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IIJS Signature 2023 Extended To 5-Day Show
Mumbai, 13th September: The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) announces that IIJS Signature 2023 has been extended to a five-day show format owing to the popular demand from participants and the gem & jewellery trade at large.
IIJS Signature will be almost double in size compared with IIJS Signature 2022, with more than 2500 stalls and it is estimated that more than 1300 exhibitors will participate. The largest ever IIJS Signature show to date, spread over an area more than 65,000 sq m, will now be held from 5th to 9th January, 2023 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai. The show is expected to draw an estimated 32000+ visitors.
Nirav Bhansali, Convener, National Exhibitions Sub-committee, GJEPC, explained, “The magnitude of the upcoming IIJS Signature show will be similar to that of IIJS Premiere 2022. The astonishing success of the August show has created a ripple effect in terms of demand that is expected to last until IIJS Signature. We had been receiving requests to extend IIJS Signature by one day as the four-day format was limiting the visitors’ ability to cover the entire show floor.”
The show is extended by another day making it a 5-Day show similar to the duration of IIJS Premiere, with no additional participation cost to the exhibitors for the extension to facilitate participation from small exhibitors.
The different product sections of IIJS Signature 2023 will include Gold & Gold CZ Studded Jewellery; Diamond, Gemstone & Other Studded Jewellery; Loose stones, Lab-grown diamonds; Silver Jewellery, Artefacts & Gifting Items; Laboratories & Education; and Machinery & Allied.The Combo Space Application form for the two shows, IIJS Signature 2023 and IIJS Tritiya 2023, is already LIVE and the Registration ends on 15th September, 2022.
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Alia Bhatt Stuns At Cannes Film Festival 2026, Elevating Contemporary Elegance With Aesthetic Creations From Malabar Gold & Diamonds
Adorned In Bespoke Sapphire and Diamond Creations By Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Alia Bhatt Brought Indian Craftsmanship and Contemporary Luxury To The Global Cannes Red Carpet
Cine actor Alia Bhatt made a striking appearance at the 79th Cannes Film Festival wearing bespoke sapphire and diamond jewellery from Malabar Gold & Diamonds, bringing together refined craftsmanship and contemporary elegance on one of the world’s most recognised red carpets.
Styled in a custom ensemble by Rhea Kapoor, Alia Bhatt paired her Cannes look with a curated selection of high jewellery pieces featuring Ceylon sapphires and diamonds from Malabar Gold & Diamonds.
The jewellery selection featured Malabar Gold and Diamond’s sapphire and diamond creations, including statement earrings, sapphire rings, and a diamond pendant designed with contemporary detailing and precision craftsmanship. Together, the pieces reflected a balance of sophistication, gemstone artistry, and understated luxury.
Highlights from the curated edit included the White Quartz Briolette Earrings, featuring 3-carat pear-shaped earrings with white quartz briolettes that reveal remarkable precision through their fluid cuts, designed to move effortlessly with light.
Adding depth to the styling were statement rings including the Ceylon Sapphire Oval Ring, where an 8-carat oval Ceylon sapphire reveals ocean-blue depth, encircled by brilliant round diamonds that sharpen its colour and fire. The look also featured the Pear-Shaped Ceylon Sapphire Ring, showcasing 8.8 carats of Ceylon sapphire, reminiscent of a falling raindrop, revealing remarkable depth and clarity.
Completing the look was the Pear-Shaped Diamond Pendant, a 4-carat pear-shaped diamond suspended in perfect balance, its elongated form creating a refined stream of light.
The Cannes Film Festival appearance highlighted Malabar Gold & Diamonds continued focus on fine craftsmanship, gemstone quality, and contemporary design interpretation, while showcasing the growing global presence of Indian jewellery artistry across international fashion and cultural platforms.
Commenting on the collaboration, M. P. Ahammad, Chairman, Malabar Group, said,
“Cannes Film Festival represents a global platform where fashion, artistry, and craftsmanship come together. Through this collaboration with Alia Bhatt, we wanted to present jewellery that reflects timeless elegance while showcasing the finesse and design excellence associated with Malabar Gold & Diamonds.”
The appearance marks another milestone in Malabar Gold & Diamonds’ continued engagement with global fashion and luxury platforms, further strengthening the brand’s international positioning.
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