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This 21-Year-Old From Delhi Made History As Versace's First Indian Male Model

Nakul Bhardwaj made history at Milan Fashion Week 2025. Here’s everything you need to know about this 21-year-old Indian model.

About Nakul Bhardwaj

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About Nakul Bhardwaj

Nakul Bhardwaj, a 21-year-old model from Delhi, is making the country proud with his passion for modeling and impressive achievements on the international runway.

Made History

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Made History

Nakul Bhardwaj made history as Versace’s first Indian male model to walk the runway at the Spring/Summer 2025 show during Milan Fashion Week.

If There's A Will, There's A Way

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If There's  A Will, There's A Way

Nakul Bhardwaj suffered from food poisoning before the show. He said, "As for physical challenges, just before the show, I suffered from food poisoning two times in a row. But I was locked in my head that this was my time. I hit the gym for 2 months and carefully crafted my physique without leaving room for errors. It all paid off in the end."

Job- Versace

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Job-Versace

Nakul Bhardwaj recalls the moment he learned he was finalized by Versace. He told Hindustan Times, "I was at a friend's place in Milan and worried about not getting a callback from any of the castings I have been to. Just then, my phone rang and upon checking it was an email that said 'Job-Versace.' It was one of the best feelings I have ever experienced."

Walked With Gigi Hadid And Vittoria Ceretti

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Walked With Gigi Hadid And Vittoria Ceretti

Nakul walked the ramp with Gigi Hadid and Vittoria Ceretti, two of the world’s highest-paid models. Gigi Hadid and Vittoria Ceretti. Vittoria is currently dating Oscar-winner Hollywood Superstar Leonardo DiCaprio. 

In The Moment

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In The Moment

Nakul Bhardwaj told Hindustan Times, 'When Gigi and Vittoria strutted down and took their spots, my grin and nervousness were inevitably visible to everyone there. However, as soon as I floated down the runway, all of it vanished and I was already feeling like a supermodel in my head.' 

FERRAGAMO AND BOTTEGA VENETA

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FERRAGAMO AND BOTTEGA VENETA

With Indian representation making a strong impact on the global runway, Nakul's success is a proud moment for him and the Indian modeling industry. He also walked for Ferragamo and Bottega Veneta SS25.

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