Day 2 of the Hyundai India Couture Week in Delhi brought with it all the glitz, glamour, and a touch of real-life romance. The spotlight was firmly on designer Isha Jajodia, who showcased her stunning French fusion collection titled Whispers of Love to Myself. But it wasn’t just the clothes that had everyone talking.
Taking centre stage was Tara Sutaria, who looked like she’d stepped out of a modern-day fairytale. She closed the show in a soft pastel Chantilly lace ballgown paired with a shimmering corset, delicate chiffon trails flowing behind her. The look was ethereal, but it was a moment off-script that truly stole the show.
As Nat King Cole’s “L-O-V-E” floated through the speakers, Tara made her way down the runway, smiling, playful, and fully in her element. But just as she reached the edge of the ramp, she glanced toward the front row, where her rumoured boyfriend, Veer Pahariya, was watching. The two locked eyes, subtly, but unmistakably. A flying kiss from Tara followed, which Veer returned with a cheeky wave. The chemistry? Unmissable.
Backstage, Tara revealed her plan to unwind. “I am going to have dal makhani right after this walk, I just want to tell everybody that I am so excited for my dinner,” she told NDTV.
The evening was filled with standout moments. Suneet Varma unveiled his new collection, Sehr, with Riddhima Kapoor Sahni walking as the showstopper. The pieces blended soft pastel tones with rich gold threadwork, creating an almost dreamy vibe. Riddhima’s flowing cape and minimal styling made sure the outfit remained the hero.
Earlier during the couture week, Rahul Mishra kicked off Day 1 with his latest offering, Becoming Love. Actor Tamannaah Bhatia turned showstopper, showcasing not one but two looks from the collection. The designs seemed to draw from the celestial: think moonlit textures, galactic sparkles, and a poetic take on traditional couture.
This is just the beginning. With big names like Manish Malhotra, Tarun Tahiliani, JJ Valaya, and even a posthumous collection from Rohit Bal still to come, the 18th edition of India Couture Week is shaping up to be one to remember.
