About the Founder
KARTHIKKEYAN J
Founder of Luxoria
founder of elite ensemble magazine
For over nine years, I have been dedicated to creating experiences that bring people, brands, and industries together. My journey in the event and exhibition industry has allowed me to successfully conceptualize and execute more than 150 events across diverse sectors, including fashion, entertainment, trade exhibitions, corporate events, and large-scale public experiences.
From fashion runways and music concerts to international trade fairs, wedding expos, signage exhibitions, printing expos, wood machinery expos, and fitness & nutrition showcases, every project has contributed to a deeper understanding of audience engagement, brand visibility, and event excellence.
Luxoria was born from a vision to create a platform that celebrates creativity, confidence, and innovation while providing meaningful opportunities for designers, models, brands, and aspiring talent. It is more than an event—it is a destination where fashion meets influence, business meets opportunity, and talent finds recognition.
At the heart of everything we create is a simple belief: exceptional experiences inspire lasting impressions. Through Luxoria, we aim to establish a world-class fashion platform that reflects sophistication, professionalism, and the evolving spirit of modern fashion.
We welcome brands, partners, designers, and industry leaders to be part of this journey as we shape a new chapter in fashion and lifestyle experiences.
Powerful by the Numbers
9+
150+
10+
500+
Years of Industry Experience
Successful Events Delivered
Industry Sectors Served
Brand & Business Collaborations
Fashion • Exhibitions • Concerts • Trade Fairs • Lifestyle Events
Southernwood Model Academy is one of South India's emerging platforms dedicated to developing the next generation of fashion and runway talent. Founded by Rishi Varman, a respected name in the fashion industry, the academy has been actively nurturing aspiring models and fashion professionals for over 8 years.
With extensive experience in fashion shows, runway productions, model grooming, and talent development, Rishi Varman has played a significant role in shaping successful modeling careers. His commitment to professionalism, confidence building, runway excellence, and industry readiness has helped numerous aspiring models transform into recognized title winners and fashion personalities.
Through structured training programs, runway coaching, personality development, and fashion industry mentorship, Southernwood Model Academy prepares individuals to compete and succeed at the highest levels of the fashion world.
Today, many of its trained models have gone on to achieve prestigious titles, participate in leading fashion events, and establish successful careers within the industry.
rishi varma
show director of Luxoria
founder & fashion mentor
of southernwood modelling academy
"Transforming aspiring models into confident fashion professionals."
OUR TEAM
PRIYA
AGR
EVENT PARTNER of Luxoria
founder of MERAKI Ventures
EVENT CO-PARTNER of Luxoria
founder of G-TALKIES