At the FDCI India Fashion Awards 2026, we honoured Dhruv Kapoor and Kartik Kumra, two distinctive voices representing a new generation of Indian fashion that is confident, contemporary and uncompromising in its vision.
From pushing the boundaries of modern design to reimagining India’s relationship with craft, culture and the world, their journeys reflect a fashion landscape that is no longer defined by borders.
We celebrated Dhruv Kapoor for a design language that is distinctly Indian in its sensibility, yet speaks fluently to a global audience. His work reflects a new India in fashion – one that draws from its cultural identity while challenging conventions, pushing boundaries and creating an impact far beyond its borders. A celebration of vision, individuality and the next generation shaping the future of Indian fashion.
Indian by design. Global by impact.
We honoured Kartik Research, led by Kartik Kumra for its distinctive vision of Indian fashion, where traditional craftsmanship and contemporary design come together with a bold, global point of view. With a deep respect for India’s artisanal heritage and a distinctly modern vocabulary, Kartik Research represents a generation of Indian design that is rooted in its origins yet unafraid to redefine what comes next.
Rooted in craft. Driven by culture. Made for the world.
