Punit Balana showcases ‘Utsav’ collection with Sara Ali Khan as showstopper

By

Maverick Martins

Published
Mar 13, 2023

Designer Punit Balana showcased his ‘Utsav’ collection with actor Sara Ali Khan as showstopper at the Lakme Fashion Week X FDCI in Mumbai.

The designs showcased on the ramp were styled along with jewellery pieces from JKJ Jewellers in Jaipur. The collection included lehengas, peplum sets, kurtas for men and many more.

Commenting on the show, Punit Balana in a statement said, “For me, what’s most important while designing a new collection are my roots, my surroundings. I never have to look beyond Jaipur and Rajasthan for inspiration. There’s so much about our history that remains untapped, and I really hope that one collection after another, I can show people how contemporary our culture can truly be.”

Sara Ali Khan added, “I am thrilled to be walking for Punit Balana and showcasing his stunning ‘Utsav’ collection, which stays true to its meaning of ‘celebration’ or ‘celebration of a joyous occasion’, Utsav highlights textures inspired by the Kalbelia community of Rajasthan, their folklore, literature and the culture that not only binds the Indian state of Rajasthan but one that also acts as a bridge between this state and Indian culture in a larger context.”

Lakme Fashion Week was organised in partnership with the Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI) at the Jio Gardens in the city of Mumbai from March 9 to 12.