In Bollywood for 30 years, celebrity makeup and hairstylist duo Bharat & Doris have huge plans for their future, révèle Sourendra Kumar Das.
They are the favoured make-up artists of Aishwariya Rai Bachchan, Jaya Bachchan, Lara Dutta, Deepika Padukone, Sonam Kapoor, Rani Mukherji and Preity Zinta. Among the men, Shah Rukh Khan, Hrithik Roshan and Saif Ali Khan vie for their attention. Very few people in the glamour industry can do without the ministrations of Bharat and Doris Godambe.
While the celebrity make-up artist and hair stylist duo have broadened their horizons in the past 30 years by endorsing B & D (their own line of cosmetics) and starting an academy to teach hair-styling and make up to aspiring professionals, there’s better news for their fans with the unveiling of their fourth store in the city.
Emphasizing the importance of hair-styling, Doris says, “The beauty of a person is determined from top to bottom. At the top lies the hair. So, without a proper hair-style you are incomplete.”
Known for creating the ‘flawless’ look with their trend setting hairstyles, the duo stress on the importance of communication with clients. Bharat and Doris explain: “We first listen to their ideas and then suggest something we think is closest to their options, thus creating the best we can.”
To the young stylists who flock to their academy, Bharat and Doris impart a supportive message, “It is their decision and implementation of creativity that ensures success. We do help them showcase their talent, but being up to date with the latest trend is a must.”
For Doris, it is creativity and a passion for ‘tress-perimenting’ that has contributed to her success. “I always want to create something new,” says the winner of awards like the Kingfisher Awards 2001 and the IIFA Awards 2008 for Best Hair and Best Make-Up. Counting Jaya Bachchan as one of her muses, Doris says, “I feel she is a complete woman. She is taking care of her family, despite being a huge celebrity. She is the one person who inspires me.”
So what are Bharat and Doris’ plans for 2011? “Two books – the first on our journey of 25 years, and the second on how to groom celebrities will be launched in August and September, respectively. You guys are in for a big surprise!” smiles Doris.
Hair Care Tips –
- Use a good shampoo and conditioner and always use products from a well-known, professional brand.
- Follow up with regular spa and protein treatments
