Ravleen Varghese is an Indian fashion model who has gained international recognition through her work on the runway. Originally from Kodumon in the Pathanamthitta district of Kerala, she was born and raised in Dubai. She began her modeling career while studying at the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), where she was discovered by a modeling agency at the age of 18.
She went on to work with international fashion brands and designers such as Dior and Loewe, and walked the ramp at New York Fashion Week in 2022. In October 2026, she made her debut at the ‘Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show’ in Los Angeles, where she appeared on the runway twice. Gaining significant recognition as the first Malayali model to participate in this show, the event proved to be a major milestone in her international modeling career.
Ravleen Varghese Bio/Wiki
Ravleen Varghese was born on September 12, 2001, in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. She hails from a Malayali family originally from Kodumon in the Pathanamthitta district of Kerala. She completed her schooling in Dubai.
Later, she moved to New Delhi to pursue her studies at the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), where she earned a bachelor’s degree in Fashion/Apparel Design between 2019 and 2023. During her time at NIFT, she was honored with the ‘Handloom Heritage Award’ for her work in the field of fashion design.
After completing her undergraduate degree, Ravleen moved to New York for further studies, where she pursued a postgraduate program in Design and Fashion Management at the Parsons School of Design, part of The New School.
From a young age, Ravleen had a passion for creating fashion-related designs and sketching women in various outfits. This interest in fashion gradually evolved into a professional career. While studying at NIFT, at the age of 18, she caught the attention of ‘Anima Creative Management,’ which paved the way for her entry into the modeling industry.
Ravleen Varghese Personal Information
| Full Name | Ravleen Varghese |
| Profession | Fashion Model |
| Date of Birth | 12 September 2001 |
| Age | 25 Years (as of 2026) |
| Birthplace | Dubai, United Arab Emirates |
| Hometown | Kodumon, Pathanamthitta, Kerala, India |
| School | Delhi Public School, Dubai |
| College/University | National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), New Delhi (2019-2023) Parsons School of Design New York |
| Qualification | Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion /Apparel Design Master’s Degree in Design from Parsons School of Design New York |
| Height (approx.) | 5’11” (180 cm) |
| Eye Color | Brown |
| Hair Color | Light Ash Brown |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo |
| Hobbies | Fashion Designing, Sketching, Exploring Fashion Trends |
| Net Worth | Not Known |
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Ravleen Varghese Career Information
| Famous For | Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show 2026 |
| Modeling Agency | Anima Creative Management |
| Debut | New York Fashion Week 2022 |
| Major Events | New York Fashion Week, Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show |
| Major Achievements | First Malayali model to walk at the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show |
Ravleen Varghese Family & Relationship
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
| Affairs/Boyfriend | Not Known |
| Father | Name Not Known |
| Mother | Name Not Known |
| Brother | Ryan Varghese |
Ravleen Varghese Career
Ravleen Varghese began her modeling career while she was still studying at NIFT. Although her initial focus was on fashion design, she caught the attention of a modeling agency, which opened up new opportunities for her.
Through ‘Anima Creative Management,’ she began working with various designers and fashion brands. Her portfolio includes collaborations with international luxury brands such as Dior and Loewe, as well as work with Indian designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee.
In 2022, Ravleen made her debut at New York Fashion Week—a significant milestone in her international modeling journey. Following this, she continued to work on runway shows, fashion editorials, and magazine projects.
In 2025, Ravleen Varghese walked the ramp for designer Prabal Gurung’s Spring/Summer collection at New York Fashion Week. Her work led to opportunities to be featured in fashion magazines—including on their covers—such as Harper’s Bazaar and Elle. Additionally, she appeared in publications like Vogue, Cosmopolitan, and Grazia.
In October 2026, her international modeling career reached another major milestone when she participated in the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show in Los Angeles.
Ravleen Varghese at the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show 2026
Ravleen Varghese made her debut at the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show on October 18, 2026. The event was held at Sony Pictures Studios in Culver City, California, and featured numerous well-known models and artists.
During the show, Ravleen walked the ramp twice. For her first appearance, she wore a pink lace dress paired with a long, flowing robe. The second time, she appeared in a black-and-white ensemble, sharing the runway with models such as Louise de Chevigny (Luisa Perrote) and Malika El Maslouhi.
Her performance garnered significant attention in India, particularly in Kerala. She gained considerable recognition as the first Malayali model to walk the ramp at the ‘Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show.’
Ravleen Varghese Social Media Accounts
| @ravleen_v |
Ravleen Varghese Interesting Facts
- Ravleen Varghese was discovered by a modeling agency when she was just 18 years old.
- During her time at NIFT, she received the ‘Handloom Heritage Award.’
- Her background encompasses not only runway modeling but also fashion design.
- She studied at two fashion institutions in different countries: NIFT in India and the Parsons School of Design in New York.
- Her career is linked to three places: Dubai, where she grew up; Kerala, where her family roots lie; and New York, where she pursued her further studies.
- Ravleen Varghese has worked in both the Indian designer fashion industry and the international luxury fashion industry.
- During her debut with ‘Victoria’s Secret,’ she appeared on the runway not just once, but on two separate occasions.
- Rather than waiting until she graduated, she began her professional modeling career while still pursuing her studies.
