Pune’s Looks School of Hair and Beauty created a national stage for makeup artists to showcase talent with, Bharat Shringaar: The Ultimate Makeup Contest.
Looks School of Hair and Beauty Pune recently hosted the grand finale of “Bharat Shringaar: The Ultimate Makeup Contest.” The event showcased the talents of make-up enthusiasts from across India. The contest received over 480 entries, and the grand finale featured 20 exceptional finalists selected after multiple rounds.
The Finale
The finale featured 20 talented contestants from different parts of India. They showcased their skills by creating stunning Rajwadi brides, the chosen theme for the event. The event included a mesmerizing Ganesh Vandana, a live portrait painting of Lord Ganesha. Also, there was a live performance by the band The State Bus.
The grand finale saw Amit Sen from Rajasthan emerge as the winner. He bagged a trip to Paris sponsored by Looks Salon. Bhaskar Jyoti from Guwahati won a trip to Sri Lanka, sponsored by Mr. Barber. One unique aspect of the competition was that contestants did not know their models, attire, or makeup products beforehand.
The Jury
The jury for the finale was a mix of Indian and international experts, including Unnati Singh, International Beauty Educator and Director of IHB Education India; Bridgette Jones, Founder of Bridgette Jones Fashion Salon, Kolkata; Pammy Kaul, Creative Director of Headmasters, Chandigarh; Seema Jerajani, World Champion and internationally recognized hairstylist and make-up artist, Mumbai; Naina Karunaratne, Founder of the Sri Lanka Association of Hairdressers and Beauticians, Sri Lanka; and Joakim Roos, Global Educator and jury member of OMC, Sweden.
The Vision
The entire competition was the vision of Manisha Kumari, Director and Founder of Looks School of Hair and Beauty, and was beautifully executed with the support of esteemed sponsors such as Looks Salon and Europe Girl as Title Sponsor, Mr. Barber as Tool Partner, Oulac Cosmetics, Blush N Brown, and Brillare as Gift Sponsors, Bluesky as Nail Sponsor, Milkshake as Styling Sponsor, and Professional Beauty as Media Partner.
“This event has not only captivated the hearts of beauty enthusiasts but has also set a new standard in the world of makeup artistry. Industry experts like Unnati Singh, Seema Jerajani, and other leading makeup artists have all expressed their admiration for the concept. It not only showcases extraordinary talent but also honors the rich tapestry of India’s cultural heritage,” says Manisha Kumari, Director of Looks School of Hair and Beauty Pune.
The second edition of Bharat Shringaar: The Ultimate Makeup Contest promises to be even more spectacular, building on the success of this inaugural event.