Event Overview
The Runway Edit debuted in Bengaluru on 5 October 2026 at Conrad Bengaluru, conceived by MKJ Entertainment as a premium multi‑city experiential luxury platform.
Creative Collaboration
The inaugural edition partnered with designer Shubhika Sharma, founder and creative director of Mumbai‑based luxury label Papa Don’t Preach, showcasing a retrospective of 30 archival, iconic and signature looks spanning her 16‑year design journey. The opening featured Bollywood celebrity Riya Sen wearing “The Imperial Pop” from the latest POP PAISLEY collection, while supermodel Reha Sukheja closed the show in the “Celtic Hearts” lehenga.
Musical and Hospitality Elements
Indian classical artist and music director Anoop Shankar performed live, adding a cultural layer to the evening. Luxury partners delivered curated activations: KNS Infrastructure acted as Presenting Sponsor, iUSTUS as Luxury Living Partner, XTRA SQFT as Real Estate Experience Partner, Shakti Autocars as Luxury Automobile Partner, Diageo as Celebration Partner, Stok Beers as Chill Partner and Radio City as Radio Partner.
Attendance and Audience
Approximately 250 high‑net‑worth individuals (HNIs), ultra‑high‑net‑worth individuals (UHNIs), global entrepreneurs, investors and cultural influencers attended the invitation‑only event.
Founder’s Vision
Founder Mahesh Kumar Gowda, also founder of the Queens Premier League, stated the launch is the first of its kind in India and expressed ambition to roll out The Runway Edit to other Indian cities, creating a national platform that blends fashion, culture and community.
Sponsor Commentary
KN Surendra, founder of KNS Infrastructure, highlighted the partnership, noting past collaboration with the Queens Premier League that generated over 1 billion views and positively impacted KNS sales.