ICW 2025, Day 4: Manish Malhotra redefines runway show with a couture party

Designer Manish Malhotra reimagined the traditional rules of a fashion show as he threw a dazzling fashion party at the Hyundai India Couture Week 2025 setting a new benchmark for couture celebrationsThe spotlight was firmly on the designer as he hosted his firstever couture party an inviteonly event that blended delectable cuisine curated cocktails and a stunning showcase of craftsmanship on day four of the prestigious fashion gala being held at hotel Taj Palace hereMalhotra who made a return to the ICW after a gap of over five years had teased that something different was in store for fashion aficionados on Saturday eveningAnd he didnt disappoint one bit What unfolded was less of a conventional runway presentation and more of an immersive celebration of fashionWith glitzy decor a glamorous guest list including Bollywood celebs Tamannaah Bhatia Riddhima Kapoor Sahni and Fatima Sana Shaikh Malhotra delivered a couture experience that was as innovative as it was unforgettableThe evening opened with a showcase of some of Manish Malhotras most iconic creations including Priyanka Chopras shimmering Desi Girl saree from Dostana Kajols bright green lehenga from the Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge track Mehndi Laga Ke Rakhna and Kareena Kapoor Khans pastel coral ensemble from Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham song Bole ChudiyanOn display was also the handwoven Banarasi saree that Bollywood star Aishwarya Rai Bachchan wore at the Cannes Film Festival in May this year as well as Malhotras outfit from the 2025 Met GalaThe designer also presented select pieces from his jewellery line including the 18K gold earrings once worn by veteran actor Rekha and the striking choker set styled on global pop icon RihannaIn another hall of the hotel the party was in full swing as Manish Malhotra engaged with guests and posed for photos Attendees were treated to an array of cocktail drinks and mouthwatering delicaciesThe middle of the hall was covered in white curtains which later dropped to reveal the runwayWhat made it even more special was the presence of Brazilian supermodel Alessandra AmbrosioThe former Victorias Secret angel made a breathtaking appearance as the official showstopper walking the runway in not one but two stunning creations by MalhotraHer first look was a shimmering cocktail lehenga draped in white pearls featuring a silver bustierstyle strapless blouse with a plunging neckline and a fitted peplum silhouetteFor her second look Ambrosio slipped into a sareeinspired silver ensemble that gave the traditional silhouette a dramatic contemporary faceliftSinger Jonita Gandhi lent a musical appeal to the fashion show as she belted out tracks after tracks while models walked the runway in Malhotras designsGandhi was wearing a heavily embellished gown with sequins beads and crystallike details and a deep plunging frontThe runway was a showcase of Malhotras artistry intricately embellished saris structured gowns and statement silhouettesMale models wore rich velvet sherwanis bandhgalas and structured jackets in deep tones like burgundy black and muted peach Embroidery zari work and metallic detailing add a regal flairTowards the end Malhotra came on the runway and thanked the guests for attending the fashion partyThank you all of you for being here tonight We just wanted to try something different and make it all a party Couture is alive clothes are alive he saidThe India Couture Week 2025 an initiative of the Fashion Design Council of India FDCI will come to a close on July 30This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed agencies Midday accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability trustworthiness reliability and data of the text Midday managementmiddaycom reserves the sole right to alter delete or remove without notice the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever