India : The one-day exposition brought together over 50 heritage brands, royal ateliers, master artisans and distinguished guests for a celebration of Indian luxury, fashion, craftsmanship and culture
Royal Fables, India’s only authentic platform showcasing the craft, culture, cuisine and costumes of Princely India presented its much-anticipated Diwali Edit, A Royal Diwali at Grand Hyatt Gurgaon on Tuesday, 13 October 2026. Curated by Anshu Khanna, Founder of Royal Fables and Charu Singh, Partner at Royal Fables, the one-day exposition brought together over 50 heritage brands, royal ateliers and master artisans celebrating the timeless elegance of India’s royal legacy through fashion, jewellery, art, lifestyle and craftsmanship.
The showcase offered visitors an immersive experience of India’s rich cultural traditions, featuring heirloom jewellery, couture, handwoven textiles, collectible art, handcrafted décor and exceptional objects that reflected the country’s enduring design heritage. Blending the grandeur of the past with contemporary luxury, the event brought together designers, artisans, collectors and cultural enthusiasts under one roof.
The event was supported by Kanjimull Jewellers and Shilpi Gupta, who came on board as sponsors for Royal Fables’ Diwali Edit celebrating India’s rich heritage of jewellery, textiles and craftsmanship.
The day commenced with the ceremonial inauguration and lamp-lighting ceremony in the presence of Maharani Shailaja Katoch of Kangra-Lambagraon, Charu Singh (Partner, Royal Fables), Anshu Khanna (Founder, Royal Fables), Maharani Meera Basant Kaur of Kapurthala, Dr Tania Nijhawan (Chairperson YFLO Delhi), Shivani Chopra, acclaimed saree draping artist Dolly Jain and Kanwarani Gitanjali Shah Mandawa of Tehri Garhwal. The ceremony set the tone for a celebration dedicated to India’s royal traditions, cultural heritage and enduring craftsmanship.
A key highlight of the day was the conversations with Dolly Jain, an engaging series of discussions exploring the saree as a symbol of heritage, identity and personal expression. The programme also featured a special conversation led by Dr Tania Nijhawan, Chairperson, YFLO Delhi with Dolly Jain, Maharani Basant Kaur of Kapurthala, Maharani Shailaja Katoch of Kangra-Lambagraon, Rani Jaykirti Singh of Baria & Kanwarani Gitanjali Shah Mandawa of Tehri Garhwal. The discussion celebrated the enduring elegance of Indian textiles and royal traditions, offering insights into the cultural significance of traditional attire and the legacy of royal wardrobes.
The afternoon continued with an elegant High Tea hosted by Shivani Chopra and Shilpi Gupta bringing together guests from the worlds of fashion, culture, design and lifestyle for an afternoon of conversation and celebration.
Adding a touch of nostalgia and automotive grandeur to the festivities was a special vintage car showcase presented by HMCI. The display featured collections owned by Mr Diljeet Titus, Mr Ranjit Malik and Mr Madan Mohan celebrating India’s motoring heritage through automobiles that reflected the craftsmanship, elegance and engineering of a bygone era.
Another highlight was the curated walkthrough of the Royal Fables Diwali Edit led by Maharani Basant Kaur of Kapurthala. The walkthrough offered an exclusive exploration of the exhibition’s carefully selected collections, highlighting heritage crafts, textiles, jewellery and contemporary interpretations of regal Indian style. It provided guests with an opportunity to discover the stories, traditions and craftsmanship behind the participating brands and their creations.
Throughout the day guests explored the exhibition, discovering the work of participating designers, heritage brands, artisans and collectors. From traditional craftsmanship and heirloom creations to contemporary interpretations of Indian luxury, the showcase highlighted the relevance of India’s cultural legacy in today’s evolving luxury landscape.
Through its thoughtfully curated exhibitions and cultural engagements, Royal Fables continues to create spaces where the stories, traditions and artistic expressions of Princely India can be experienced by contemporary audiences. By bringing together heritage custodians, artisans and creative entrepreneurs, the platform seeks to preserve traditional knowledge while encouraging its appreciation among new generations.
The Royal Fables Diwali Edit concluded as a celebration of India’s living heritage, seamlessly bringing together royal conversations, fashion, craftsmanship, textiles, jewellery, automobiles and contemporary luxury. With its distinctive curation and emphasis on cultural storytelling, A Royal Diwali reaffirmed the enduring appeal of India’s royal traditions in the modern world.
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