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Left photo: Tony Matharu, Chairman of Blue Orchid Hotels and Title Sponsor and Patron of the film festival with model Kiara | Right photo: Cary Sawhney LIFF Director with Tony Matharu and Kiara.   We were delighted that our specially designed Sustainable Platinum Jubilee Sari, part of The Queen's Platinum Jubilee Pageant, was worn by model Kiara on the red carpet at the Blue Orchid Hotels London Indian Film Festival (LIFF). It was the Opening Night screening at BFI Southbank of the World Premiere of DOBAARAA on Thursday 23rd June 2022 from 5pm. The film, directed by the acclaimed director Anurag Kashyap, stars award-winning actress Taapsee Pannu. We were delighted to champion sustainable fashion as our stunning sari design, embodying the spirit of the Platinum Jubilee and the Commonwealth, is made from recycled plastics. Tony Matharu, Chairman of Blue Orchid Hotels and Title Sponsor and Patron of the film festival said, ‘Fashion plays an integral part in films, and the arts & culture sector. I am delighted that we can support the world’s first sustainable sari, setting new trends within the industry. The creativity and innovation demonstrated by Asian creative talent, whether in film or fashion, continues to set new world standards. We must continue doing all we can to foster, support and celebrate such talent.' Nutkhut’s Co-Artistic Director Simmy Gupta said ‘We are delighted that Nutkhut's Sustainable Sari will be presented at the Blue Orchid Hotels London Indian Film Festival. Fashion plays a crucial role in films and for the film industry to lead on sustainability, Nutkhut's Sustainable Sari is an ideal opportunity to amplify that message.

What an experience! Our Bollywood Themed Wedding Party at the Platinum Jubilee Was Watched by over a Billion People!

Nutkhut’s stunning Bollywood themed Wedding Party, as part of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, was watched by a billion people and featured across the BBC, Sky News and major newspapers such as The Times, The Telegraph, The Daily Mail, The Sun and The Mirror.  

“One of my personal favourite bits was the Indian Wedding, I thought the whole thing just came alive. The British Asian community represented so beautifully, bringing colour to life and bringing a richness to British society that was not there in 1952, a billion people watching around the world today.” BBC journalist and broadcaster Kirsty Young in her summary of the day

  The Wedding Party celebrated the universal joy of families and communities uniting through the coming together of two people. Drawing on the collective talent of Mela, it was performed by two hundred and fifty wedding guest performers of all ages, from London and across the country. Artistic Director and Choreographer of The Wedding Party, Simmy Gupta, ‘It’s mind-blowing to see our vision come to life as a bird’s eye view. It has been a wonderful experience and so heart-warming to see this dream of bringing both professionals and everyday people of all ages, backgrounds and religions together, to create a high energy party atmosphere, of an authentic Asian Bollywood Wedding on the Mall for the Royal family, dignitaries, and the world to see on such a momentous occasion for Her Majesty. Reflecting Britain’s diversity and representing different communities from the South Asian Diaspora on the world’s stage is an honour and a privilege for me. These moments will stay with me forever. Thank you Platinum Jubilee Pageant for having faith in us.’ More photos and info here >>