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Character Costume Styling for TV and Film

byArulaa by Rashmi Anoop RaoStudio in Vijayanagar; Travels across Karnataka for shootsStarts from18,000 per outfitView full gallery

From daily serial leads to movie song sequences, I craft wardrobes that build characters. Every stitch is designed to fit the scene, the story, and the actor's comfort on camera.

A glimpse into the world of 'Karna', a Zee Kannada serial I did the costume design for. Styling for a show involves creating a range of looks, from doctor's scrubs and protest scenes to casual wear, ensuring each outfit feels authentic to the character and the story.

Styling for the Colors Kannada show 'Bhargavi LLB' required a specific look. I designed the lawyer's robes and formal court attire, focusing on creating a professional and believable wardrobe for the main characters.

Here is a promo for the Colors Kannada serial 'Nooru Janmakoo'. I designed this dramatic red outfit for the character Kamini, played by Chandana Gowda. The look was meant to be powerful and supernatural, fitting the theme of the show.

This is a backup costume I created for a song sequence in the movie 'Kabzaa'. It's a custom-designed black blouse with intricate zardosi work. Even for backup options, I ensure the craftsmanship is top-notch.

Character styling for the serial 'Karna'. I worked on creating distinct looks for the actors, like the simple, elegant sweater for Kiran Raj's doctor character and a classic look for the veteran actor T.S. Nagabharana.

More scenes from 'Karna' on Zee Kannada. As a costume designer, my job is to ensure the clothes fit every scene, whether it's a casual day at home, a dramatic moment, or a formal awards ceremony within the show's storyline.

A closer look at the character wardrobes for 'Karna'. The embroidered shawl for the senior character adds a touch of elegance, while the simple sweater for the lead actor feels modern and relatable.

With the lead actors of 'Bhargavi LLB', Manoj Kumar and Radha Bhagavati. It's always a collaborative process, and I enjoyed creating their on-screen looks for this Colors Kannada show.

The courtroom scenes in 'Bhargavi LLB' show the formal lawyer outfits I designed. Getting the details right for such specific character roles is a key part of film and television styling.

A behind-the-scenes look at a fitting for the character Kamini in 'Nooru Janmakoo'. This red two-piece outfit with gold beadwork was designed to have a mystical, belly-dancer-inspired feel for a specific song sequence.

About On-Screen Character Creation

When I work on a character's wardrobe, it is not just about making them look pretty. It is about storytelling through fabric. Whether it is doctor’s scrubs for 'Karna' or a lawyer’s robe for 'Bhargavi LLB', I test how the material catches light, how it holds up during long shoot days, and if it helps the actor get into character. You need costumes that survive twelve-hour shoots while looking perfect in every frame.

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