Bengaluru, Aug 19: Bengaluru witnessed a vibrant confluence of fashion, jewellery, music and contemporary Indian creativity as Threads of India – Independence Edition 2026 unfolded at the Upper Walkway, Rangoli Metro Art Center, MG Road, on Sunday, 16 August.
Presented by Brand New Money Films, in association with Prime Fashion, Threads of India celebrated India’s evolving design language by bringing together traditional craftsmanship, heritage influences and contemporary aesthetics in an immersive showcase at the heart of the city.
In a distinctive departure from conventional ballroom fashion shows, Threads of India transformed the Upper Walkway at Rangoli Metro Art Center into an open-air runway in the heart of Bengaluru. The event presented four curated runway sequences featuring 16 professional models, with choreography by noted fashion director Anand Maheswaran.
The showcase featured a thoughtfully curated selection of fashion and jewellery by Prakash Jewellers, ZClub, Dreya and Warah, spanning contemporary Indian, Indo-Western and heritage-inspired aesthetics. Set against the urban landscape of MG Road, the event allowed audiences to experience Indian design in an accessible public space, reinforcing the idea that fashion and culture belong within the city and its communities.
Speaking about the vision behind the event, Divyang Parmar, Founder – Brand New Money Films, said,
“Threads of India was conceptualised to take fashion beyond closed venues and bring it into a space where the city itself becomes part of the experience. India’s design story is incredibly diverse, and we wanted to create a platform that honours its craftsmanship and heritage while presenting it through a fresh, contemporary lens.”
The runway presentation was followed by music and community-led experiences, including an open-mic session and a curated marketplace featuring fashion, jewellery, art, food and creative brands. Following the invite-only runway showcase, the venue opened to the public, allowing visitors to interact with participating designers, artists and brands.
“The response to the first edition has reinforced our belief that Bengaluru is ready for cultural experiences that are inclusive, collaborative and rooted in creativity,” added Parmar. “Our aim is to build Threads of India into an annual platform where designers, artists, musicians, brands and audiences come together to celebrate the many expressions of contemporary India.”
With the Metro at its doorstep and free public access to the larger festival, Threads of India sought to make fashion and design more inclusive and experiential. The event welcomed members of Bengaluru’s creative community, including designers, artists, entrepreneurs, fashion enthusiasts, influencers, students and families.
The Independence Edition marked the first chapter of a property envisioned as an annual celebration of Indian fashion, art, design, music, food and community.