Stitching Stardom

In Stitching Stardom, Agasti Shares How He Started In Mumbai With No Formal Training And Built A Career That Spanned More Than 350 Films, Including Iconic Villains Like Mogambo In Mr India 1987. The Book Unfolds In A Warm, Conversational Voice, Weaving Personal Memories With The Craft Of Costume Design. Readers Will Experience The Rhythm Of Fittings, The Drama Of Film Sets, The Intimacy Of Working With Public Figures, And The Satisfaction Of Turning Sketches Into Memorable Looks. The Storytelling Balances Candid Anecdotes With Practical Insights—Showing How Perseverance, Adaptability, And A Clear Voice Can Shape A Lasting Legacy.

• Five-Decade Career In Fashion And Costume Design
• Costumes For 350+ Films, With Mogambo In Mr India 1987 As A Standout Moment
• Work With India’S Political And Cultural Leaders, Including Balasaheb Thackeray
• Warm, Narrative Storytelling With Backstage Insights Into Fashion And Film
• Lessons In Perseverance, Adaptability, And Staying True To Your Passion

After Finishing Stitching Stardom, Readers Gain An Intimate Understanding Of How Fashion Intersects With Cinema And Public Life. They’Ll Feel Inspired By A Designer Who Stitched Together Not Just Clothes But Memories, And Who Reminds Us That Pursuing A Dream With Courage Through Change Can Leave A Lasting Impact.