Ayushmann Khurrana and Sara Ali Khan Showcase Manish Malhotra's Return at Lakme Fashion Week 2026
At Lakme Fashion Week 2026 in New Delhi, actors Ayushmann Khurrana and Sara Ali Khan served as showstoppers for designer Manish Malhotra's return after three and a half years. They showcased his Luxury Prêt 2026 collection, featuring contemporary occasionwear and menswear with intricate embroidery and metallic embellishments. Ayushmann wore a tailored black ensemble with silver floral embroidery, while Sara donned a strapless corset-style top paired with a flowing skirt and sheer drape. The collection blended traditional craftsmanship with modern silhouettes and launched a new menswear line.
First-hand measurement across 6 sources
We measured how 6 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is positive (76/100). Lens Score 30/100.
Outlets measured: ndtv, hindustantimes, republicworld, freepressjournal, news18, timesnow. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (75–78/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
timesnow broke this story on 17 Oct, 07:15 pm. Other outlets followed.