Archive · 29 Sep 2025
Madhav Agasti: Behind the Designs of Bollywood and Politics
Madhav Agasti is a fashion designer who has been making clothes for famous people in India for over 50 years.
He's worked with actors like Mehmood and Johnny Walker, as well as political leaders.
His new book, "Stitching Stardom," tells the story of his career.
Agasti designed clothes for many comedians, who often preferred bright and flashy outfits.
He also worked with villains, giving them eye-catching looks.
Agasti describes working with actors and the importance of considering their characters and the overall story.
He notes how comedians often use their costumes to enhance their performance.
Madhav Agasti's memoir chronicles his five-decade career in men's fashion.
Agasti has designed clothes for Bollywood icons and political leaders.
The book includes endorsements from Akshay Kumar, Paresh Rawal, and Gulshan Grover.
Agasti designed for various comedians like Mehmood and Johnny Walker, who preferred specific styles.
His work involved creating costumes that reflected the characters' personalities, especially for comedians and villains.
- Who
- Madhav Agasti, a men's dress designer
- What
- A memoir chronicling his career designing for Bollywood and political figures was released.
- When
- Over five decades
- Where
- Mumbai
- Why
- To document Agasti's career and his work with various actors and politicians.
- Occupation
- Men's Dress Designer
- Known for
- Designing for Bollywood icons and political leaders
- Based in
- Mumbai
- Memoir Title
- Stitching Stardom: For Icons, On and Offscreen
- Key Clients
- Mehmood, Johnny Walker, Om Prakash, Paresh Rawal, Prem Chopra, Jeevan, Johny Lever, Pran