My connection with saris is not new — it is a bond that has shaped who I am. Growing up, I watched my mother’s wardrobe become a treasure chest for our entire village. She owned only a few Banarasis, but their beauty was legendary. What made them even more remarkable was her kindness and generosity — she lent her saris to young women for weddings and celebrations, and even let children play and dress up in them. She never treated these treasures as possessions to be locked away. From her, I learned that a sari is not just fabric, but a living heritage meant to be worn, shared, and celebrated.
The inspiration for the brand’s name, House of Devi, comes from my nani, Champa Devi, whose grace and love for saris left an indelible mark on my life. Many of the saris she gifted to my mother came from Mubarakpur and Banaras, and became family heirlooms that connected me to the rich traditions of Indian weaving. It is this combination of heritage and generosity that forms the heart of House of Devi.
Before founding House of Devi, my journey spanned diverse worlds. I earned an MBA, worked with HDFC Mutual Fund in Kolkata, and with Reliance Dairy across Delhi and Noida, while also gaining experience through various NGO projects. These experiences taught me discipline, resilience, and respect for people and craft. Later, I ventured into the world of fashion and performance, modeling for renowned brands, participating in pageants, and proudly winning the title of Max Miss Runway Model, Lucknow (2017–18). Theatre and acting sharpened my storytelling abilities and aesthetic sensibilities. Every experience — corporate, NGO, modeling, theatre — contributed to the vision I carry today.
Heritage is also in my bloodline. I was born into a Suryavanshi Rajput family from Ayodhya, the clan of Lord Ram, and married into the Chauhan Rajputs, known for their courage and legacy. These roots inspire me every day to carry tradition forward with pride, responsibility, and purpose.
And so, I created House of Devi — a brand that is not just about saris, but about women, artisans, and heritage. Every sari is handloom, handcrafted, and handmade, a living piece of culture reimagined for today’s world — luxurious yet rooted, timeless yet contemporary.
At its core, House of Devi is heritage reimagined by women, for women. It is a space where craft meets community, where artisans are honored, and where women’s stories, passions, and dreams are woven into every thread.