Friendly, foodie and fun-loving, Sulabh Kalra is a big hearted lad from Delhi. Lionized by Ibibo, he has a kitty of accolades to boast about and the latest in the series is the recently concluded Van Heusen India Men’s Week..
So we caught up with Sulabh Kalra, reminiscing his failure at the auditions of VHIMW last year and revealing his obsession for food and fitness.
Tell us briefly about your early life, family and academics?
I was born and brought up in Delhi and went to Summerfields School. I was a very spoiled and pampered child, which I am still somewhere. I pursued Animations after my school. And talking about my family, then we are positive thinkers, fun loving people who love to devour food.
How you bumped into your first assignment?
I entered modeling through Ibibo. It changed my life. People here talk about good photographers, agencies, choreographers and blah blah to make your mark in the industry but Ibibo gave me a full fledged platform and I am here right in front of you.
Which shows ( designers) and commercials have you graced with your presence?
I have done WIFW, Couture Fashion Week and many other shows for brands like Puma, Reebok, L’Oreal and NIFT.
What do you think of bollywood as a career option?
Ummmm…It’s a great option provided you get opportunity with a good production house.
When not modeling what are you most likely to be found doing?
I love food…..so whenever I get time, I try out something new. Besides, I love hanging out with my friends and watching movies.
Your take on modeling industry in India and abroad?
In India Modeling Industry is booming with a good pace. Designers are really working good and creating applaudable stuff. We have achieved well over the time. Professionalism and dedication towards work are the traits we people are imbibing fast.
What is fashion for you?
Fashion is a statement for me. It’s all about your persona enhancing your personality and vice versa.
Your icon/ role model in life?
Everybody has its individuality and I try to learn the positives of the people whom I meet. Yet, I admire Sahil Shroff and Ashton Kutcher most.
Any interesting experience in your career span?
Last year when I auditioned for Men’s Week, I was very nervous as I had never ever walked the ramps before. I landed on the ramp diffidently and got out in the 1st round. It was a lowdown moment for me and I was dilemmatic over continuing modeling. But, gradually I didn’t lose hopes and the day came when I got selected for WIFW.
QUICK SNIPPET
FAVORITE FOOD: Chinese, Japanese and Italian.
FAVORITE PERFUME: Bvlgari, Hugo Boss
FAVORITE APPAREL BRAND: Puma , Zara
FAVORITE DESIGNER: Rohit Gandhi, Rohit Bal and Varun Bahl
FAVORITE HOLIDAY DESTINATION: Italy
THING YOU HATE AND LOVE MOST: I love food and clothes and hate bitching and loneliness.
THING YOU ARE ADDICTED TO: Fitness
YOU ARE SACRED OF: People with negative energy.
MUSIC YOU LOVE TO LISTEN TO: Bollywood
