Mumbai, Mar 30 (PTI) Indian-American actor Kal Penn is set to host a star-studded gala on Sunday, celebrating the 25th edition of Lakme Fashion Week in partnership with the Fashion Design Council of India. Presented by Lakme, FDCI and Reliance Brands, the event will see over 30 celebrated designers and iconic Lakme faces come together for the milestone celebration. Also Read | Salman Khan Announces 5 Films After 'Sikandar' - the Names will Shock You! 'Kick 2', 'Andaz Apna Apna 2', 'Bajrangi Bhaijaan 2', and Films With Sanjay Dutt and Sooraj Barjatya! (Exclusive).
Keeping up with the spirit of fashion, Penn -- regarded as one of the first Indian-origin actors in Hollywood -- will host the gala wearing an outfit by celebrity-favourite designer Manish Malhotra. The actor, popular for films such as "Van Wilder", "The Namesake", the "Harold & Kumar" franchise as well as TV series "House" and "Designated Survivor", said he had a fitting session with Malhotra on Friday. Also Read | L2 Empuraan: Following Outrage From Right-Wing Supporters, Mohanlal- Prithviraj Film Implement 17 Cuts.
"He's dressing me for the gala. I've been a huge fan of his for a long time. I mean, iconic legend, right? You go into his building.
.. it's not even just one tiny studio, it's an entire building.
"Working with him on whether it's a high-end couture look or it's his incredible streetwear line, you've got all of these conversations happening," Penn told PTI on the sidelines of LFW X FDCI here. The actor-p.
