Sobhita Dhulipala to Aditi Rao Hydari: Celebrity Showstoppers who lit up India Couture Week

As the country's top designers showcased their collections inspired by culture, romance, and modern luxury, various celebrities from the fashion and entertainment world acted as showstoppers and thus added drama to the finale. From Sobhita Dhulipala's ‘Devi’ avatar to Aditi Rao Hydari's ‘Mastani’ gracefulness.

Having recently made waves at Paris Haute Couture Week with its successful showing of Devi, Rahul Mishra now brought the collection to India. However, he did not repeat the same show that was displayed in Paris but reinterpreted ‘Devi’ to create an event that.

What Happened

She wore a dreamy couture outfit drenched in ivory and champagne, she exuded understated luxury. And then came the whole lehenga that covered her up, and the jewels started to adorn her, which gave an impression of a goddess.

• The India Couture Week 2026 not only celebrated incredible craftsmanship and bridal couture but also became a platform for glamour and poise.

• A thigh-high slit was added to give the outfit a funky edge, whereas the draped pallu and the extended train of the skirt replaced the traditional dupatta.

• The intricacies continued with strands of beads falling effortlessly around her arms.She paired this look with a matching high-waisted skirt featuring similar work, which comprised tonal embroidery, sequins, and crystals.

Key Details

Jayanti Reddy, who is known for her seamless integration of handwoven fabrics with fine embroidery and beautiful forms, served stunning ensembles, perfect for special occasions that are deeply influenced by Indian traditions, with a modern edge. Her ‘The Gilded Era’ collection continues.

• The outfit came with an off-shoulder blouse with a sweetheart neckline, embellished with crystals, detailed beadwork, and floral motifs.

• For the accessories, he went with a stunning necklace made out of pearls and emeralds, which elegantly contributed to the much-needed royal drama of the overall look.

• The richness of the embroidery enhanced the timeless format, while the style made it sound modern.

Why It Matters

Joining his wife and actress Aditi Rao Hydari on the ramp for Jayanti Reddy was actor Siddharth, who was dressed in an elegant ivory-beige sherwani that was topped off by a silk dhoti.

• She made an entrance on the catwalk in her glossy gold-beige dress, showcasing Jayanti Reddy’s trademark style characterised by timelessness, romanticism, and Indian traditions.

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