Throwback To Ananya Panday’s House of Lakmē’s Grand Finale Showstopper Looks

Ananya Panday has been ruling the fashion brand space in the recent couple of years.

Ananya, who was announced as House of Lakmē’s brand ambassador in 2021, has been celebrating fashion, beauty and innovation through an array of renowned designers at Lakmē Fashion Week x FDCI, including Manish Malhotra, Falguni Shane Peacock, Rahul Mishra, and Bibhu Mohapatra.

Ananya Panday journey with Lakmē which began in 2021, will see her walk for the House of Lakmē Grand Finale featuring renowned couturier Rohit Bal’s collection, Kaaynaat.

As the ongoing fashion week comes to a close, here’s a look back at some of the stunning showstopper ensembles adorned by Ananya..

2024: AFEW by Rahul Mishra

Ananya Panday turned showstopper for AFEW Rahul Mishra. She brought her charming self on the runway as she walked in style to the popular song Boom Boom. The meticulously hand embroidered short dress embellished with hand cut and applique motifs, not only added a sculpted edge to Ananya look but also gave AFEW a perfect ending to the magical showcase.

2023: Bibhu Mohapatra

After nearly a decade, it was a homecoming show for Bibhu Mohapatra’s Come Home collection, which was a mesmerising look at fashion that was inspired by the enduring spirit of Indian women, combined with timeless designs and colours.

Adorning one of Bibhu’s iconic creations, Ananya sashayed down the runway with panache. Exuding ‘comfortably chic’, Ananya’s look was a perfect blend of style and elegance. .

2023: Manish Malhotra Diffuse

For Manish Malhotra, Ananya Panday rocked the runway in a hand-embroidered tassel edged gown with a scoop neck, high slit, worn with a statement trench-coat.

Her ensemble was paired with Lakmé’s signature trend statements—a bold lip, dramatic eyes, and dewy skin—perfect accents to being unapologetically glamorous and ambitious.

Lakmé Brand Ambassador, Ananya Panday said, “It is always a pleasure to represent Lakmé on India’s largest fashion platform, Lakmé Fashion Week X FDCI. This Grand Finale will always be a memorable experience for me, and it was an honour to make a statement on the ramp. ‘Retags’ is a concept I truly resonated with, and that combined with Manish Malhotra’s spectacular designs was so exciting to witness. Lakmé is my favourite makeup and beauty brand. I was truly thrilled to be part of this finale show that allowed me to be Unapologetically Me.”

2022: Falguni Shane Peacock

Ananya Panday looked mesmerising in the dramatic yet structured runway outfit in bright pink. The ’Earthbound’ collection embraced a contemporary colour palette that provided a futuristic edge aligning with the metallic hues of the Lakmé Absolute Explore Eye Collection.

Set in the 80’s, the collection narrated the story of time travel to the Earth – a homecoming. Lakmé Brand Ambassador Ananya Panday said, “I felt so honored to close this season of the Lakmé Absolute Grand Finale with one of my favourite designer duos, Falguni Shane Peacock. They have truly gone beyond anything I could have imagined and created such a fun and futuristic collection in line with this year’s theme of #ExploreMore. My makeup look couldn’t have been more perfect, with the Lakmé Absolute Explore Eye Collection making me feel glamorous and dramatic as the striking shades elevated the entire look for me. It has been an absolute pleasure being associated with Lakmé and I look forward to the next season.”