Archive · 24 Aug 2026
Masaba Gupta Returns to the Ramp With Playful Bridal Couture
Masaba Gupta showed a new bridal collection called Chardi Kala at a major fashion week in Delhi.
It was her first time presenting at India Couture Week.
She had not done a runway show for six years because she was busy growing her business.
The collection mixed traditional Indian clothing with modern pieces.
It used bright ideas, large motifs, layered jewellery and bold styling.
Masaba wanted people to remember that fashion can be fun, not only serious or focused on selling.
She said her ideal bride makes her own decisions and does not worry too much about other people’s opinions.
The show also featured models Carol Gracias and Madhu Sapre.
Masaba said she respects Gen Z’s focus on smart work, collaboration and results.
Masaba Gupta made her India Couture Week debut with the Chardi Kala collection at Delhi’s Taj Palace.
She said the six-year break from runway shows focused on building her brand’s retail arm and expanding its categories.
Chardi Kala combines fusion wear, heritage styling, maximalism, layering and bold motifs with commercial versatility.
The show used an all-red setting, Sarojini Naidu’s speech, music and theatrical lighting to make fashion feel thoughtful and fun.
Gupta described her independent “Masaba bride” and praised Gen Z for valuing intelligence, collaboration, results and homegrown brands.
- Who
- Designer Masaba Gupta, with models including Carol Gracias and Madhu Sapre, presented the collection.
- What
- Gupta debuted her Chardi Kala bridal couture collection at Hyundai India Couture Week 2026.
- When
- At Hyundai India Couture Week 2026; Gupta said she had been away from runway shows for six years.
- Where
- The Taj Palace in Delhi.
- Why
- She wanted to present her vision of bridal couture, reconnect runway work with the brand, and show that fashion could be fun and versatile.
- Designer
- Masaba Gupta
- Collection
- Chardi Kala
- Event
- Hyundai India Couture Week 2026, an FDCI initiative
- Venue
- Taj Palace, Delhi
- Collection focus
- Fusion wear, heritage styling, maximalism, layering and bold motifs
- Show design
- An all-red setting, music, intentional lighting and an opening with Sarojini Naidu’s speech
- Runway gap
- Gupta said she had not presented a runway show for six years