Archive · 10 Dec 2025
Hyderabad Model Bhavitha Mandava Opens Chanel Show
Bhavitha Mandava, a model from Hyderabad, recently opened Chanel's Métiers d'Art 2026 show in New York City.
This was a big moment for her because she is the first Indian model to do this.
Her parents were there to support her, and a video of them cheering for her went viral.
Bhavitha shared her journey on social media, talking about how she started modeling to pay off her student debt.
She also mentioned how her parents supported her in choosing modeling over a tech career.
She expressed gratitude to the casting director who helped her get this opportunity and to everyone who supported her.
Bhavitha Mandava, a 25-year-old model from Hyderabad, opened Chanel's Métiers d'Art 2026 show in New York City.
Her parents' emotional reaction to her debut went viral, with her mother clapping and her father watching with pride.
Bhavitha shared her journey on Instagram, revealing she was discovered by a scout who suggested modeling to help pay off her student debt.
She considered a tech career after graduating from NYU but chose modeling after receiving an exclusive contract from Chanel.
Bhavitha is the first Indian model to open a Chanel show, expressing gratitude to casting director Anita Bitton for championing representation.
- Who
- Bhavitha Mandava, a 25-year-old model from Hyderabad
- What
- Opened Chanel's Métiers d'Art 2026 show in New York City
- When
- Recently (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- New York City, specifically Bowery Station
- Why
- To mark a career-defining moment and become the first Indian model to open a Chanel show
- Model
- Bhavitha Mandava
- Show
- Chanel's Métiers d'Art 2026
- Designer
- Matthieu Blazy
- Location
- New York City
- Model's Hometown
- Hyderabad
- Model's Age
- 25
- Casting Director
- Anita Bitton
- Model's Education
- NYU graduate with a master's degree