They had turned the runway into a path—one stitch at a time.
Debonair Magazine India Models: A History of Glamour and Taboo Debonair Magazine India Models
Debonair Magazine was first launched in 1996 by Gautam Chhabria, a renowned fashion entrepreneur. Initially, the magazine focused on the fashion and lifestyle scene in India, featuring Indian models, designers, and celebrities on its covers. Over the years, the magazine has evolved to become one of the leading fashion publications in India, with a strong focus on showcasing the country's best modeling talent. They had turned the runway into a path—one
One prominent former model (who wishes to remain anonymous) recently wrote in a blog: "Shooting for Debonair was terrifying. The crew was professional, but society was not. I lost film offers because of it. Yet, 30 years later, my grandchildren don't know, but collectors pay thousands for those original slides. It was art. It was rebellion." Over the years, the magazine has evolved to