Fashion Designer Khushi Kumar Debuts at London Fashion Week 2026 with “KALANTA — The House Awakens,” Featuring Pooja Hegde as Showstopper
London, United Kingdom, Feb 25: Emerging Indian luxury designer Khushi Kumar made her international runway debut at London Fashion Week 2026, unveiling her latest collection, “KALANTA — The House Awakens.” The showcase took place at the prestigious Fashion Scout’s Ones to Watch Catwalk at Protein Studios, marking a defining milestone for her label, KHUSHI KUMAR.
Established between New Delhi and London, KHUSHI KUMAR is rooted in the philosophy “Krafted in Time, Kurated for Now.” The label reinterprets Indian tradition for a global audience by blending heritage craftsmanship with contemporary storytelling, creating pieces that connect modern women to their cultural roots.
The Collection: KALANTA The House Awakens
KALANTA is an eight-look runway collection exploring themes of protection, air, and identity. Sculpted corsets and structured, oversized tailoring are juxtaposed with fluid silhouettes, reflecting both strength and softness.
The collection features custom Banaras zari and deep burgundy velvet, referencing ceremonial Indian jewellery traditions while elevating them through modern construction. Dramatic capes act as contemporary armor, symbolizing resilience, while intricate vine motifs represent growth and lineage — embodying the evolving spirit of the Khushi Kumar woman.
Pooja Hegde as Showstopper
Acclaimed actor Pooja Hegde closed the show as the showstopper, wearing one of the collection’s most powerful ensembles. Her appearance encapsulated the essence of KALANTA — strength, grace, and awakened identity — adding star power to the designer’s global debut.
Speaking about her collection, Khushi Kumar said,
“With KALANTA and with every single collection I design, I would like to honour Indian craftsmanship by presenting it in an impactful, modern way. The collection is about awakening to the concept of identity, heritage, and strength.”
With this international debut, Khushi Kumar positions her brand as a rising voice in contemporary global luxury — one that bridges Indian artisanal legacy with forward-thinking design on one of fashion’s most prestigious stages.