Anna Wintour, Isha Ambani, and Fan Bing Bing Celebrate Manish Malhotra's Historic Paris Couture Debut

A historic moment for Indian fashion unfolded in Paris this week as Manish Malhotra unveiled his Autumn/Winter 2026 Haute Couture collection during the official Paris Haute Couture calendar.

The presentation on Wednesday, July 8, marked a significant achievement for the designer, establishing him among the first Indian couturiers to secure an official slot during the prestigious fashion week. Seated front row for the milestone were Vogue's global editorial director Anna Wintour, Reliance Retail Executive Director Isha Ambani, and Chinese actress Fan Bing Bing.

Isha made a striking statement in a custom couture gown designed by Malhotra exclusively for the occasion. The piece showcased a sculpted corseted silhouette adorned with intricate hand embroidery featuring vintage salli and taban sequins, complemented by individually hand-set crystals throughout.

Isha's presence underscored her ongoing dedication to championing Indian luxury craftsmanship on the world stage. Through her role at Reliance Retail, she has been instrumental in facilitating the international expansion of Indian luxury brands while safeguarding the nation's heritage of artisanal techniques.

The Paris trip reflected Isha's focused mission to amplify Indian design talent globally. Beyond Malhotra's presentation, she attended to show support for fellow Indian designer Rahul Mishra, reinforcing her commitment to positioning Indian fashion at the forefront of international discourse.