THE EVENT
Karan Johar
Host of Lycra MTV Style Awards 2006
Finally the news is out! The host of the LMSA 2006 is none other than Drama King – Bollywood director Karan Johar. In between his shoot for the host profile Karan spoke to us on Style, his most stylish city and why he thinks Jennifer Aniston is his most stylish Hollywood person. And no we didn't get casted for his next movie.
"Style is an individual statement. Just being yourself, is being the most stylish" says Karan. According to him, KANK was his most stylish film. "KKHH was brand conscious, K3G was opulent while KANK had a very understated, very subtle style to it." So who is the most stylish female in the industry? "Preity Zinta because of her personality" and from the yesteryears "Zeenat Aman", comes the reply. And what about Hollywood? "Jennifer Aniston and Angelina Jolie. While Jen is the classic American girl type, Angelina has that very sexy style about her", he says.
His debut film, 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai' drove the fashionistas crazy and made Shah Rukh the unofficial GAP ambassador. So if he had to choose the Most Stylish Actor (Male) which one will it be - SRK or Abhishek? "Hmm... that's a tough one, since Shah Rukh's look in KANK was more grungy while Abhishek had that certain elegant maturity in his style. But then their characters were poles apart too" replies Karan. "Style can never be bigger than the star. Look at Amitabh Bachchan. He's the biggest style icon of our country" he says.
Talking about style quotient, Karan's surely got an edge over most Bollywood directors. "Style isn't everything. Over the top style can never be a substitute for a weak script" he says. The acclaimed director thinks Milan is the most stylish city in the world but agrees that "Tokyo has it's own sense of style as well."
This years nominations include his best pals, his closest as well as not so close colleagues. There's both Rani and Preity for the Most Stylish Actor (Female) and there's Manish Malhotra vs. Rocky S, both designers for his film.
Watch out for the Karan Johar host profile spots on MTV.
PERFORMERS
The gurus of fashion will groove to the baaps of the Indian music scene. From Anu Malik to Bappi Lahiri and JJ Vallaya to Ritu Kumar, we proudly present the performers and designers of the Lycra MTV Style Awards 2006!
Bappi Lahiri and Neeta Lulla
Remember the white Salwar Kameez Sridevi wore in Chandni, the shimmering choli Ash was clad in Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam and the richness in Taal and Devdas? Well, it's not just the glitz and glamour she is good at; the entire look she gave the team at Kisna was one of her toughest and most successful projects. Neeta Lulla's surely done it all!
And now imagine this dynamic designer's collection being showcased on the music of Bollywood's beloved Disco King – Bappi da! He has given his gaan to the industry for over 35 years and can be solely credited for introducing Disco music in India. He has had a grand comeback and is set to rock the show, yet again!
Anu Malik and Ritu Kumar
He grew up listening to The Beatles and Elvis Presley, later got hooked on to R.D. Burman and listens to Pandit Bhimsen Joshi for further 'inspiration'. After blockbusters like Baazigar, Akele Hum Akele Tum, Border, Virasat and the much celebrated music of Munnabhai MBBS he is back with his music in Jaaneman, Zindaggi Rocks and Umrao Jaan.
And as Anu Malik plays along, Bridal wear Goddess Ritu Kumar will showcase her collection alongside. She has dressed several Miss India participants and the gorgeous Lara Dutta, Priyanka Chopra and Diya Mirza looked their gorgeous selves thanks to this one heck of a woman!
Will she stick to Bridal wear or will Anu Malik 'inspire' her for something 'different' this time. You will have to wait and watch!
Rahul & Rohit Gandhi with Pritam
Our Dhoom Machale Pritam caught on to the success charts after this song was runaway hit. It led to the fantastic music of the film Gangster and now the much awaited sequel Dhoom2 is also in his hands. Maybe he gives you a l'il sneak peek!
With Pritam's macho dhoom music on one side and heart-melting 'Ya ali' on the other, Rahul and Rohit Gandhi may find it a tough call to co-ordinate their line of clothing to match perfectly with the music. The duo famous for H2O - their brand of men's western formal wear may have some surprises in store for us.
J J Vallaya and Shantanu Moitra
He is one designer whose collection each season is considered trendsetters. Known for innovation J J Vallaya never lets the expectations down. What he has in store for this year's Lycra MTV Style Awards is honestly awaited.
Shantanu Moitra the man behind the melodious music of Parineeta, Yahaan, Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi and the latest Lagey Raho Munnabhai is a perfect match with our man J J Vallaya. He brings out the Indian royalty in a contemporary style in his fashion wear and Shantanu does the same in his music.
Arjun
