Liza Varma Makes History with Groundbreaking Multi-Designer Show at 78th Cannes q3k8

Cannes, – Jun 9th, 2025 – Liza Varma, an internationally recognized Show Director and Grooming Coach, has once again left an indelible mark on the global fashion stage, orchestrating a historic multi-designer show at the prestigious Carlton Cannes during the 78th Cannes Film Festival. In association with LAFC, Varma directed a spectacular showcase featuring an eclectic mix of international talent, solidifying her reputation as a visionary in the industry.

Varma, who famously groomed Miss World 2017 Manushi Chillar and numerous other beauty queens, has been a pivotal force in the fashion world for decades. She has been grooming contestants at Liza Varma Academy since 2000 and serving as a Show Director since 1999. A respected industry member of the Fashion Design Council of India since 2008, Varma is celebrated for her groundbreaking achievements.

Notably, Liza Varma remains the only Show Director in the history of fashion to have successfully managed French European Indian Fashion at the iconic Eiffel Tower in Paris in 2016. Her entrepreneurial spirit led her to launch Jashn Toronto in 2018, a pioneering fashion week that introduced renowned Indian designers such as Anju Modi, Shyamal & Bhumika, and Sulakshana Monga to the Canadian market through B2B and B2C exhibitions. This initiative also featured Mohey Manyavar, which subsequently opened 32 stores across Canada.

In 2022, Varma was instrumental in introducing Rocky Star as the first Indian designer to participate in LAFC, organized by Hollywood Event Producer Arthur Chipman. The following year, at COP 28 Dubai Sustainable Fashion Summit, she facilitated Shantanu & Nikhil’s showcase, making them the first Indian designers to present alongside global luminaries like Stella McCartney and Ramzi.

This year, at the 78th Cannes Film Festival, Varma’s directorial prowess was on full display. The multi-designer show at Carlton Cannes featured:

• Indian Designer Samant Chauhan, known for his exquisite craftsmanship.
• Larisa Katz, a regular at the Cannes Film Festival Red Carpet since 2012, showcasing her dynamic art designs.
• Michael Cinco from Dubai, bringing his signature opulent creations.
• Victoria Emerson, presenting designs inspired by the timeless elegance of Audrey Hepburn.
• The high-profile event was graced by notable personalities, including Bollywood actress Urvashi Rautela, Miss Universe CEO Raul Roche Cantu, fashion connoisseur Shalini i, and Tinka Ranka, the first Indian woman from Surat to walk the main Red Carpet Stairs Walk on May 22, 2025, coordinated by Liza Varma herself.

Liza Varma’s continued innovation and dedication to bridging international fashion markets underscore her unparalleled influence and position as a trailblazer in the global fashion landscape.