The British Museum’s Pink Ball 2025 was a dazzling party of India’s everlasting culture and art in a stunning combination of heritage, art, and haute couture. The event was co-chaired by Nita Ambani and Isha Ambani, her daughter, and the gala honored India’s artistic legacy through fashion, music, and decor.
A Night to Celebrate Indian Heritage
The Pink Ball hosted in the grand galleries of the British Museum was a gathering of artists, fashion icons, and global influencers, all coming together in one place. Although the majority of the guests went for the traditional gowns and tuxedos, Nita Ambani caught everyone’s attention by wearing a light-pink Kanjeevaram sari made of mulberry silk and gold zari, which was designed by the in-house brand Swadesh and styled by the designer house of Manish Malhotra.
A night that started with the purpose of raising money turned into the most vibrant celebration of Indian culture in one of the most prestigious areas of London. The first-ever Pink Ball of the British Museum attracted around 800 guests to its famous Great Court and Round Reading Room, where high society and Indian flavor were mixed together.
The event was co-hosted by Isha Ambani, which highlighted the involvement of the Ambani family in art, culture, and international philanthropy. Pink was the theme, and it was a connection between India and the United Kingdom, inspired by the museum’s “Ancient India.” Indian cuisine, music (with a sitar performance by the legendary Anoushka Shankar), and a globally mixed guest list turned the evening into a unique combination of the East and the West.
Elegance Woven in Craft
Nitas’s sari, which has stunning real silver cutwork on the pallu, was hand-loomed by R. Varadan, a master artisan who is 68 years old. Nita matched the attire with emerald and diamond jewelry from her personal collection, including a historic diamond piece that was once part of the Nizam’s royal collection. The look emerged beautifully as a perfect blend of old handloom tradition and modern couture.
Isha Ambani’s Couture Moment
Isha Ambani has made her entrance wearing a custom-made couture outfit designed by the famous designer duo Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla (AJSK). The blush-pink chamois satin jacket is combined with a skirt that is heavily adorned with old-rose zardozi, pearls, sequins, and crystals. The report says that over 35 artisans worked for 3,670 hours on this project.
The whole thing was styled by Anaita Shroff Adajania, and she complemented it with her mother’s emerald jewelry. The combination of pink and green was characterized by Adajania as “romantic, regal, and timeless,” ideal for a “modern Indian woman who possesses both strength and grace like a second skin.”
The night of recognition:
- Cultural diplomacy through fashion: The choice of a hand-woven Kanjeevaram sari by Nita Ambani on this global platform is a clear indication of how Indian craftsmanship crosses borders and gains international recognition.
- Philanthropy meets glamour: The night was not only full of celebrations and dazzling lights. With each guest reportedly paying £2,000 to attend, the money will be used for coming projects at the British Museum.
- Modern Indian identity: The Ambanis’ appearance was not only opulent; it was a matter of identity too. The communication was made through the use of heritage textiles and couture silhouettes; it was: India’s tradition can no longer be separated from its modernity in the context of the world.
- Artisan Voices: The focus on the artisan (R. Varadan) who made the sari was a reminder that every moment of glamour is accompanied by hours of human skill and heritage, and no machine can replicate that emotion.
The night made a statement that Indian tradition is not an “ethnic choice”-it’s a global aesthetic, deserving of the most brilliant ballrooms.
