Aks Jewels opened Day 2 with a timeless collection of precious metals and gems. Stopping the show was Shibani Kashyap who gave a spirited rendering of her hit song “Zinda Hoon Mai” wearing a gorgeous gold/pearl/ diamond flat collar, multicoloured kada and rings. Next, Swarovski Gemstones showcased the Brides of India - collection of great beauty. From Punjab it was Simran Kaur Mundi, Miss India who looked stunning in a diamond set with cuffs and rows of bangles from Sangam Jewels N Gold. Prachi Mishra, Miss India was the Maharashtrian bride who modelled a splendid Raani Haar in pearls and gold from Gunjan Jewels and Tara Jewels. The Gujarati bride, Pooja Chopra, Miss India was decked in a gold flat trellised collar, earrings, bangles and rings from Tanishq. The South Indian bride, Amruta Patki looked lovely in a diamond Haar from Emerald Jewel Industry and Ganjam. The bride from Bengal, Natasha Suri, Miss India added glamour to a ruby and diamond set from Diosa by Darshan Dave. The Christian bride, Manasi Moghe glided down the ramp in all white wearing a lacy diamond set from Farah Khan Fine Jewellery. Zoya Afroz, Miss India made a delightful Muslim bride when she wore jewellery by Swarnmandir.

Finally the gorgeous Bollywood showstopper, Zarin Khan stepped out of an ornate palanquin, dressed as a Rajasthani bride decked in an amazing giant neckpiece featuring a tableau from Mahi, Sangam Jewels N Gold, Swarnmandir and Kundan Jewels. Also featured was fabulous jewellery for each segment from Surya Golds, Diosa by Darshan Dave, Karwar Ornaments, Jewel Creations, Delhi Chains, Poonam Jeweldiam, Bhindi Manufacturers, Kundan Jewellers, RKR Gold, Sangam Jewels N Gold, Raj Jewellers, Jewels by Queenie, and ORO by Raia Jewels.

Dipti-Amisha showcased their collection called “Reset the Mindset” and the show was opened with Bollywood star, Amyra Dastur modelling a sensational Raani Haar/choker in gold with stunning Jhumkhas and kadas. Raveena Tandon ended the show looking ravishing in emerald chains, a diamonds/rubies/gold choker, kada, chandbalis and statement rings.

Three graduates from the Indian Institute of Gems and Jewellery (IIGJ), Delhi, presented by P P Jewels showcased their collections. Drawing inspiration from nature Rahul Luthra’s brand Ra Abta presented 5 entries created into gorgeous floral cascades for the beautiful jewellery called “Bridal Stories”. The floral tones of the collection comprising six entries by Cherry Sahni for her brand Diamondtree were revealed in rose and white gold, set with sparkling diamonds. With 5 entries Sabina Batra dreamt up handmade chains with exotic gems to appeal to the stylish woman.

Opening the show with the Heritage collection which is jewellery from South India and Ganjam’s forté, they also showcased for Indian and western options the “Chestnut Leaf” collection, Blossoms Collection, Arbour Amore Collection for hair accessories, Aeon Collection and Mayuratna Collection. The gorgeous showstopper Sagarika Ghatge made a stunning entrance wearing an exquisite neckpiece “Mayuratna”.

P N Gadgil Jewellers Pvt Ltd in association with HRD Antwerp displayed “the bridal collection”. Director/actor Divya Khosla stopped the show with her electrifying entry wearing a grand three-strand pearl necklace and a diamond choker, lace cuffs and rings. Leading Jewellers of the World presented collection - “Viola Italia” – Fine Gioielli an affordable luxury jewellery for every occasion. The different sequences presented different collections from Viola like Bubbles Collections, NOIR Collection, TORSE Collection and Melange Collection. With Shraddha Kapoor as the show stopper wearing Karn Malhotra’s prêt couture for Gitanjali, the Day 2 ended aptly.