Archive · 26 Oct 2025
Madhav Agasti's Memoir Details 'Mogambo' Costume Design
In his new book, designer Madhav Agasti shares stories from his career.
One big story is how he designed the famous 'Mogambo' costume for the movie 'Mr.
India.'
He made the costume for actor Amrish Puri in just a week, using a new embroidery machine.
The producer was so pleased with the result that he gave Agasti extra money.
Agasti's book also details designing clothes for famous politicians like Farooq Abdullah and PV Narasimha Rao.
It shows how Agasti started his career and became successful in the movie and political worlds.
The memoir gives insights into his life, including the struggles and adaptations he had to make.
Madhav Agasti designed the iconic 'Mogambo' costume.
The costume was created in seven days using a new embroidery machine.
Agasti received Rs 35,000 for the costume.
Agasti's memoir details his career in the film and political worlds.
He designed for politicians and film personalities.
- Who
- Madhav Agasti, a designer.
- What
- Details the creation of the 'Mogambo' costume and his career in a memoir.
- When
- The 'Mogambo' costume was made in 1985; Memoir published.
- Where
- Mumbai.
- Why
- To share his life story and experiences.
- Designer
- Madhav Agasti
- Memoir Title
- "Stitching Stardom: For Icons, On and Offscreen"
- Costume
- 'Mogambo' costume for Amrish Puri
- Costume Creation Time
- 7 days
- Initial Costume Cost
- Rs 25,000
- Total Remuneration
- Rs 35,000
- Client's Reactions
- Amrish Puri: 'Mogambo... khush hua!'
