Bollywood’s timeless beauty Aditi Rao Hydari has added a new creative feather to her cap. The actor and style icon was officially announced as Satya Paul’s Co-Creative Director at the Lakmē Fashion Week X FDCI, where she also turned showstopper for the brand’s latest collection, The Night Garden.
This collaboration marks Aditi’s first-ever creative association with a fashion house — a move that reflects her deep love for design, artistry, and expression.
“Creation, creativity, playing with fabric, and constantly coming up with ideas has always been part of my DNA,” Aditi said. “I’m thrilled to begin this journey professionally with David Abraham, Rakesh Thakore, and an iconic brand like Satya Paul.”
A Vibrant Debut at Lakmē Fashion Week
Aditi captivated the audience as she walked the runway draped in a vibrant ombre saree in hues of red, purple, and black, adorned with blooming floral embroidery — an ode to Satya Paul’s signature artistic flair.
The showcase, The Night Garden, celebrated the essence of Indian femininity and festivity. Models glided down the runway in flowing silks, bold prints, and contemporary drapes inspired by a blooming garden under a starlit sky.
Fashion Meets Philosophy: Empowerment in Every Thread
Sharing her excitement about this new chapter, Aditi said the brand mirrors her own creative ethos.
“Satya Paul empowers women to own their femininity and fearless individuality,” she noted. “It’s a brand that keeps evolving, just as we women do. I’m excited to start creating.”
Known for her elegant, experimental style, Aditi’s partnership with the brand brings a fusion of cinematic grace and modern design thinking, bridging Bollywood glamour and fashion artistry.
Welcomed by Industry Icons
Joining creative directors David Abraham, Rakesh Thakore, and Kevin Nigli, Aditi is poised to contribute fresh perspectives to the brand’s evolving aesthetic.
David Abraham and Rakesh Thakore, who co-founded the renowned design label Abraham & Thakore, praised Aditi’s entry into the creative team.
“We are delighted to welcome Aditi Rao Hydari as Co-Creative Director,” they said. “Her timeless elegance, distinctive style, and appreciation for art and culture make her the perfect partner for this inspiring new chapter.”
A New Era for Satya Paul
This collaboration marks a transformational moment for the heritage fashion brand. Once known for pioneering contemporary sarees, Satya Paul continues to reinvent itself for new-age audiences while staying rooted in its artistic legacy.
By combining Aditi’s Bollywood charm with Satya Paul’s design innovation, the partnership sets the tone for a fresh, inclusive, and globally relevant fashion narrative.
Jay-Ho Glam
Aditi Rao Hydari’s appointment as Co-Creative Director of Satya Paul signals more than just a celebrity-fashion collaboration — it represents a merging of creativity, empowerment, and evolution. As Aditi herself says, “This is just the beginning of something beautiful — a celebration of femininity, freedom, and imagination.”
