The highly anticipated launch of the New York Institute of Fashion (NIF Global), India’s premier institute for design education, took place in Mumbai, with Bollywood superstar Ananya Panday as the Style Icon of the brand. NIF Global (formerly NIFD Global) was promoted by the New York Institute of Fashion Inc., with headquarters in New York. A global fashion icon and one of Gen Z’s brightest stars, Ananya’s career spans Bollywood hits like Student of the Year 2 and OTT series such as Call Me Bae and CTRL. Known for her distinctive style, Ananya also made waves at Paris Haute Couture Week and served glam at Chanel’s Paris Fashion Week show. This year, she closed the Lakmé Fashion Week x FDCI show for Rohit Bal, further cementing her status as a versatile fashion force.

The event brought together students from NIF Global campuses across India, providing a unique opportunity for aspiring designers, interior designers, and beauty professionals to engage with industry leaders and gain insights into the world of fashion.