My Spring 2026 collection is a profound ode to the trailblazing women of 20th-century India—remarkable visionaries whose lives redefined womanhood and carved out legacies that continue to shape generations.

Whether it is Sarojini Naidu, the “Nightingale of India,” whose poetry and politics stirred both hearts and revolutions; Kalpana Chawla, whose fearless ascent into space made the universe itself a canvas for Indian ambition; Lata Mangeshkar, whose voice became the eternal soundtrack of a nation; Parmeshwar Godrej, whose elegance, influence, and philanthropy reimagined modern Indian society; Smita Patil, whose raw brilliance illuminated the human condition on screen; Amrita Sher-Gil, the painter who gave voice and form to India’s modern art movement; Cornelia Sorabji, the pioneering barrister who broke barriers for women in law; Mahasweta Devi, whose pen fearlessly fought for the voiceless.

Together with countless others, these women stood at the crossroads of history, quietly rebellious yet magnificently commanding, etching their brilliance into the cultural, intellectual, and emotional fabric of India.

Yet beyond these icons, the collection is also deeply personal. I turn inward, reflecting on the women closest to me—my mother, whose unwavering resilience became my compass; the mentors and friends who opened doors and nurtured my vision; and the muses whose grace, beauty, and conviction continue to inspire my craft. Their presence is woven into every silhouette, stitch, and flourish, infusing the garments with a resonance that transcends aesthetics.

Through this union of personal memory and collective legacy, the collection emerges as a dialogue between heritage and modernity, between the women who shaped India’s cultural identity and those who shaped my own. It is a tapestry of strength and vulnerability, of rebellion and tenderness, of history and hope.

The Spring 2026 collection stands as both a reverent tribute and a living celebration of the enduring feminine force—a force that has carried nations, inspired revolutions, and continues to chart the future with grace and unshakable power of the 21st century women of India.