Satya Paul was a renowned Indian entrepreneur and fashion designer famous for his digital print saris in the 90s. |
His family moved from Layyah, Pakistan to New Delhi after India's partition in 1947. |
Satya Paul followed Jiddu Krishnamurti and later became a devotee of Osho, taking Sannyasa and joining Rajneeshpuram commune. |
After Osho's passing, he followed Sadhguru, relocating to the Isha Yoga Center near Coimbatore in 2007. |
Satya Paul passed away on January 6, 2021, at 78 years old due to a stroke. |
He co-founded the designer label Satya Paul on April 1, 1985, with his son, Puneet Nanda, gaining fame for digital print saris. |
Satya Paul blended Indian weaving techniques with modern palettes, transforming the perception of saris. |
He introduced concept saris and choreographed collections in India, and Genesis Colors Private Limited acquired the label in 2001. |
Satya Paul entrusted the label to his son Puneet Nanda and incorporated Osho's signatures in his sarees. |
Beyond his Indian roots, he had a strong interest in poetry, music, and the arts. |