30th August 2023, Mumbai: Can you guess how much money celebrities pay to their stylists?
Looking fashionable and stylish is not easy. Following the trend and experimenting with fashion is what everyone needs. Celebrities grab a lot of attention with their looks. The entire credit goes to their stylist who takes a lot of effort in styling the celebrity and gives them a look that stands out and sets trends.
The Whopping Charges of Narendra Kumar, the Stylist Behind Shah Rukh Khan’s Iconic Looks
Narendra Kumar is an ace fashion designer and a well-known stylist. Nari’s style is different as compared to other stylists. He basically sticks to his Indian roots, while his style showcases a lot of contemporary themes. Amitabh Bachchan, Aamir Khan, Shah Rukh Khan, Priyanka Chopra, and more celebs have been styled by him. As per Postoast, he charges between Rs. 60 lakhs to 1 crore per year.
Tanya Ghavri: Behind Katrina Kaif’s Mesmerizing Looks
Tanya Ghavri is yet another ace stylist in town who began her career as an assistant to the designer, Pernia Qureshi. Well, she got her big break as she got a job to work with Sonam Kapoor in the film “Aisha”. Sonam was impressed with Tanvi’s skills and now she has become the go-to stylist for every celeb. Tanvi has worked with Karisma Kapoor, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Bhumi Pednekar, Katrina Kaif, Sara Ali Khan, and more celebs. As per BS, she earns Rs. 2 lakhs per project.
Allia al Rufai: Crafting Anushka Sharma’s Fashion Statements
Allia al Rufai is quite famous for being an ex-Harper’s Bazaar stylist. She is known for her sophisticated and chic fashion sense. She has given a trendy look to celebs including Nargis Fakhri, Anushka Sharma, Shraddha Kapoor, and others. As per BS, the stylist charges around Rs. 1 lakh per look.
Shaleena Nathani: The Architect of Deepika Padukone’s Impeccable Style
Shaleena Nathani is the go-to stylist for Deepika Padukone and we must say the actress is the fashion icon of the nation. Deepika rules hearts with her style, thanks to Shaleen. As per Postoast, Shaleen charges around Rs. 75,000 and Rs. 1 lakh per project. Shaleena’s other clients are Madhuri Dixit, Shah Rukh Khan, among others.
Mohit Rai: The Mastermind Behind Kareena Kapoor Khan’s Glamour
Mohit Rai is the top stylist when it comes to the Bollywood industry. He has worked with several celebs and his style is unique. Priyanka Chopra Jonas to Kareena Kapoor Khan, Mohit has styled every diva and made them look oh-so-stunning with his sheer talent. According to BollywoodShaadis (BS), he charges around Rs. 1 lakh per project.
Anaita Shroff Adajania: Crafting the Styles of Hrithik Roshan and More
Anaita Shroff Adajania started her career as an actress and a model. Later, she turned into a fashion designer and stylist. She has styled all A-listers celebs of Bollywood including Hrithik Roshan, Sara Ali Khan, and Katrina Kaif whom she styles. Reportedly, Anaita’s company, Style Cell charges non-negotiable fees for styling actors for red carpet appearances and as per Postoast, her styling fee is Rs. 1 lakh per project.
Ami Patel: Balancing Trends and Timelessness for Leading Actresses
Ami Patel strikes a perfect balance between ongoing fashion trends and classic elements. She has given fabulous looks to actresses and styled them. Ami has so far worked with Madhuri Dixit, Alia Bhatt, Sara Ali Khan, and Katrina Kaif, among others. As per BS, Ami charges between Rs. 80,000 to Rs. 1 lakh per project.
Aastha Sharma: The Experimenter Who Shapes Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s Elegance
Aastha Sharma loves to experiment and give new looks to the celebs. She has styled Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Saif Ali Khan, and Disha Patani, and has left everyone impressed with her knowledge. As per BS, Aastha charges around Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 5 lakhs per project.
Sanam Ratansi: Creating Alaya F’s Distinctive Style
Sanam Ratansi has styled Saif Ali Khan, Alaya F, Zaheer Iqbal, Aditi Rao Hydari, among others. According to Postoast, the stylist reportedly charges around Rs. 2.5 lakhs to 7.2 lakhs as a freelance stylist.
In the glitzy world of Bollywood, the looks of celebrities are curated by these talented stylists, each with their own unique flair, catering to the demands of the stars and setting the fashion trends for the masses to follow. And while the numbers might vary, one thing is clear – creating iconic styles comes with a price tag.
-by Kashvi Gala