Quick Info
| Profession | Model, Designer |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 20/05/1968 |
| Age | 52 years (died on 12, Aug, 2020) |
| Birthplace | New Delhi, India |
| Date of Death | 12/08/2020 |
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Bio/Wiki
| Nickname | Sim |
|---|---|
| Summary | Simar Dugal was acclaimed as India's first supermodel who broke stereotypes by continuing her modeling career after marriage and motherhood. She later transitioned to fashion design, launching her eponymous label in 2004 which became known for heritage-inspired ethnic wear worn by Bollywood celebrities. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5'8" |
|---|---|
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Dark Brown |
| Height (cm) | 173 cm |
Personal Life
| Religion | Sikhism |
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| Childhood | Grew up in Amritsar; belonged to a conservative family that initially opposed her modeling aspirations |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status (at the time of death) | Divorced |
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| Affair/Boyfriend | Rajeet Nabha (Managing Director at Arzai Capital) |
| Husband/Spouse | Premjit Dugal (CEO at Quest Merchants) |
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Family
| Father | Name |
|---|---|
| Mother | Rita Sawhney (Landscape photographer |
| Siblings | Parmeet Singh Sawhney (Brother) |
Career
| Debut | Professional photoshoot for book 'Suneet Varma' published by Niyogi Publishers (first professional break given by designer Suneet Varma) |
|---|---|
| Last Design Collection | Chakori Collection |
| Notable Achievement | India's first supermodel; worked with legendary Indian fashion designers including Rohit Bal, Ritu Kumar, Tarun Tahiliani, and Suneet Varma; designs worn by Bollywood celebrities including Malaika Arora, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Athiya Shetty, and Shilpa Shetty |
| Fashion Label Launch | 2004 in Bharat Nagar, Friends Colony, South Delhi |
| Fashion Label Expansion | Two Flagship Stores in New Delhi (Bharat Nagar and DLF Emporio); pan-India and global presence |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Simar Dugal transitioned from modeling to designing and was known as ‘India’s first supermodel’. | |
| 2. Simar Dugal’s mother, Rita Sawhney, was a landscape photographer who raised her two children as a widow. | |
| 3. Growing up in Amritsar, Simar faced opposition from her conservative family for wanting a career in modeling. | |
| 4. Designer Ritu Kumar wrote on Instagram praising Simar for breaking norms and showcasing a distinct elegance on the runway. | |
| 5. Multiple fashion designers claimed credit for convincing Simar to enter the modeling world during the fashion boom of the 1990s. | |
| 6. Simar Dugal was one of the few Indian models who broke stereotypes by walking the ramp after getting married and having a child. | |
| 7. Her mother, Rita Sawhney, was a landscape photographer who raised her two children as a widow after being widowed early. | |
| 8. Designer Ritu Kumar praised Simar on Instagram for breaking norms and showcasing a distinct elegance on the runway. | |
| 9. Simar transitioned from modeling to designing and manufacturing garments for the Indian market and leatherwear for exports. | |
| 10. Her fashion label's designs were heritage-inspired with a hint of sparkle, appealing to Bollywood celebrities and high-end clientele. |