Veteran actress Tabu opened Art Mumbai 2025’s couture show, celebrating Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla’s 40th anniversary with a reimagined archival design.

At Art Mumbai 2025, veteran actress Tabu starred in Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla’s “A Thousand & One Nights” couture show, marking their 40th anniversary. She walked the 360-degree runway in a black, monochrome ensemble featuring a silver sequined, crystal-embellished reversible coat, cowl-neck tunic, and pants, reimagining a 35-year-old archival design. The show, blending fashion, dance, music, and storytelling across six thematic chapters, highlighted the duo’s legacy of dramatic, handcrafted couture using traditional Indian textiles and techniques. Attended by prominent figures including Jaya Bachchan and Kiran Nadar, the immersive performance celebrated India’s cultural heritage and the enduring power of artisanal craftsmanship.