At Royal Ascot, India arrives in couture, fascinators and nine yards
The 2026 Royal Ascot festival saw a notable increase in Indian cultural representation through fashion and celebrity attendance. Figures like Natasha Poonawalla and Sara Ali Khan showcased Indian couture, signaling a shift in the traditional British social event.
Why it matters
The event highlights the growing influence of Indian cultural diplomacy and the evolving nature of global elite social gatherings.
At Royal Ascot, India arrives in couture, fascinators and nine yards - The Times of India
The article focuses on cultural observation and fashion reporting without taking a political stance.
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