Online kids essentials brand Basil has secured $2 million in a pre-Series A round led by Prime Venture Partners, with participation from Appreciate Capital and IIMA Ventures. The 2024-founded startup, currently at ₹36 crore ARR, plans to expand its product range, strengthen supply chains, and target ₹100 crore ARR by FY27.

Online kids essentials startup Basil raises $2 mn in pre-Series A

Bollywood actress Kriti Sanon stole the spotlight at London Fashion Week, attending Burberry's Fall/Winter 2026-27 show in a mocha leather trench dress. Featuring padded shoulders, belted details and a structured silhouette, she paired it with a teal silk scarf, brown boots and a mini top-handle bag. With sleek glam and a twisted topknot, Kriti delivered runway-worthy elegance.

Kriti Sanon steals the show at London Fashion Week in trench dress

Metropolitan Museum of Art announced 'Fashion Is Art' as the Met Gala 2026 dress code. The concept will explore "the complex interplay between artistic representations of the body and fashion as an embodied artform", stated the museum. It will be co-chaired by Beyoncé, Venus Williams, Nicole Kidman and Anna Wintour, with Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez serving as honorary chairs. 

'Fashion Is Art' announced as Met Gala 2026 dress code

On Monday, February 23, the Met Gala revealed the dress code for 2026 as 'Fashion is Art'. This aligns with the Metropolitan Museum of Art's spring 2026 exhibition, 'Costume Art', which also serves as the theme. This year, the Met Gala will take place on Monday, May 4, 2026, co-chaired by Beyonce, Venus Williams, Nicole Kidman and Anna Wintour.

Met Gala 2026 theme 'Fashion is Art' announced by organisers

South superstar Allu Arjun hosted a stylish pre-wedding party for his brother, Allu Sirish, and his fiance, Nayanika Reddy, at his Hyderabad farmhouse. Nayanika stunned in a bejewelled black Rohit Gandhi + Rahul Khanna mini dress, while Sirish complemented her in an embroidered all-black look. The couple, engaged since October 31, 2025, will marry on March 6, 2026.

Allu Sirish, Nayanika Reddy wow at pre-wedding party by Allu Arjun

The 79th BAFTA Film Awards at London's Royal Festival Hall saw Timothee Chalamet and Kylie Jenner spark romance, with Jenner in vintage Thierry Mugler. Sadie Sink chose Prada, Emma Stone stunned in Louis Vuitton, and Teyana Taylor made a bold statement in Burberry. Paul Mescal, Gracie Abrams, Kate Hudson and K-Pop stars added standout glamour to the night.

Best fashion moments from BAFTA Awards 2026

Actors Farhan Akhtar and Shibani Dandekar turned heads at BAFTA 2026 in London on Sunday, where Farhan's production 'Boong' won Best Children's & Family Film. On the red carpet, Farhan wore a classic black tuxedo, while his wife, Shibani, stunned in a golden satin halter gown. The couple also attended the nominees' party in understated yet elegant ensembles.

Farhan Akhtar, Shibani Dandekar make BAFTA debut in stunning looks

Bollywood sensation Alia Bhatt made her first BAFTA Awards 2026 appearance on Sunday, February 22, at the Royal Festival Hall in London. The actress grabbed eyeballs on the red-carpet in a shimmering silver dress custom-made by Gucci, styled with a white furry coat and dangling earrings. Alia is the presenter at this year's award.

Alia Bhatt makes BAFTA 2026 appearance in metallic gucci dress

Former Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan and Sophie Shine tied the knot on February 21 in Delhi NCR, sharing dreamy wedding photos captioned "Mr. & Mrs. Dhawan." Sophie stunned in an ivory floral lehenga by Manish Malhotra, while Shikhar wore a coordinated white sherwani with an emerald mala. The couple's elegant, modern wedding looks are winning hearts online.