EXCLUSIVE: Kangana Ranaut’s design for Rangoli’s home is how we can go local with our

Actors turning interior designers is not a new trend. Some have, in fact, made an alternate career out of it. However, often their designs include a focus on the application and experience part of it, and seldom on the material sourcing. When the news of Kangana Ranaut turning a designer for her sister Rangoli hit the market, we thought to understand her perspective on the design; especially because Kangana is a vocal advocate for sustainable fashion and Khadi. 

The Kullu (Himachal Pradesh) home of Rangoli was designed by the actor to blend comfort and aesthetics while sourcing materials from the domestic market. Years ago, the Swadeshi Moment invoked a sense of pride and emotion in the country. Today, it’s back in vogue. Giving life to a house to turn it into a home is not an easy job. There is a lot of investment here; not just financial but emotional too. 

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Speaking from her newly designed home, Rangoli said, “We hired a local contractor from Kullu. I am not into décor. Kangana asked me what kind of house you want – Italian, French, Victorian, hill house or colonial. I said I don’t know all of these. I want a house which reflects my personality. So, Kangana made me and Ajay sit and made notes to understand our preferences,” says Rangoli.

Here”s a photo of Kangana with Rangoli in the new house:

“Kangana loves old and rustic designs, but I told her I don’t want it that way. I like rustic and vintage, but I wanted something new and practical. Since it’s a hilly area, one can see a lot of woodworks. I told Kangana that we must use wood,” she says, adding, “I also told her that I love marble stones which she doesn’t (Rangoli chuckles). Kangana incorporated every single preference of mine while designing this home.”

A sneak peek inside the house:

A source informs us, “When the contractor, workers met Kangana they thought she would be there for a few minutes and carry on with her work deputing some designer to do the rest of the job. When they saw that she sat for the meeting for an hour, they were thrilled. Moreover, the contractor was delighted to hear Kangana speak to all of them in Pahadi (local language).”

India is a diverse country with a rich milieu of different cultures. It’s evident from an array of architectural styles and variations one can find across the country. Celebrity homes are generally remembered for grandeur and imported materials. However, when it comes to interior designing going local is often considered risky. 

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