Actor Harshvardhan Rane added a celebrity moment to the evening as the showstopper, walking the runway to enthusiastic applause and bringing added glamour to the finale segment
Phoenix Mall of the Millennium turned into Pune’s style capital for an evening as it hosted a high-profile fashion showcase that brought together leading international brands, noted designer Prasad Bidapa, and a select guest list from the city’s social and business circles.
The invitation-only event positioned the mall as a growing destination for premium lifestyle experiences, drawing entrepreneurs, business leaders, influencers, socialites and fashion enthusiasts for a curated night of runway presentations and design-led storytelling.
The showcase featured Spring-Summer collections from a strong line-up of global and premium labels, including The White Crow – Scotch & Soda, Farm Rio, Paul Smith, Michael Kors, Coach, Mac Duggal, Emporio Armani, Diesel and Shantanu & Nikhil. The runway highlighted a mix of refined tailoring, resort wear, contemporary occasion dressing and modern wardrobe staples, reflecting international fashion trends for the season.
Curated by fashion veteran Prasad Bidapa, the event blended fashion, music and visual elements to create an immersive runway experience. Each segment was designed to reflect the distinct identity of the participating brands while showcasing the diverse retail offerings available at Phoenix Mall of the Millennium.
A highlight of the evening was the finale showcase by designer Delna Poonawalla, whose couture and evening wear collection brought drama and elegance to the runway. Her designs featured structured silhouettes, intricate detailing and red-carpet-inspired aesthetics that stood out as a closing statement of the show.
Actor Harshvardhan Rane added a celebrity moment to the evening as the showstopper, walking the runway to enthusiastic applause and bringing added glamour to the finale segment.
The event saw a strong turnout from Pune’s fashion and social community, with guests engaging in conversations, capturing moments and sharing highlights across social media platforms. The showcase quickly became one of the most talked-about events in the city’s lifestyle calendar.
Speaking about the event, Prasad Bidapa said Phoenix Mall of the Millennium provided an ideal setting for a fashion showcase of this scale, adding that Pune’s growing appreciation for style made the evening especially meaningful.
The event underlined the city’s evolving fashion culture, positioning Pune as an emerging hub for curated retail experiences and contemporary design expression.
