Mancheet Hooda Height, Age, Family, Biography

Bio/Wiki
Birth Name	Mancheet Hooda
Real Name	Manjeet Singh
Nickname	Cheet
Profession(s)	• Fashion Designer • Critique
Physical Stats
Height	5' 9" (175 cm)
Weight (approx.)	57 Kg (125 lbs)
Body Measurements (approx.)	- Chest: 36 Inches - Waist: 29 Inches
Eye Colour	Dark Brown
Hair Colour	Black with Shady Brown
Career
Awards	• Awarded 'Youngest Fashion Designer in India' at age 17 • Won an award for Best Cruelty-Free Design Collection at Fashion Trust Arabia Awards (2022)
Personal Life
Date of Birth	13 May 2002 (Monday)
Age (as of 2025)	23 Years
Birthplace	Hisar, Haryana, India
Zodiac sign	Leo
Nationality	Indian
Hometown	Larnaca, Cyprus
School	• Hindu Public School, Hisar (middle school) • C. R. Public School, Hisar (senior secondary)
College/University	• Nandani Institute of fashion Design (Hunar Studio), Hisar • Chandigarh Group of Colleges (CGC), Jhanjeri, Punjab (March 2019 - March 2022) • University of Central Lancashire, Cyprus (UCLan Cyprus) (2023 - 2025)
Educational Qualification(s)	• A diploma (part-time) in Fashion Design from Nandani Institute of Fashion Design (Hunar Studio) (9.3 CGPA) • BSc in Fashion Technology from CGC, Jhanjeri (8.5 CGPA) • MBA in Research Fashion Marketing from UCLan Cyprus
Religion	Hinduism
Caste	Jaat
Blood Group	B+
Hobbies	Painting, Cooking
Tattoo(s)	• On the Centre of the Chest: A man and woman in one-line art style, representing the souls of men and women inside the body • On the Left Hand: The word "manifest" with a one-line art of a woman's face, symbolising the manifest goddess
Social Media	• Instagram • LinkedIn
Relationships & More
Marital Status	Unmarried
Family
Parents	Father- Yasvir Hooda (farmer, rural social activist) Mother- Mukesh Nehra (homemaker)
Siblings	Brother- 1 • Ankit Hooda (National volleyball player) Sister(s) (Foster)- 2 • Pooja Sharma • Aarti Sharma
Favourites
Cuisine(s)	Mexican, Indian
Fruit	Watermelon
Actor	Gurmeet Choudhary
Actress	Kangana Ranaut
Regional Films	Punjabi
TV Show	Love School (MTV, all series)
Colour	Lavender
Singer	Nirvair Pannu
Style Quotient
Expensive Things/Valuables	Dolce & Gabbana shoe collection, luxury perfumes, diamond
Money Factor
Net Worth (approx.)	(Estimated to be in millions)

Some Lesser Known Facts About Mancheet Hooda

• Mancheet Hooda developed an interest in fashion from an early age, inspired by his environment and cultural heritage.

• He completed his 12th grade under the Central Board of Secondary Education with 88% and his 10th grade in Art History, Criticism, and Conservation with a 9.0 CGPA.

• He earned a part-time diploma in Fashion and Apparel Design from Hunur Studio with a 9.3 CGPA.

• While studying at UCLan Cyprus, Mancheet served as President of the Indian Heritage and Traditions Society and was a member of the Student Senate.
  

  Pictures of Mancheet Hooda from his convocation day at the UCLan Cyprus

• He also carried out dissertation research on the effectiveness of fashion marketing in branding and promotion during his time at UCLan Cyprus.

• After studying fashion marketing and technology, he gained early experience through internships and collaborations with leading designers.

• He completed a three-month on-site internship as a fashion stylist at House of Anita Dongre Limited in Chandigarh, India, from June 2019 to August 2019.

• In 2019, Mancheet was recognised as the Youngest Fashion Designer of India.

• That same year, Hooda launched ‘Cheet Deseno,’ a fashion brand built on exceptional product quality, a distinct colour palette, and customer-focused designs.

• Under his leadership, Cheet Deseno became known for unique designs, customisation, and a fusion of streetwear with Indian couture, attracting a loyal base of fashion-conscious buyers.

• Over the years, Cheet Deseno has grown its presence with multiple online stores, serving customers across various countries.

• In November 2020, Mancheet began working as a full-time visual merchandiser at Vedant Fashions Limited – Manyavar-Mohey in India, where he focused on retail and window displays. He worked there until April 2021.

• From April 2021 to April 2022, he worked as a full-time fashion designer at Colours n Tones in Ludhiana, Punjab, India.

• In April 2022, he began a part-time role as fashion director and editor at Ankush Designs in India, where he provided fashion content for social media and managed fashion shoots and direction until January 2023.

• Over time, he refined his work to focus on ethical fashion, sustainable practices, and innovative design.

• Hooda is widely recognised in international fashion for his creativity, entrepreneurial skills, and commitment to ethical, high-quality fashion.

• On 30 January 2024, Mancheet introduced ‘Mismaar Couture’ under Cheet Deseno, giving a modern touch to traditional designs in Indian ceremonial wear and showcasing local artisan work.
  

  An outfit from Mancheet Hooda’s brand

• The online launch of the Mismaar Couture collection connected the brand with customers worldwide. It remained dedicated to supporting local artisans and preserving cultural heritage in its designs.
  

  An outfit from Mancheet Hooda’s ‘Mismaar Couture’

• In January 2024, he also launched CHEET under Cheet Deseno, offering cruelty-free products and supporting sustainable fashion. The brand soon grew into an international streetwear brand across 7 countries, including Dubai, Canada, and Cyprus.

• Mancheet Hooda creates versatile outfits with timeless fabrics, such as breathable denim, eco-friendly linen, and vintage-inspired pieces. His brand CHEET blends sustainable materials with classic styles and modern craftsmanship.

• Mancheet has also designed reception outfits that combine modern elegance with cultural heritage. He once created a sequin merlot-colored mermaid gown for the bride alongside an Indo-Western Punjabi-style set with a turban for the groom.

• Hooda once designed a gown for model Lina Leonova inspired by the goddess Rati, using detailed rhinestones and meaningful symbols. This design reflects his focus on craftsmanship and storytelling through fashion.
  

  Lumina Fashion Journal featuring Petra Pikis (left) and Lina Leonova (right) in outfits designed by Mancheet Hooda

• Mancheet has worked as a stylist for Punjabi music videos and Bollywood productions.

• His representative, Petra Pikis, brings creative vision and expertise to showcase his work in fashion and film.

• Mancheet Hooda has been a jury member for Mr. and Miss Punjab, organised by Pure Diamond Crown in Ludhiana. He has also participated in Lucknow Fashion Week.

• He was once nominated as the youngest fashion designer at the Chicago Fashion Festival, an international event.

• Hooda has also appeared as a guest at the Cyprus Fashion Festival in Europe as the youngest invited designer.

• In February 2025, Mancheet Hooda presented his fashion film at the Youth Edition of the Cyprus Fashion Film Festival, showcasing two collections inspired by Greek goddesses and Sharmila Tagore.
  

  A poster promoting Mancheet Hooda’s appearance at the 2025 Cyprus Fashion Film Festival

• At the Cyprus Fashion Film Festival, he also walked the red carpet and presented a goddess-inspired look decorated with seashells collected from Aphrodite Beach, symbolically linking it to the goddess’s mythological birthplace.
  

  Mancheet Hooda at the 2025 Cyprus Fashion Film Festival, wearing a goddess-inspired look decorated with seashells collected from Aphrodite Beach

• Mancheet has been featured on the cover of Fashion Lifestyles Update magazine in collaboration with Lux & Aura. The cover story, titled ‘Story of Hard Work: Mancheet Hooda,’ highlights his journey and achievements.
  

  Mancheet Hooda, featured on the cover of Fashion Lifestyles Update magazine, in collaboration with Lux & Aura

• His designs have been featured in Manila Scene Publication, a daily magazine in the Philippines, and the Malaysian magazine Saffron & Sage on page 21.
  

  A still from Manila Scene Publication featuring Mancheet Hooda

• Mancheet has a phobia of animal hair, hairy soft toys, and smoking, which can make it difficult for him to breathe when exposed to them.