KOCHI: Krishna, a native of Fort Kochi, would clean your muddy, dirty shoes and give them back to you spotless. The 25-year-old, who runs 'Hidha-The Shoe Shiny', is earning a monthly income of Rs 1.20 lakhs. Even film stars and businessmen are her customers.

After obtaining a degree in interior design, Krishna tried cinematography and photography. However, she was not able to achieve much success. That is when her friend suggested the idea of 'shoe laundry'. It is common in foreign countries. Krishna thus learned about shoe laundry through YouTube. She then posted videos about shoe laundry on her Instagram. After her videos became viral, people started approaching her to clean their shoes. Thus, 'Hidha-The Shoe Shiny' was born. After borrowing money and taking a loan from a bank, Krishna set up her shoe laundry by spending two lakhs. She was able to recover the amount within one month.

Krishna is now planning to open branches in Thiruvalla, Vypin and other districts. She also has plans to open branches in New Zealand and the UAE.

Nazriya and Mareena Michael among customers

Actresses Nazriya and Marina Michael are regular customers at Krishna's shoe laundry. In the beginning, only shoes were cleaned here. Now, crocs, loafers, slides, luxury bags and suitcases are also being cleaned. More than 15 pairs of shoes reach here every day.