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Met Gala 2026: Chanel sent Bhavitha Mandava in jeans to the Met Gala and people are not happy

Indian model Bhavitha Mandava’s Met Gala 2026 debut sparked debate by opting for a sheer blouse and light-wash jeans instead of couture. While intended to represent her discovery story, the understated look drew criticism for its casualness on the high-fashion red carpet, igniting conversations about representation and the event’s focus on spectacle versus personal narrative….

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Bhavitha Mandava: Hyderabad girl creates history on global runway: Bhavitha Mandava becomes Chanel House Ambassador

Indian model Bhavitha Mandava has been named a Chanel House Ambassador, marking a meteoric rise from architecture student to fashion icon. Discovered serendipitously, she quickly made history by opening a Chanel show and later closing the Haute Couture event. Her growing presence on major magazine covers signifies her global impact and a significant moment for…

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Hyderabad’s Bhavitha Mandava just made global fashion history by becoming first Indian to lead Chanel’s opening walk in New York |

Hyderabad-born Bhavitha Mandava, 25, made history by opening Chanel’s Métiers d’Art 2026 showcase in New York, a career-defining moment witnessed by her proud parents. Discovered by designer Matthieu Blazy in a subway station, her journey from architecture student to Chanel’s muse highlights unexpected talent and significant Indian representation in global luxury fashion. At only 25,…

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