Indian costume designer Eka Lakhani celebrates a career milestone with an invitation to AMPAS, marking another proud moment for Indian cinema on the global stage.
Eka Lakhani joins the Academy
Jun 27, 2026
03:49 pm
What's the storyEka Lakhani, a celebrated Indian costume designer and celebrity stylist, has been invited to join the prestigious Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS), which is responsible for the Oscars.
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