It was an honor to collaborate with Aashish Thakur, a Southeast Asian actor and model, whose mission is to bring attention to the underrepresentation of his community in media, fashion, and acting. Coming from a background where Southeast Asians have often been left out of the mainstream narrative, Aashish is dedicated to rewriting that story. His work shines a spotlight on the contributions of his community to culture, art, and fashion, which have historically been overlooked. Through his relentless dedication, he has already made significant strides, working with global fashion powerhouses like Louis Vuitton, Balenciaga, KENZO, Ralph Lauren, and major platforms like Instagram.
In addition to his modeling accomplishments, Aashish has also established a successful acting career, collaborating with icons such as LeBron James and Billie Eilish. His mission to amplify Southeast Asian voices and elevate them in industries that have long neglected their presence was the core focus of this project.
The main goal of the project was to create a digital platform that effectively showcases Aashish’s extensive body of work, both in modeling and acting. The website was designed to immediately engage visitors with visuals and motion clips that capture his dynamic portfolio. Moreover, the platform includes a user-friendly system that allows Aashish to easily add new projects, ensuring that he can continue to grow his portfolio without needing to engage with complex web development.
This project wasn’t just about displaying his achievements—it was about supporting Aashish’s larger mission of bringing Southeast Asian representation to the forefront of media, fashion, and film. It was truly a rewarding experience to witness his passion and play a part in helping him make an impact on greater visibility and representation.
