Pakistani artist and fashion designer Misha Japanwala has achieved a major career milestone by designing two sculptural costume pieces for Christopher Nolan’s upcoming film The Odyssey.
Oscar-winning actor Lupita Nyong’o wears the custom designs while portraying Helen of Troy in the highly anticipated Hollywood production.
The collaboration marks another international achievement for Japanwala and highlights Pakistani talent on one of cinema’s biggest stages.
Lupita Nyong’o Recommended Misha Japanwala
In an interview with W Magazine, costume designer Ellen Mirojnick revealed that Lupita Nyong’o suggested bringing Japanwala onto the project.
Nyong’o and Japanwala have shared a close friendship for several years.
Japanwala celebrated the achievement on Instagram and wrote, “The Odyssey: the honor of a lifetime to contribute to Christopher Nolan’s vision and work with the legend @byellenm and @saraprana to create these two very special sculptural works that adorn @lupitanyongo as Helen of Troy!”
She also thanked Nyong’o for supporting her work and expressed gratitude to the film’s costume team for trusting her creative vision.
Furthermore, she wrote, “A dream come true to be a tiny part of this monumental film and cinematic history. I still can’t believe it’s real.”
Custom Bronze Designs Feature in Epic Film
According to Mirojnick, Japanwala created a bronze asymmetrical neck and shoulder plate for Helen of Troy.
Additionally, she designed a bronze choker that Nyong’o wears with a chainmail kaftan in the film.
The sculptural pieces reflect Japanwala’s signature artistic style, which has earned international recognition in recent years.
Previously, she gained attention for creating wearable body castings that addressed issues including domestic violence and honour killings in Pakistan.
Moreover, she collaborated with supermodel Gigi Hadid on a sculptural mask for a special edition of V Magazine.
Her body-casting collection also appeared in a six-page spread in Vogue Spain, featuring French model Cindy Bruna.
The Odyssey Features Star-Studded Cast
Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey follows Odysseus after the Trojan War as he returns to Ithaca.
The film stars Matt Damon in the lead role alongside Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Robert Pattinson, Charlize Theron, Zendaya and Travis Scott.
Japanwala’s contribution adds another significant international accomplishment to her growing career while showcasing Pakistani creativity in a major Hollywood production.
