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Tom Cruise Receives Honorary Oscar at 16th Governors Award
The star-studded evening celebrated cinematic excellence with standout jewels on the red carpet, from Sabyasachi Exclusive studs to rare JAR diamonds; dazzling Cartier and Chopard creations.
Hollywood icon Tom Cruise was honoured with the Academy Honorary Award at the 16th Governors Awards, held at the Ray Dolby Ballroom in Hollywood, California. Award was presented by filmmaker Alejandro G. Iñárritu—who is collaborating with Cruise on an upcoming 2026 release—the award recognized Cruise’s exceptional contributions to cinema. In his acceptance speech, the superstar reflected on his lifelong passion for films and storytelling.
Upon taking the stage, Tom paid heartfelt tribute to the people who make movies possible and reflected on the unifying force of cinema across cultures.
Tom said “The cinema, it takes me around the world,” he said. “It helps me appreciate and respect differences. It shows me our shared humanity—how alike we are in so, so many ways. And no matter where we come from, in that theater, we laugh together, we feel together, we hope together. That is the power of this art form. And that is why it matters. Making films is not what I do, it is who I am.”
A four-time Oscar nominee, Tom has been recognized for Born on the Fourth of July, Jerry Maguire, Magnolia, and as a producer of Top Gun: Maverick. His honorary award was one of several celebrated that evening. Cynthia Erivo saluted Debbie Allen for her groundbreaking choreography and acting legacy, Wynn Thomas was honored for his visionary production design, and Dolly Parton appeared via a pre-taped message to accept the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award for her lifelong commitment to philanthropy.
While the evening’s fashion leaned toward understated elegance, the jewellery on the red carpet brought unforgettable sparkle. Here are the stars of Hollywood and their exceptional red carpet look for the award show:
Jennifer Lawrence made headlines in vintage JAR diamond ear clips from 1987, featuring frost-like branches set with pear-shaped and round diamonds. The rare earrings will soon head to auction at Sotheby’s with an estimated reserve of $300,000 to $500,000.
Andra Day dazzled in over $1.3 million worth of Cartier high jewellery, including a diamond Panthère cuff, chrysoprase-onyx earrings, and an emerald-studded necklace from Le Voyage Recommencé.
Gwyneth Paltrow opted for New York designer Juju Vera’s sculptural beaded drop earrings, while Cynthia Erivo paired her dramatic Givenchy coat with diamond hoops by Messika.
Rose Byrne embraced Indian craftsmanship in Sabyasachi pearl-and-diamond studs.
Jennifer Lopez showcased Chopard haute joaillerie—most notably, stunning 18K gold earrings featuring 42.82 carats of cultured pearls and 32.58 carats of diamonds, along with a 9.87-carat diamond ring.
Tessa Thompson made a striking appearance in a curated selection of Jean Schlumberger creations for Tiffany & Co. She wore a dazzling necklace crafted in yellow gold, platinum, and diamonds, paired with Tiffany Flame ear clips in 18K yellow gold set with sparkling diamonds, completing her elegant and radiant red-carpet look.
Together, these standout red-carpet moments proved once again that jewellery remains one of Hollywood’s most powerful storytelling elements—elevating style, honouring craftsmanship, and capturing the magic of cinema’s brightest night.
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Kriti Sanon Joins GIVA As Investor and Brand Ambassador
Move Marks A Strategic Partnership As GIVA Strengthens Its Position In India’s Fast-Growing Fine Jewellery Market
GIVA, India’s leading fine jewellery brand, today announced National Award-winning actor and entrepreneur Kriti Sanon as both Brand Ambassador and Strategic Investor, marking a significant milestone in the company’s growth journey.
The announcement builds on GIVA’s recent campaign launch with Kriti Sanon, Style, Sealed in Silver, signalling a deeper long-term association between the actor and the brand. Beyond capital, Kriti’s association with GIVA will extend across brand-building, collection design inputs, and consumer engagement, leveraging her strong understanding of fashion, culture, and aspirational young audiences as the brand enters its next phase of growth.
Today, the brand is increasingly focused on a new generation of consumers who view jewellery as an extension of personal style, aspirational, design-led, and made for everyday expression rather than just occasions.
Over the last six years, GIVA has emerged as one of India’s fastest-growing omnichannel jewellery brands, with a rapidly expanding footprint across silver jewellery, gold, and lab-grown diamonds. Today, the brand operates over 300+ stores across the country and Sri Lanka and has built a strong connection with young Indian consumers looking for jewellery that feels personal, expressive, and worn beyond occasion.
Founded in 2019 by Ishendra Agarwal and Nikita Prasad, GIVA entered the market with a clear thesis that India lacked a strong, organised player in the everyday fine silver jewellery category. At a time when silver jewellery remained fragmented and largely occasion-led, GIVA built a design-forward brand focused on young consumers seeking authentic, accessible jewellery they could wear every day.
Speaking on the announcement, Ishendra Agarwal, Founder, GIVA, said:
“Kriti joining GIVA as both ambassador and investor marks a strategic milestone for the brand. She strongly resonates with the new generation of consumers confident, expressive, and deeply individualistic that GIVA is building for. Her investment reflects a shared belief in our long-term vision and the future of design-led fine jewellery in India. Over the years, GIVA has built a strong emotional connection with consumers, and we are excited to have Kriti partner with us as we enter our next phase of growth.”
Speaking about the partnership, Kriti Sanon said:
“What drew me to GIVA was never just the jewellery, it was the conviction behind the brand. From the very beginning, GIVA understood something that many miss: that young India doesn’t want to be dressed, they want to express. And GIVA has built a language for that. By the time we started discussing a partnership, I already believed deeply in the vision. I’ve watched this brand earn real trust, real love, and I wanted to be part of what comes next. And as an investor, I’m here to help shape what it becomes, bringing my instincts around fashion, storytelling, and design to a brand I genuinely believe in.”
Kriti’s strategic investment comes on the heels of GIVA’s ₹530 crore Series C round led by Creaegis, with participation from Premji Invest, Epiq Capital, and Edelweiss Discovery Fund capital being deployed towards retail expansion, technology, supply chain strengthening, and growth in newer categories including lab-grown diamonds.
With design, distribution, and now a deeper creative partnership at its core, GIVA is building towards becoming the defining fine jewellery brand for a new generation of Indian consumers.
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