Overview

• Sara Ali Khan closed Aisha Rao’s debut “Wild At Heart” collection in a rose-gold lehenga set inspired by banana leaves, lotus motifs, and new appliqué techniques.
• Khushi Kapoor brought a futuristic edge to the runway as showstopper for Rimzim Dadu’s “Oxynn” with a metallic bustier and Banjara-inspired mirror-work skirt.
• Aisha Rao’s first couture line highlighted nature-driven embroidery in teakberry and berry tones while Rimzim Dadu embraced industrial materials and sculptural silhouettes.
• Earlier highlights included Bhumi Pednekar for Ritu Kumar’s “Threads of Time: Reimagined” archive showcase and Arjun Rampal’s homage to Rohit Bal’s posthumous “Kash-Gul” collection.
• With heritage tributes and menswear innovations already on display, ICW 2025 heads into its July 30 finale anchored by J J Valaya’s closing presentation.