Remembering Bhanu Athaiya on her birth anniversary (28/04).
Apr 28, 2024
Remembering Bhanu Athaiya on her birth anniversary (28/04).
She was a renowned costume designer born as Bhanumati Rajopadhye in Kolhapur. Bhanu Athaiya made her film debut with CID and went on to design costumes for over 100 films, including Sahib Bibi Aur Ghulam, Guide, Ganga Jumna, Waqt, Teesri Manzil, Chandni, and Lagaan.
In 1983, she became the first Indian to win an #Oscar for Best Costume Design for the film Gandhi. Her exceptional work made her a true pioneer in the field of costume design.
