“When you celebrate yourself for who you are, it becomes your signature style”

Amruta Fadnavis was first noticed when she appeared at her husband Devendra Fadnavis’ swearing-in ceremony in 2014 in Mumbai. She was suddenly in the limelight and everyone was ready to judge her. She was not just another CM’s wife but had an identity of her own – a trained singer and state level tennis player.

She wore an LBD (little black dress), walked red carpets at the Cannes Film Festival, walked the ramp at New York Fashion Week… she was everywhere.

Her philanthropic initiatives to empower women and develop rural India to bring about social change led her to adopt two villages near Nagpur. She’s alert and far-sighted, who chooses her words carefully…and yet isn’t afraid to speak her mind.

Amruta’s calm demeanor complements her elegant looks and her actions reflect her adventurous personality in a very subtle way. We love her style quotient which is in sync with the profile she carries – wife of Deputy Chief Minister (currently).

In the news of her song called Song for Maharashtra Tourism released on World Tourism Day, Amruta says she loves Maharashtra, its culture and is extremely proud of it.

Excerpts from the interview:

Tell us more about your song on Maharashtra tourism.

It was a joint idea of ​​Shankar Mahadevan and me. We wanted to highlight Maharashtra tourism and the beauty and history of the state. We wanted to contribute to Maharashtra tourism in a different way… what better way than a song woven with traditional rhythms?

What are your favorite places to vacation and relax?

I love Maharashtra the most. You have everything in this state. We have diverse cultures, cuisines, music… so much diversity. I like to go to Matheran, Mahabaleshwar and Lonavla often. I also like Goa.

How important is it to you to be yourself, even though you are the wife of a significant political leader of the country?

It is a matter of pride for every woman when her man does well. But at the end of the day, you are an individual and you should have your own individual identity. Every woman should know her talents and do everything to pursue them. This is the only thing that will give you satisfaction. I think every woman should make an effort to explore her abilities and bring them to the fore.

Do you feel that being in the spotlight puts you in a place that expects you to behave a certain way?

Definitely. I have to maintain a certain decorum. I can’t be who I am with my friends. I am bubbly and calm person. At the same time, who I am in public is very subtle, no extra effort. Before my husband (Devendra Fadnavis) became the Chief Minister of Maharashtra, he was an MLA in Nagpur. There were no media or spotlights. I came into the limelight because of my husband and I am grateful for that. I make optimal use of my advantages and privileges for the benefit of people more than myself.

How important is it to you to connect with people?

I need to contact everyone. A lot of girls and women relate to my real personality that is out there on social media. There are no pretenses. I try to be as natural as possible on social media…as I am in my personal life. I think many women on social media can feel inspired to do what they love after looking at my profile. I believe that’s what they like about me.

How important is it to you to be culturally rooted?

It’s important to know your culture and celebrate it so you can pass that on to the next generation. I am proud of the rich and diverse culture in which I was born and raised. I try to embrace it in every way, whether it’s how I dress or how I celebrate festivals. When you know about your culture, you tend to be rooted. I am proud of our rich and diverse culture.

You’re always on top of your fashion game. What is your idea of ​​style?

For me, fashion is about who you are and being yourself is very stylish. I’m unique as a person, so this is my style and that goes for everyone. When you celebrate yourself for who you are, it becomes your signature style.

What are your favorite delicacies?

I’m not a big foodie like my husband. I like Maharashtrian dishes.