Ashhar Alam / New Delhi
Kriti Sanon stole the spotlight at Dubai Fashion Week 2026, turning showstopper for iconic designer Manish Malhotra. Draped in a pearl-embellished white ensemble complete with a flowing skirt, blouse, and sheer dupatta, the actor dazzled the audience, her look accented with diamond and emerald jewellery from Malhotra’s exquisite collection.
The Do Patti star’s association with Manish Malhotra runs deep; she has worn his creations for years, including her sister Nupur Sanon’s wedding. Kriti also closed the runway at Dubai Fashion Week 2025, and this year, she once again brought the curtains down, leaving a trail of viral social media moments.
Malhotra’s 2026 collection, The Indian Story: Inaya, featured sparkling brocade, sequins, and intricately embellished outfits, each paired with stunning diamond and emerald jewellery. Every model walking the runway showcased pieces that are destined to light up red carpets and festive occasions across the year.
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Speaking to Gulf News, Malhotra shared, “Dubai is very close to my heart. I first came here in 1999 and launched my store at Jumeirah Beach Road in 2005. Each visit inspires me, there’s always something new and fabulous.”
The show ended with Kriti and Malhotra walking together, as the audience applauded the designer’s sparkling creations and celebrated a night of glamour and elegance.
