‘Mastani’ Deepika Padukone walks the ramp for Anju Modi at Blenders Pride Fashion Tour 2015

Mastani Deepika Padukone turned showstopper for designer Anju Modi at the Blenders Pride Fashion week.


The 11th edition of Blenders Pride Fashion Tour 2015 commenced in Gurgaon on 17th October 2015 at Hotel Leela, presenting a transcending collaboration of creative inspirations and fine influences. Famous Couturier Anju Modi who has designed several looks in the film showcased her line inspired by ‘Bajirao Mastani’. Deepika Padukone brought alive the spirit of Mastani, a multi-faceted woman with progressive attributes, as she walked the ramp donning the finale creation, her original outfit from the ambitious song. Models came forth on the ramp, with ensembles that highlighted marked influences of the traditional Marathi outfits and authentic Persian costumes.


This year at Blenders Pride Fashion tour, the audiences witnessed a collaboration when the song Deewani Mastani’ from Eros International and Bhansali Productions’ ‘Bajirao Mastani’ was launched at the Blenders Pride Fashion Tour 2015. Sanjay Leela Bhansali is all set to present to audiences his period drama, ‘Bajirao Mastani’ starring Ranveer Singh, Deepika Padukone and Priyanka Chopra ‘Bajirao Mastani’ is one of the most anticipated films in the history of Indian cinema.

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Deepika looked every bit royal as she walked on the ramp amidst loud cheers in a layered ensemble in shades of pink, red and yellow comprising of red lehenga adorned with floral prints and layered dupatta.


“This (Blenders Pride fashion Tour) is sort of where I started my career. We did shows in Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru. So, I’m excited and nervous”,said, Deepika.
Modi’s collection captured the atmosphere with its sheer brilliance as models came forth on the ramp, with ensembles that highlight influences of the traditional Marathi outfits and authentic Persian costumes. Each piece was a page from the book of history, illustrating the era.


Deepika asserts that the whole team should be credited with and applauded for the character’s look, and not just the actor.
“I have always believed that styling is very important in making a character look convincing. It is a team effort — director’s vision, team’s hard work to bring it alive,” Deepika said.


Modi asserts that the “costumes imbibe different characteristics of the characters”.
“I have recreated the whole era by thinking about the costumes. It was a challenge as there was very limited reference material,” Modi said.


The track titled “Deewani Mastani” was launched at Day One of Blenders Pride Fashion Tour 2015 here on Saturday.‘Bajirao Mastani’ will release worldwide on18th December. One of the highlight of the show was live music and vocals entwined with rustic beats by MIDIval Punditz and Kutle Khan.