A GLIMPSE OF INDIA’S MOST STYLISH 2018
The country’s best dressed celebs came together to revel in the grandeur of an exquisite awards night
Monika Rawal Kukreja
After six successful editions of HT Most Stylish in Delhi and Mumbai, the most celebrated style event in the country got even bigger and better. This year, it turned into the first edition of India’s Most Stylish, hosted by Hindustan Times (HTMS 2018). Attended by top names from the world of politics, entertainment, and sport, among others, the affair was high on glamour.
In line with the theme of the night, Court Decadence — as envisaged by style curator and designer Manish Malhotra — every nook and corner of HTMS 2018 spelled grandeur. Sparkling chandeliers with “a massive 45-feet installation”, an elaborate arrangement of flowers, red velvet curtains mounted on balconies, and the LED screen on the stage added to the visual drama of the set, which looked every inch spectacular with its rose-gold colour palette.
Set designer Dipankar says, “The theme was picked from an era when people splurged. While doing up the set, I thought how would a diva dress up and conduct herself? It was all about transporting people in Mumbai to a completely different world altogether. The attendees deserved a special enclosure.”
There was much emphasis on the lighting as well. “Each time a star came up on the stage, the entire light theme would change to suit their personality, leading to a very personalised experience.”
Stunned by the whole experience, celebrity guests were elated to be a part of the evening. Actor Taapsee Pannu, who got Rising Star of Style award, says, “HT Style Awards are the only style awards I’ve been attending for the past two years. This year, the set was really grand. The entire decor looked so classy.”
Actor Freddy Daruwala, who graced the red carpet, feels that HTMS 2018 is by far one of the best indoor awards he has attended. “From the welcome and the entry passage to the dome — the way the event was planned in totality was fantastic. The set spoke for itself — perfect epitome of style and panache.”