By IANSlife FeaturesNew Delhi, Nov 1 (IANSlife) Back with its scintillating new edition, the illustrious Kingfisher Calendar shot in the scenic locations of Kerala, India is the dose of glamour we’ve all been waiting for.
The shoot takes place amongst the lush vegetation of Coconut Lagoon and the tranquil Marari Beach, Kochi in God’s own country.The picturesque journey starts at Victorian style boatyard, the Brunton Boatyard, and moves to the heritage resort of Chittoor Palace.From exotic wildlife and emerald green hills to the relaxed backwaters, the Calendar makes you want to travel.
In its 19th edition it features five charismatic models- Gehna Mahiarya, Krithika Babu, Anukreethy Vas, Adline Castelino and Sumita Bhandari.Styled by the Allia Al Rufai; make-up by Maniasha Fialkina; with hair stylist Flavien Heldt, and none other than renowned photographer Atul Kasbekar, who has been associated with tit since its inception.
Gurpreet Singh, Head Marketing said, “The Kingfisher calendar is synonymous for its extravagant locals and élan.This year we come to our very own picturesque slice of heaven, Kerala.
The amazing natural luscious greenery, calming backwaters and meandering rivers makes it the perfect venue for the Kingfisher Calendar 2021.An epitome of glitz, glamour and panache, it has been a catalyst for fresh talent over the years, by catapulting some of the biggest names in the film and fashion industry.
Every edition is carefully curated and admired by style and photography aficionados.I am sure that this year as well, the home edition will be as glamorous as Kingfisher calendar is known to be.”
Talking about his experience, Atul Kasbekar commented, “We have shot the Kingfisher calendar in India in the past in Ladakh, Andaman, Rajasthan, Goa and Kerala has always been on the top of my location list.The glorious state is truly the God’s own country and it gives us many options to maneuver and choose locations accordingly.
Given the massive number of water bodies it possesses, from the oceans to the backwaters and the lakes, it is a feast for a photographer.We were very keen to shoot locally this year and we could not have chosen a better location to be at.The people of the state are wonderfully warm, polite and keen to assist, along with the cuisine which is absolutely unbelievable.”
Kingfisher Calendar 2021 girls:
Gehna Mahiarya: an upcoming model who is Atul Kasbekar’s discovery, immense international potential
Krithika Babu: a South Indian actress and model.She was crowned Pantaloons Femina Miss Perfect 10, she was also Femina Miss India South first runner up 2009 and Femina miss India 3rd runner up 2010
Anukreethy Vas: an Indian model and beauty pageant titleholder who was crowned Femina Miss India 2018.
Adline Castelino: is an Indian model and beauty pageant titleholder who was crowned Miss Diva Universe 2020
Sumita Bhandari: a NIFT graduate and Miss India 2018 finalist
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