Who is Neelam Gill? Indian-origin model going viral for walking at the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show

When India gets represented at the global stage, the heart of every Indian beats a bit too fast and preens a bit more than normal. The country that is your home and identity always holds a special place in your life.Currently, every Indian across the globe who at least uses social media, if they do not follow the world of fashion, has been searching for Neelam Gill. Who is she and why is everybody searching for her? Know below!

Neelam Kaur Gill is an Indian-origin British model and activist. The 30-year-old beauty has been nothing short of a trailblazer in carving her own path in the global fashion and modelling industry for years.She began modelling at the age of 18 debuting her catwalk for Burberry during London Fashion Week, and has set multiple marks including being the first Indian model to work with Burberry and being the first British Indian ambassador of L'Oreal Paris. Additionally, she has worked with other renowned brands such as Abercrombie & Fitch, Dior, Vogue and others.

Well, the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show returned in 2025 with a unique and memorable lineup of models on the runway. The show made headlines with its opening, beginning with a 9-months pregnant model Jasmine Tookes strutting down the ramp. It included other established names on the roster such as Gigi Hadid, Bella Hadid, Ashley Graham, Adriana Lima and two great surprises in the form of Karol G and Madison Beer.

However, the show has been going viral due to Neelam Gill being the only Indian-origin model walking at the fashion show. Donning a dreamy soft pink lingerie set with fairytopia-themed wings, Gill looked nothing short of a real angel on the ramp, making her presence and beauty make waves in the room.This year marked Gill's second walk at the VS show with her debut in 2024 in an icy blue set with holographic wings.It remains to see what other paths the model will pave for herself in the future!