Designers Jubinav Chadha, Taarini Anand and Saim Ghani emerge as the winners of the 41st edition of NIF Global Presents GenNext.
National, 4th February, 2026: Lakmē Fashion Week in partnership with the Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI) announces the 41st edition of NIF Global Presents GenNext, continuing its legacy as India’s leading platform for emerging fashion talent. The program spotlights designers who bring originality, experimentation, and a distinct creative voice to contemporary Indian fashion. The 41st edition introduces a new cohort of designers—Jubinav Chadha, Taarini Anand, and Saim Ghani, selected for their individual design sensibilities and future-facing approach. NIF Global Presents GenNext offers them the opportunity to debut on the Lakmē Fashion Week X FDCI runway, positioning
them at the intersection of creativity, industry access, and national visibility. Over the years, the GenNext platform has become a cornerstone of Lakmē Fashion Week X FDCI, backed by the collective vision of Lakmē, FDCI, Reliance, and NIF Global. With 40 successful editions completed, the initiative has propelled more than 250 designers into the fashion mainstream, many of whom have gone on to build influential labels and global careers. Esteemed alumni such as Rahul Mishra, Aneeth
Arora of Pero, Akshat Bansal of Bloni, Bodice by Ruchika Sachdeva, Masaba Gupta stand as testament to GenNext’s enduring impact on the industry. The NIF Global Presents GenNext program continues to attract strong interest from emerging designers across India. For the current edition, shortlisted designers presented their collections before an esteemed
jury comprising Manish Malhotra, Fashion Designer; Rochelle Pinto, Head of Editorial Content, Vogue India; Edward Lalrempuia, Fashion Stylist; Raisa Chakravarty, Head of Innovations, Lakmē;Jaspreet Chandok, Group Vice President, Reliance Brands;and Sabina Chopra, NIF Global GenNext Mentor. Speaking on the continued evolution of the GenNext platform, Sunanda Khaitan, CMO, Beauty &
Wellbeing, Hindustan Unilever, shared, “GenNext has long been integral to the Lakmē Fashion Week X FDCI platform, spotlighting designers who are shaping the future of Indian fashion with originality and purpose. Every edition introduces us to new creative voices whose work reflects innovation and a forward-
looking design sensibility. Through this program, we continue to provide a strong launchpad for emergingtalent, reaffirming Lakmē’s commitment to nurturing creativity and supporting a dynamic, future-facing fashion landscape.”
Sharing perspective on the program’s role in nurturing emerging talent, Shaunik Khosla, Business
Head, NIF Global, added,“‘NIF Global presents GenNext’ is not just a showcase, it is our commitment to shaping the future of fashion and interior design. At NIF Global, we go beyond education — we empower young creators with the vision, originality, and confidence to emerge as industry leaders. At Lakmé Fashion Week x FDCI, GenNext is where talent meets opportunity, and we are proud to lead that journey.”
Adding to this, Jaspreet Chandok, Group Vice President, Reliance Brands said, “The NIF Global
presents GenNext program supports designers at a pivotal stage in their journey, helping them bring their ideas and vision to life. This season is the 41st edition of the program, which celebrates their individuality and creativity, reinforcing our belief in the importance of nurturing talent that will define the future of Indian fashion.”
41st BATCH OF NIF Global PRESENTS GENNEXT DESIGNERS:
In image: Designer Jubinav Chadha,Founder ofJubinavInformation on the designer and the collection:
Designer Name: Jubinav Chadha
Brand Name: Jubinav
City: Delhi
Postcard from Valley of Flowers” – inspired by the iconic Valley of Flowers in Uttarakhand. Landscapes brought alive through quilting and patchwork, with latitudes and longitudes woven into textiles. Custom postcard prints deliver nostalgia while flora is bloomed through intricate embroidery. Modern yet classic silhouettes balance experimentation with structure anchored by earthy colors It captures the joy of escapism.
In image: Model sporting garment by Jubinav
In image: Designer Taarini Anand,Founder ofTaarini AnandInformation on the designer and the collection:
Designer Name: Taarini Anand
Brand Name: Taarini Anand
City: Mumbai
Inspired by the Ajanta Caves’ murals, our FW26/27 collection draws from tilted postures, mineral blues, reds and pinks, jewelled adornments and their rustic patina, translating pigment memory into melange hand knitting and silhouettes shaped by drape,weight and stillness.
In image: Model sporting garment by Taarini AnandIn image: Designer Saim Ghani,Founder ofSaim
Information on the designer and the collection:
Designer Name: Saim Ghani
Brand Name: Saim
City: Mumbai
Inspired by the drapes and ornamentations of traditional Indian mythological history, temple sculptures and celebrating the human form – transcending into shaped patchworks over sheer fabric that exaggerate a feeling of sensual and mystery to coexist, evolutionising the traditional clothing journey.In image: Model sporting garment by Saim
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About House of Lakmē: The House of Lakmē, is India’s no.1 colour cosmetics and leading premium skincare brand from Hindustan Unilever Ltd. The brand has been the pioneer of the make-up and colour cosmetics in India since 1952 with 1000+ SKUs that push the trendsetting envelope of beauty and fashion. Combining international cosmetic technology with an in-depth understanding of the Indian consumer’s needs, the House of Lakmē offers a comprehensive beauty experience through its extensive product portfolio, for fashionistas to embrace beauty unapologetically.
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About Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI): A non-profit organisation, the Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI), is the apex body of fashion design in India, represented by over 400 members. Founded on the premise of promoting, nurturing, and representing the best of fashion and design talent in the country; its prime objective is to propagate the business of fashion. FDCI stays true to its commitment to promote the ‘Make in India’ label as handlooms take centre stage, in a country, whose heritage is soaked in the flavours of indigenous crafts.
For more information, please visit:www.fdci.org
About Reliance Brands:
Reliance Brands Limited (RBL) is a subsidiary of Reliance Retail Ventures Ltd and began operations in 2007 with a mandate to launch and build global brands in luxury to premium segments across fashion and lifestyle. Its current portfolio of brand partnerships comprises Armani Exchange, Armani Caffe, Balenciaga, Bally, Bottega Veneta, Brooks Brothers, Burberry, Canali, Coach, Diesel, Dune,
EA7, Elan Cafe, Emporio Armani, Gas, Giorgio Armani, Hamleys, Hugo Boss, Hunkemoller, Iconix, Jimmy Choo, Kate Spade, La Martina, Lenscrafters, Manish Malhotra, Michael Kors, Mothercare,Muji, Paul & Shark, Paul Smith, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, Pret A Manger, Raghavendra
Rathore, Salvatore Ferragamo, Satya Paul, Steve Madden, Superdry, Scotch & Soda, Tiffany & Co., Tod’s, Tory Burch, Tumi, Valentino, Versace, Villeroy & Boch, West Elm, Zegna. RBL today operates 1,621 doors split into 934 stores and 687 shop-in-shops in India. In the past five years, RBL has also invested in building and operating homegrown designer brands besides acquiring the iconic British toy retailer Hamleys. Globally, Hamleys has 191 stores across 14 countries.
For more information, please visit: https://relianceretail.com/partner-brands.html
About NIF Global:
NIF Global (New York Institute of Fashion), headquartered in Manhattan, New York, with pan-India centres, offers world-class education in Fashion Design, Interior Design, Management, and Beauty. Its campuses provide students with cutting-edge training and a truly global perspective. Students showcase their talent at Lakmē Fashion Week x FDCI, New York, London, and Dubai Fashion Weeks.
Learn more at www.nifglobal.college — where creativity meets limitless possibilities.
