Organised by the Kenstone Institute of Design & Technology (KIDAT), Sutradhar 2026 provided a platform for young and emerging fashion talent. Presented in partnership with title sponsor National Gold & Diamond, the second season delivered a showcase of traditional craftsmanship and contemporary fashion presentations.
The designer evening was led by KIDAT founder Dhanushree Swapnil, along with co-founders Swapnil K. Shetty and Nikhil Raj K. Shetty, whose vision shaped the event.
The occasion attracted several prominent personalities from the Sandalwood film industry and public life. Sandalwood actress Sonal Monteiro attended the event, alongside C. S. Shadakshari, State President of the Karnataka State Government Employees' Association, and chief guest Ballekere Santosh.
Celebrity designer Rashmi Anoop Rao, known for her custom designs in the fashion industry, also graced the occasion. Yusuf Haider, D. S. Abdul Rahiman, Sheikh Ahmed and Sharik Moideen Kabir attended as guests of honour.
The highlight of Sutradhar 2026 was a series of four major fashion sequences, each showcasing different aspects of India's textile traditions.
The opening sequence celebrated India's traditional textile heritage, featuring the timeless designs of Kanchipuram, Banarasi, Manipuri and Gharchola sarees. The second sequence focused on Royal Mysore Silk, with models presenting richly crafted ensembles that reflected a regal, royal-family-inspired aesthetic.
The third sequence brought together Karnataka's iconic Ilkal weaves and traditional crafts from Kerala. The presentation highlighted a fusion of the two neighbouring states' textile traditions through distinctive fashion creations.
The event concluded with the National Gold & Diamond Jewellery Ramp Walk. Models showcased a collection of rare and exquisite jewellery pieces, bringing the four-sequence fashion presentation to a close.
Following the event, KIDAT Shivamogga announced that admissions are open for its upcoming batches. The institute is inviting aspiring students interested in building careers in the fashion industry to explore the opportunity.
Interested candidates can contact the Kenstone Institute of Design & Technology (KIDAT), Shivamogga, Karnataka, for admission-related enquiries.
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