The runway at Hyundai India Couture Week 2025 turned into an emotional tribute as actor Arjun Rampal walked as showstopper for the late fashion maestro Rohit Bal. The moment was more than just couture- it was a heartfelt homage to a visionary who transformed Indian fashion with opulence, poetry, and heritage.

Rohit Bal, who passed away on November 1, 2024, left behind not just exquisite garments but a legacy deeply rooted in Indian aesthetics and Kashmiri elegance. His final collection, Kash-Gul, was presented posthumously by his team at ICW 2025, drawing inspiration from the beauty of Kashmir- his birthplace—and the poetic imagery of Gulistan, meaning "a garden of flowers."

Clad in a regal ensemble from the Kash-Gul line, Arjun Rampal walked with visible emotion, reminding the audience of his close bond with Rohit Bal- both as a muse and a longtime friend. The collection reflected Bal’s signature style: flowy silhouettes, intricate embroidery, and an unmistakable celebration of nature and nostalgia.

“Kash-Gul” wasn't just a couture collection- it was Rohit Bal’s final ode to the paradise he loved and the craft he lived for. Motifs of blooming flora, delicate vines, and traditional Kashmiri patterns adorned the garments, evoking both grandeur and grace.

As the show concluded, the audience rose in applause—not only for the design brilliance but also in remembrance of a legend who had once said, “I live for beauty.” Indeed, beauty lived through him, and last night, it walked the ramp once more.

India Couture Week 2025 will be remembered not just for its fashion, but for this moment of reflection, reverence, and Rohit Bal.