modelling, pageantry, fashion events, brand collaborations, and content creation. ✨What you’ll discover in this episode:🎭 From academics to modelling — how Nihari
Why Actors Secretly Struggle With Mental Health !? | Shrisha | FF24
In this episode of Figuring Fashion Podcast, Host Arvind Karthik sits down Shrisha who is a rising actor and model in the South Indian film industry, known for her work in films and high-profile brand campaigns. On this episode of Figuring Fashion, she shares the real side of modelling & acting — beyond the glamour. 🎬🎙️ What You’ll Discover in This Episode:🎭 Modelling & Acting as an Offbea
Celebrity Dentist Reveals The Secret To A Confident Smile & Mistakes | Dr.Preethi Udhayaraja | FF23
In this episode of Figuring Fashion Podcast, Host Arvind Karthik sits down Dr. Preethi Udayarajya who is an esteemed Orthodontist & Smile Designer with 15+ years of experience, known for transforming smiles and boosting confidence through advanced Aesthetic Dentistry. She is also a Diamond Plus Invisalign Provider, trusted for helping patients achieve beautiful, natural-looking smiles through
The Truth About Fashion Education & Why New Designers Struggle ! | Fareeda Khan | FF22
In this episode of Figuring Fashion Podcast, Host Arvind Karthik sits down with Fareeda Khan — Founder & Director of FIDA – The Design School (associated with New York Institute of Fashion – NIF Global, Medhavi University & London School of Trends), award-winning fashion educator, interior designer, and global mentor — shares powerful insights for aspiring fashion students, young designer
Photographers: Stop Doing These Painful Mistakes ⚠️ | FF21 | Shreyans Dungarwal
In this episode of Figuring Fashion Podcast, Host Arvind Karthik sits down with Shreyans Dungarwal who is one of India’s leading fashion photographers known for working with top celebrities like Tamannaah Bhatia, Aditi Rao Hydari, Rashmika Mandanna, Rashi Khanna, Niddhi Aggarwal, Arman Malik, Nora Fatehi, Malaika Arora, Arjun Kapoor, and Miss India winners including Harnaaz Sandhu & Manasa Var
Top Celeb Makeup Artist Reveals Skincare Mistakes & Pro MUA Secrets | Samantha | FF20
In this episode of Figuring Fashion Podcast, Host Arvind Karthik sits down with Samantha Jagan who is South India’s Top Celebrity Makeup Artist for a brutally honest conversation about makeup, mistakes brides make, and the reality of the beauty industry.She has done 4000+ brides, 100+ makeup shoots, and worked with stars like Trisha, Surya, Siddharth, Andrea, Rakul Preet, Amala Paul, Madhavan, Sim
Top Wedding Planner Reveals Secrets to Standing Out & Truth Behind Destination Weddings | Reema Thakkar | FF19
n this episode of Figuring Fashion Podcast, Host Arvind Karthik sits down Reema Thakkar Tiwari – the force behind South India’s grandest weddings and founder of Spize Weddings & Events where she reveals the untold truths of luxury wedding planning. From celebrity celebrations to destination weddings across the Maldives and Palm Jumeirah, this episode takes you inside the world of big, beautifu
EXPERT CELEB STYLIST : ₹4.5 Lakh Replicas, Problems in Styling South Brides & Celebs | Rukimi Nitin | FF18
In this episode of Figuring Fashion Podcast, Host Arvind Karthik sits down Rukmini Nitin – South India’s one of the emerging and leading stylist, bringing national fashion houses to South India's Red carpets, Movies, and Weddings. Get ready for insider stories, styling secrets, and lessons for aspiring stylists!✨ What you’ll learn in this episode: 👰 Bridal Styling Secrets – Balancing the bride
Amar Ramesh on Attracting High Paying Clients , Avoiding Payment Delays, Team Building & More | FF18
📸 In this episode of Figuring Fashion Podcast, Host Arvind Karthik sits down with Amar Ramesh, one of South India’s elite wedding photographers with 750+ weddings across 22 countries, a string of prestigious awards, and an entrepreneurial journey that redefined the wedding photography industry. They discuss about the following✨ Amar’s Tipping Point – How he started photography and got his first we
CELEBRITY BRIDES Want This ONE Thing From Their Makeup Artists! | Salomi Rinita Diamond | FF16
🚨 In this episode of Figuring Fashion Podcast, Host Arvind Karthik chats with Salomi Rinita Diamond, a top bridal makeup artist who's worked with over 1000 brides and high-profile celebrities like Mega Akash, Manjima Mohan, Kalidas Jayram, Tarini Kalingarayar, Ritu Varma, and more! 💄✨ How did Diamond Artistry begin? Hear about Salomi’s journey from starting her own bridal makeup team to buildi
I Was Asked This at LAKMÉ FASHION WEEK! | Vivek Karunakaran | FF15
🎙️ In this episode of Figuring Fashion Podcast we sit down with fashion designer Vivek Karunakaran, a true trailblazer in the fashion industry! 🎬👗 From Fashion Student to GQ’s Best Dressed Man: Hear about Vivek’s journey from NIFT to being featured in GQ’s Best Dressed Men for 4 years. 🌟 👔 Bandi’s and Shackets Obsession: Dive into his unique love for Bandi’s and Shackets, and how he creates timele
Photographers: Stop Saying Yes to These Requests | Anita Kamaraj | FF14
🎙️ In this episode of Figuring Fashion Podcast, we sit down with incredibly talented Anita Kamaraj, one of the few women photographers making waves in South India’s fashion scene. Here’s what’s in store:👩🦰 Breaking Barriers as a Female Photographer: Anita spills the tea on how she navigates a male-dominated industry and built her dream career.🌞 Natural Light vs Artificial Light: Ever wondered why
Photographers: Don’t Let This Happen to You | Maran Rajapandian | FF13
🎥 In this episode of Figuring Fashion, we sit down with Maran Rajapandian a seasoned Fashion Photographer & Film Maker whose career has been anything but ordinary. From working with icons like Sabyasachi, Deepika Padukone, and Kajal Aggarwal, to traveling the world shooting in iconic locations, we dive into the creative journey behind the lens. 📸🔑 Key Topics:The balance of being good at both p
My Biggest Lesson From Working With Celebrities as MUA | Sneha MNJ | FF12
🎙️ Sneha Manoj: Celebrity Makeup Artist Reveals Secrets 💄✨In this exciting episode of the Figuring Fashion Podcast, we sit down with the incredibly talented Sneha Manoj, a celebrity makeup artist who has worked with top celebrities and brought flawless makeup looks to life for various occasions.If you're a makeup artist looking to elevate your skills, or just someone passionate about getting i
Makeup Artist REVEALS Tips to work with TOP CELEBRITIES | Kalwon Beauty | FF11
In this exciting episode of the Figuring Fashion Podcast, we sit down with the incredibly talented Nandhini Raju, also known as Kalwon Beauty, a celebrity makeup artist who has worked with top celebrities and brought flawless makeup looks to life for various occasions.If you're a makeup artist looking to elevate your skills, or just someone passionate about getting into the world of beauty, th
Self Taught Fashion DESIGNER REVEALS his Journey to Hollywood | Ashwin Thiyagarajan | FF10
Self-Taught Fashion Designer Ashwin Thiyagarajan REVEALS His Journey to Hollywood & Fashion Industry Secrets 🎬✨Want to become a successful fashion designer but don’t know where to start? In this exclusive podcast, Ashwin Thiyagarajan shares his inspiring journey from being an engineering graduate to designing for Hollywood celebrities like Isha Ambani and international stars—all without a form
Gokul REVEALS how to be a Professional Model & Win Mr India, Mr World | FF09
Welcome to another episode of Figuring Fashion. In this Episode we dive into the inspiring journey of Gokul Ganesh, the winner of Mr. India 2024, as he shares a wealth of knowledge and practical tips for aspiring male models and beauty pageant contestants in this must-watch podcast episode. Whether you're a newcomer to modeling or aiming for prestigious titles like Mr. India or Mr. World, Gokul re
Costume Stylist REVEALS Process of Styling & Costs, Union Card Requirement for Movies & More | FF08
Welcome to another episode of Figuring Fashion. In this episode we have discussed about our Guest Anusha Meenakshi's Journey in becoming a stylist and Costume designer, Styling Men vs Women, Process of Styling Men, Union Card requirement for a Costume designer, 2025 styling trends, how much does men's styling costs and the dark side of being a stylist
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Sudharshan on working with Actor Vijay, Prabas, Pooja & Payment for Photographers & More | The Storyteller India | FF07
Welcome to another episode of Figuring Fashion. In this episode we have discussed about our Guest Sudharshan Balaji's reason behind the name The Storyteller India, Process of working in movies, his experience working with Actor Vijay (G.O.A.T), Actor Simbu (Maanadu), Actor Prabhas (Radhe Shyam, Saaho), payment culture for photographers, shooting photo and video at the same time and more
Krithika on Sabyasachi, Agencies, Payment Culture, Skillsets, $$$ Models Make | Krithika Babu | FF06
Welcome to another episode of Figuring Fashion. In this episode we have discussed about our Guest Krithika Babu’s Journey in becoming a model, her experience winning Miss India South 2010, her experience working with Sabyasachi, Atul Kasbekar - Kingfisher Calendar 2021 and more. She also shares her thoughts on Modelling Agencies, Payment culture for models, how much money do models make, skillsets
Ganesh Toasty On Lighting, Assistants, Approaching models & More | FF05
Welcome to another episode of Figuring Fashion. In this episode we have discussed about our Guest Ganesh Toasty's Journey in becoming a Fashion Photographer, his experience with Analog Photography, how to approach a model with NO budget, a photographers expectation from a Model , are assistants important for photography
South India’s RAREST Wedding Stylist opens up | Mehndi Jashnani | FF04
Welcome to another episode of Figuring Fashion. In this episode we have discussed about our Guest Mehndi Jashnani's Journey in becoming a stylist, her experience as a model and how she decided to get into styling, the process of bridal styling, Mehndi's recommendations as a bridal stylist, her favourite celebrity look and more. Host Arvind Karthik also shared his experience as a photographer.
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MEET the Designer Who Dressed INDIA's TOP STARS for 25 YEARS ! | FF03
Welcome to another episode of Figuring Fashion. In this episode we have discussed about our Guest Chaitanya Rao's Journey in becoming a Fashion & Costume Designer, His experience working with to celebrities like Asin, Trisha, Nayanthara, Shreya, Priyanka Chopra, Madhavan, Simran, Jyotika and more. We have also discussed about Difference between Costume Designer & Fashion Designer, Chaitany
Makeup Artist Reveals - Products, Learning, Bridal vs Fashion, Collaboration | FF02
Welcome to another episode of Figuring Fashion. In this episode we have discussed about our guest Adithya Srinivasan's Journey in becoming a Makeup Artist, how someone should choose their makeup institute if they decide to learn makeup, difference between Bridal Makeup Vs Makeup for Shoots, Can celebrity makeup artists put makeup for other people and mainly, are expensive products really necessary
Celebrity Gown Designer John Tyson from John& Ananth opens up about his knowledge & experience | FF01
Welcome to pilot episode of Figuring Fashion. In this episode we have discussed about John's Journey in becoming a designer, how he specialises only in Gowns in a market full of designers who do everything, his experience dressing celebrities like Keerthy Suresh, Janhvi Kapoor, Shruthi Haasan & more for Shoots, Red Carpet and even Live Performances. Host Arvind Karthik has also discussed about
