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NDTV
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Param Sundari Stars Janhvi Kapoor And Siddharth Malhotra Stun In Ivory Gaurav Gupta Bridal Couture Pieces
With a maximalist approach to creativity, Gaurav Gupta brought his best work to the runway as fashion unfolded at his bridal couture showcase, Quantum Entanglement. The designer brought a beautiful presentation of silhouettes to the ramp. The event took place in Mumbai on Friday. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Gaurav Gupta (@gauravguptaofficial) Param Sundari stars Janhvi Kapoor and Siddharth Malhotra turned showstopper for Gaurav Gupta. Celebrities like Dulquer Salmaan, Malaika Arora, Khushi Kapoor, Disha Patani and many more attended the event, adding to the glamour and excitement. Janhvi walked the ramp dressed in a Svarnama lehenga encrusted in over 10,000 crystals. The stunning ivory-white ensemble came with a voluminous skirt and matching off-shoulder blouse. It featured elaborate embellishments all over, typical of Gaurav Gupta's signature style. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Gaurav Gupta (@gauravguptaofficial) The entire outfit exuded a regal feel and included a long, flowing train. Janhvi also wore a matching white dupatta on her head, complementing the overall ensemble and adding a touch of traditional elegance to the look. To complete her bridal appearance, the 28-year-old actress accessorised with a statement necklace and kaliras adorned on her wrists. Her hair was styled in a neat bun and her subtle makeup allowed the intricate details of the lehenga to be the focal point. Siddharth Malhotra, on the other hand, complimented Janhvi in colour coordinated cream sherwani with intricate embroidery. A simple white dupatta was draped elegantly around his elbow and shoulder, adding a touch of sophistication to his regal look. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Wedding Story (@theweddingstory_official) Gaurav Gupta's Quantum Entanglement bridal couture collection seamlessly blended traditional Indian craftsmanship with modern silhouettes. Drawing inspiration from Art Nouveau architecture, Indian royalty, and ancient mythology, the designer reimagined traditional bridal wear with a modern twist. The collection highlighted the intricate embroidery, 3D embellishments and dramatic designs in Indian fashion.
The Hindu
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Love, zardozi and a ₹8.6 trillion wedding industry formed the backdrop for the Gaurav Gupta bridal couture show
At his first-ever bridal couture show, held at Mumbai's Jio World Convention Centre last night, Gaurav Gupta wanted us to believe in love. And why not? It is the most marketable emotion during India's festive-to-weddding season, which kicks off in just a few weeks and then barrels through to next summer. The designer even skipped Paris Couture Week this year to focus entirely on this solo outing. The collection, titled Quantum Entanglement, is an ode to the enduring power of love. 'It's about two souls intertwined across time and space, constantly drawn to each other,' Gaurav said over the phone earlier this week. 'We want to celebrate love, woven into the experience of an Indian wedding. This time, in India, we're doing a large couture collection — with a lot of brocades handwoven in Banaras, metallic tissue inspired by my mother's wedding sari, layers of surrealism, a bit of Gothic, a bit of Art Nouveau.' The over 75-piece collection (with 10 looks part of the bridal line) reflected this evolved aesthetic with Gaurav Gupta's signature: the sari gown he has practically trademarked, sculptural shapes, sherwanis with modern, razor-sharp tailoring, and plenty of zardozi work. There was also a maturity to the palette and structure — less 'look at me' flash, more 'you can't look away' finesse. It is no coincidence that Gaurav chose to go for bridal couture now. The Indian wedding market is booming. According to BlueWeave Consulting, which generates market research reports, India's wedding planning market was pegged at ₹5.16 trillion in 2024, and is projected to more than double to ₹11.06 trillion by 2031. Market research company Grand View Research, meanwhile, estimates that the broader wedding services market — think venues, catering, jewellery, outfits, entertainment — was already worth about ₹8.64 trillionin 2024, and will hit ₹18.94 trillion by 2030. Gaurav has taken a note of this. 'Of course, there's a business lens here,' he admitted. 'But I think what excites me most is that Indian bridal wear is becoming more individualistic. Brides are mixing silhouettes, colours, and styles in ways we wouldn't have seen even five years ago. That's the space I want to occupy,' he says. And, spending is not just back to pre-pandemic levels, it has surpassed it. A 2023 report by wedding vendor directory WeddingWire India noted that couples are now spending 20-30% more on bridal wear compared to 2019, with destination weddings and couture outfits driving much of that increase. Gaurav has acknowledged this shift. 'Bridal couture is no longer about tradition alone. It's about self-expression, individuality, and drama,' he said. 'Indian weddings are theatre, and couture is the costume that makes it unforgettable.' Bringing the drama On arrival, attendees were ushered through a pre-show space more lavish than most actual sangeet venues: cocktails flowing freely, a grazing table that could have doubled as an art installation, and a roster of live Indian classical music and dance performances. It was, in effect, Gaurav's way of walking his audience through the pre-function rituals — except, here, the bride was the brand, and every guest was in on the big reveal. Yes, there were pieces in muted tones, only this time paired with hats and sculptural headpieces. But Gaurav also pushed into a range of shades: oyster grey, champagne silver, even deep midnight blue. Banarasi brocades, some taking 200 days to weave, were layered with crystal webs, hand-cut florals, gilded zari and intricate embroidery. Chantilly lace from France got a futuristic spin with elaborate drapes, while semi-precious stones, mother-of-pearl and temple-style motifs looked part-heirloom, part-sci-fi prop. Laser-cut 3D petals and corsetry with handwoven piping spoke to a clear craft focus — though at times it risked tipping into overworked territory. Menswear strayed from the ceremonial sherwani, with asymmetric closures, pleated drapes and tonal beadwork making it feel looser, if still firmly in couture land. The main runway had, in our opinion, a 3D mandap that felt more architectural than ceremonial, a sculptural structure marrying Gupta's signature futurism with a certain cultural shorthand. This was not a coy nod to tradition but a direct appropriation, scaled for Instagram's swipe-happy audience. The sets did most of the heavy lifting in storytelling: the mandap framing each look as if the model were in the throes of her own slow-motion pheras. The silhouettes were sculpted, structured, often with his signature wave forms and dramatic drapes. The celebrity quotient was predictably high. Janhvi Kapoor took the role of showstopper in an off-white, heavily embroidered creation alongside Sidharth Malhotra, dapper in a sherwani. If Gupta's decision to skip Paris for this was a gamble, the packed house and Instagram stories suggest it paid off. He has, after all, built his brand on sculptural spectacle, and in India's current wedding economy, spectacle sells. If the show's mission was to remind the market — both in the room and far beyond — that Gaurav Gupta is as fluent in bridal as he is on the red-carpet, it succeeded. Whether you saw it as a love letter to Indian weddings or a shrewd play for a share of that multi-lakh-crore pie, the outcome was the same: an evening of couture dressed up as nuptials. And with the numbers, as they are, don't be surprised if your next 'wedding invite' is also a front-row seat to a fashion show.
Hans India
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Janhvi Kapoor and Sidharth Malhotra Bring Param Sundari Energy to Gaurav Gupta's First Bridal Couture Show
The runway was nothing short of cinematic as the 'Param Sundari' stars walked hand-in-hand, embodying the perfect fusion of timeless heritage and contemporary flair. In a dazzling celebration of love, ritual, and reinvention, Janhvi Kapoor and Sidharth Malhotra turned heads as the showstoppers for Gaurav Gupta's first-ever bridal couture showcase in Mumbai. The designer unveiled his latest masterpiece, Quantum Entanglement, a collection that reimagines the traditional Indian bride and groom for the present and future. Janhvi's bridal moment Having previously walked for Gaurav Gupta at India Couture Week in 2023, Janhvi returned to the runway in a look that was pure modern bridal fantasy. She wore a heavily embroidered lehenga paired with an off-shoulder blouse, topped with a delicate veil edged in intricate embroidery. The ensemble's most striking detail was the iconic Gaurav Gupta infinity logo, meticulously embellished on the lehenga's waistband. Her understated yet luminous glam, paired with contemporary kalires , offered a refreshing twist on bridal tradition, celebrating the elegance and individuality of the modern Indian bride. Sidharth's regal complement Sidharth Malhotra perfectly matched Janhvi's ethereal presence in an ivory sherwani adorned with tonal embroidery. Draped with an ivory shawl, his look exuded royal opulence while maintaining a sleek, contemporary edge—ideal for the modern Indian groom. A couture homecoming Marking his most rooted collection to date, Gupta described Quantum Entanglement as a year in the making—a deliberate creative pause from the Paris Haute Couture calendar to focus on something deeply intimate: a return to home and heritage. Each piece was envisioned as a future heirloom, carrying ancestral memory while reflecting the voice of a new generation. The collection showcased handwoven Banarasi brocades, antique zardosi embroidery, and Chantilly lace sourced from historic French mills, weaving together craft, legacy, and innovation. Star-studded celebration The event drew a glittering crowd of Bollywood celebrities, including Malaika Arora, Khushi Kapoor, Vijay Varma, Disha Patani, Nitanshi Goel, Neha Dhupia, Angad Bedi, Kiran Rao, Anshula Kapoor, and Shriya Saran. The audience witnessed not just a fashion show, but an artistic statement that set the tone for the upcoming wedding season. Global impact, Indian heart Gaurav Gupta has long been celebrated on global platforms, with his creations worn by icons like Beyoncé, Shakira, Cardi B, Rihanna, Halle Berry, Katy Perry, Joey King, and Taraji P. Henson. Yet this showcase reaffirmed that his deepest inspiration still draws from the traditions, rituals, and evolving spirit of India. By blending heritage craftsmanship with imaginative silhouettes, Gupta's first bridal couture show was more than a debut—it was a bridge between the past and the future, between the universal language of love and the infinite possibilities of design.
News18
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Disha Patani Dazzles In A Cobalt Blue Figure-Hugging Gaurav Gupta Gown
For her appearance at Gaurav Gupta's first-ever bridal couture show in Mumbai, Disha Patani stunned in a cobalt blue strapless gown by the designer. Disha Patani brought a wave of sculpted glamour to Mumbai as she graced designer Gaurav Gupta's first-ever bridal couture showcase, Quantum Entanglement. The event, held in an intimate yet star-studded setting, marked a significant milestone for the couturier, whose work has long been associated with architectural silhouettes and futuristic embellishment. True to the evening's theme, Disha arrived in a look that was both celestial and commanding. Taking to her Instagram, Disha Patani shared pictures of her look. Her strapless gown was a masterclass in Gaurav Gupta's signature design language: a figure-hugging silhouette crafted in deep cobalt blue, richly adorned with intricate beadwork and shimmering sequins. The play of textures caught the light from every angle, creating a liquid-metal effect that felt both otherworldly and red-carpet ready. Take a look at the pictures here. View this post on Instagram A post shared by disha patani (paatni) 🦋 (@dishapatani) Strategically placed sheer panelling added a whisper of sensuality without compromising the gown's sophistication, while sculptural draping along the bodice and hips accentuated her frame. Disha's styling was equally on point, striking the perfect balance between opulence and restraint. She accessorised with a statement diamond necklace, its centrepiece a striking blue gemstone that mirrored the gown's hue, along with matching drop earrings. A delicate scattering of rings completed the jewellery, ensuring the spotlight remained firmly on the couture. For the makeup, Disha opted for luminous skin, soft taupe eyeshadow, fluttering lashes, and a nude-pink lip. Her hair was styled in loose, cascading waves, adding an effortless softness to the structured drama of her gown. The showcase itself was a glittering affair, with industry heavyweights and Bollywood favourites in attendance. Celebrities like Malaika Arora, Khushi Kapoor, Vijay Varma, Nitanshi Goel, Neha Dhupia, Angad Bedi, Kiran Rao, Anshula Kapoor and Shriya Saran, among others, graced the showcase with their presence. Janhvi Kapoor and Sidharth Malhotra walked for the designer as showstoppers, as they also promoted their upcoming movie, Param Sundari. First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
India.com
13 hours ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Malaika Arora, Dulquer Salmaan & Others Attend Gaurav Guptas Bridal Couture Showcase
Mumbai: Ace designer Gaurav Gupta on Friday presented his highly anticipated bridal couture showcase, 'Quantum Entanglement', in Mumbai. The fashion gala was attended by who's who of the Indian film industry. From Dulquer Salmaan to Angad Bedi, Neha Dhupia, Malaika Arora and Disha Patani, many film stars gathered together under one roof to cheer for Gaurav Gupta. All were dressed to the nines. Have a look at the pictures from the event View this post on Instagram A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) Actor Vijay Varma looked dapper in this black suit. Bollywood superstar Salman Khan's niece Alizeh served looks in this gorgeous shimmer dress. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) Dulquer Salmaan happily posed for shutterbugs with his wife Amal. Malaika Arora attended the event in Gaurav Gupta's stunning ensemble. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) Angad Bedi and Neha Dhupia opted for black and white attire. This time, Gaurav Gupta did not showcase his collection at India Couture Week 2025, and instead, on Friday night, he held a stand-alone show in Mumbai. Gaurav Gupta has been in the industry for a long time. He is known for pioneering the fusion of fantasy, mythology, and traditional Indian wear with contemporary designs. He co-founded his design label in 2005 and has since gained prominence for his work showcased on international stages, including Paris Haute Couture Week. His ensembles have been worn by many international stars such as Beyonce and Mindy Kaling.
