New Delhi: Actress Kangana Ranaut will don khadi outfits in her upcoming film 'Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi'.
In a statement, Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC)
said the attire of the lead cast of the movie is being sponsored by it.
The movie showcases the Queen's love for the country s heritage fabric
khadi in the epic biographical film.
"It is official now -
after dressing up officials in several government offices, Khadi is now
making its way to silverscreen! Kangana Ranaut, in her lead role in
'Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi'," KVIC said.
Sponsored by Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC), the costume
line for the film shall be designed by ace designer Neeta Lulla. Lulla
has already picked up fabric costing around Rs 26 lakh from KVIC.
According to KVIC Chairman Vinai Kumar Saxena, the fabric
being used for the film includes a mix bag of silk, cotton, muslin and
some wool too.
Kangana, who plays the lead role in this
movie, would also be seen using a using a charkha in the film, which is
also being sponsored by KVIC.
The KVIC chairman said that
it is a morale booster in terms of aggressive marketing and promotion
strategy for KVIC that she would be spinning the wheel in this movie.
PTI
