ICW 2026: Aditi Rao Hydari, Siddharth bring regal romance to Jayanti Reddy's couture showcase
New Delhi, July 29
Indian cinema's one of the most beloved couples Aditi Rao Hydari and Siddharth emerged as the highlight of the Fashion Design Council of India Hyundai India Couture Week 2026 on Tuesday evening, walking as the exclusive showstoppers for designer Jayanti Reddy at the Taj Palace hotel in New Delhi.
The actor couple closed the showcase hand-in-hand, bringing a blend of heritage-inspired fashion and contemporary elegance to the runway.
Their coordinated appearance complemented Jayanti Reddy's latest couture collection, which drew inspiration from the cultural legacy of Hyderabad and the craftsmanship of the Nizami era.
Aditi Rao Hydari wore a gold and beige embellished peplum-style bodice paired with a flared sharara skirt featuring intricate zardozi embroidery, beadwork and sequins. She completed the look with a choker set, pin-straight hair tucked behind her ears and a bold lip.
Siddharth matched the collection's aesthetic in a heavily embroidered beige sherwani jacket worn unbuttoned with draped dhoti-style trousers. He accessorised the outfit with a multi-layered pearl and emerald statement necklace.
Jayanti Reddy also appeared on the runway alongside the showstoppers in a shimmering sheer beige embroidered top paired with tailored white trousers. Her latest collection 'The Glided Era' showcased heritage textiles, antique floral motifs and a neutral colour palette that highlighted intricate hand embroidery and craftsmanship.
The runway presentation concluded with the designer and the actor couple posing together against the illuminated stage arches, marking one of the standout moments of the ongoing FDCI Hyundai India Couture Week 2026.
The showcase reflected Jayanti Reddy's signature approach of combining traditional Indian silhouettes with contemporary styling, with Aditi Rao Hydari and Siddharth bringing the designer's vision to life as the finale showstoppers.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Beautiful collection but honestly, it feels like we keep seeing the same Nizami-inspired motifs in every other couture show. Would love to see something more experimental or regional from other parts of India too. That said, Aditi and Siddharth did carry the outfits brilliantly. They have such great chemistry on the ramp.
Sidharth and Aditi are just couple goals! ❤️ The way they walked hand-in-hand... so much grace. And that sherwani with the dhoti trousers is giving major desi royal vibes. Jayanti Reddy is a gem, always celebrating our heritage with such elegance. Couture Week 2026 is off to a fabulous start!
Not a fan of that peplum-style bodice on Aditi. It looks a bit too Western for a collection that's supposed to be inspired by Hyderabad's Nizami era. The embroidery is top-notch, no doubt, but the silhouette doesn't fully capture the regal vibe they were aiming for. Siddharth's outfit was more cohesive.
I love how this collection celebrates tradition while still feeling fresh and wearable. The neutral palette is so chic, and the hand embroidery details are incredible. Aditi and Siddharth really brought the designer's vision to life. Makes me want to visit Hyderabad and see the real Nizami architecture up close! 🕌✨
Honestly, why is every fashion show in Delhi always about Nizami or Mughal stuff? India has so many other traditional crafts like Phulkari, Chikank
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