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#WavesSummit2025 – Buzz. Celebs & Styles

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World Audio Visual & Entertainment Summit (WAVES) held in Mumbai from May 1, 2025 to May 4, 2025 aimed to boost India’s media and entertainment industry with participation from stakeholders across the globe. The Waves Summit 2025 is the talk of the town, and for all the right reasons. WAVES 2025 wasn’t just a stage for ideas, but also turned into a runway of on-point style moments! From head-turning glamour to edgy ensembles, the WAVES Summit celeb looks brought star power and fashion-forward flair to the spotlight. This year’s event was a showcase of bold statements, designer attires, elegant silhouettes, and trendsetting vibes as celebrity fashion at WAVES Summit took centre stage. If you love keeping a tab on the sophistication of celeb style and the sheer surprise of breath-taking style statements, get ready to dive into the most iconic WAVES Summit red carpet looks. Let’s decode the best of celebrity glam, after all, any big event would be incomplete without some mandatory fashion analysis and gossip!

Here’s a more detailed look at some of the jewelry seen & worn by Celebs at the WAVES Summit:

Alia Bhatt

  • Look: Traditional Maharashtrian Paithani saree.
  • Jewelry: Diamond stud earrings, a long diamond necklace, and a statement diamond pendant.
  • Designer: Anamika Khanna
  • Note: Alia’s ensemble celebrated traditional elegance with a modern twist

Deepika Padukone

  • Look: Ivory-toned ensemble
  • Jewelry: Diamond earrings.
  • Designer: Chopard
  • Note: Deepika’s minimalist approach highlighted her sophisticated style.

Kareena Kapoor Khan

  • Look:  Niche. Regal. Class-apart Nostalgic.
  • Jewelry: anayamfinejewels
  • Note: Kareena Kapoor’s classic saree look at WAVES 2025 evoked nostalgia. … WAVES 2025 is a first-of-its-kind summit in India.

 

Shraddha Kapoor

  • Look: Boho-chic ensemble.
  • Jewelry: Gold-toned necklace.
  • Note: Shraddha’s outfit offered a refreshing contrast with its laid-back charm & jewellery by Palmonas a demi-fine jewellery brand that she has co-founded.

Karan Johar

  • Look: Indo-western bandhgala kurta with matching bottoms
  • Jewelry:- Ganesh Brooch manishmalhotrajewellery
    Ring :– Tyaanijewellery
  • Note: Karan’s chunky ring features a huge red gemstone in a rectangular shape and natural diamonds around the edges. Crafted in 18kt gold, it sells for ₹294,800 on the label’s website.

Bhumi Pednekar

  • Look: Classic. Simple. Elegant.
  • Jewelry: Earrings: shriparamanijewels
    Bangle: amarisjewelsofficial
  • Designer Sari: ekayabanaras
  • Note: Bhumi’s look is a simple, class apart look that not just suited the occasion but also showed the wonderful version of her fashion sense at the event.

Shreya Ghoshal

  • Look: Indian Embroidered Saree
  • Jewelry: Earrings – roopavohrafinejewellery
    Rings: Dazzlebysonia and Miranabymegha
    Bracelets: Arka Jewellery
  • Designer Sari: Abu Jani & Sandeep Khosla

From the iconic Khans of Bollywood—Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan, and Saif Ali Khan—to legendary stars like Anupam Kher, Hema Malini, and Rajinikanth, Jackie Shroff, Anil Kapoor, Nimrit Kaur, the WAVES Summit 2025 was a dazzling celebration of star power and style. The red carpet shimmered with the presence of A-list celebrities, including power couple Shahid Kapoor and Mira Rajput, along with Nushrratt Bharuccha, Kartik Aaryan, Manushi Chhillar, Rashii Khanna, and Akshay Kumar. Musical maestros like Shreya Ghoshal and Sonu Nigam added further charm to the event. The summit was a grand confluence of influencers, politicians, and eminent personalities from various spheres, making this debut edition a truly spectacular affair.

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Rokde Jewellers Unveils Its Biggest-Ever Brand Transformation; Announces New Identity, Ritesh & Genelia As Brand Ambassadors, Major Expansion Plans

124-Year-Old Jewellery House Enters A New Era With Affordable Gold Pricing, Vidarbha’s Largest 18KT Collection, Digital Initiatives, 12-Showroom Expansion, New Luxury Offerings and A Nationwide Growth Vision

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Rokde Jewellers, one of Maharashtra’s most trusted and legacy jewellery brands, has unveiled the most significant transformation in its 124-year history, marking the beginning of a bold new chapter that blends its rich heritage with a future-focused vision.

At a press conference attended by the company’s leadership, including Mr. Bhaiyaji Rokde (Promoter), Mrs. Vandana Bhaiyaji Rokde (Promoter), Mr. Rajesh Bhaiyaji Rokde (Managing Director), Mr. Sarang Bhaiyaji Rokde (Director), Mr. Paras Rajesh Rokde (Director), Mrs. Anamika Rajesh Rokde (Promoter), Mrs. Sanskriti Sarang Rokde (Promoter), Mr. Amey Karwarkar (General Manager) and CA Arvind Inani (Chief Financial Officer), the company announced a comprehensive transformation encompassing branding, customer offerings, retail expansion, digital innovation and long-term national and international growth plans.

“This is not merely a new logo or a refreshed identity—it is the beginning of an entirely new chapter,” the company stated, reaffirming its commitment to preserving the values of purity, transparency, craftsmanship and customer trust while evolving to meet the aspirations of the next generation.

A Legacy Reinvented for the Next Century

With a legacy spanning 124+ years and five generations, Rokde Jewellers has built enduring relationships with customers across Vidarbha. Its newly unveiled brand identity reflects the perfect balance between heritage and modernity, positioning the company for the next century without compromising the principles that have defined the brand for over a century.

Ritesh & Genelia Deshmukh Join as Brand Ambassadors

As part of its rebranding exercise, Rokde Jewellers announced celebrated actors Ritesh Deshmukh and Genelia Deshmukh as its official Brand Ambassadors.

Popularly known as “Maharashtra che Bhau ani Vahini,” the couple embodies values of trust, family, simplicity and modern aspirations, making them an ideal representation of the brand’s philosophy and its commitment to connecting with customers across generations.

Making Gold Jewellery More Affordable

Responding to the challenges posed by rising gold prices, Rokde Jewellers has restructured its backend operations to make jewellery more accessible without compromising on quality.

The company announced that making charges on certified hallmarked 22KT gold jewellery will now start from just 5% onwards, reinforcing its promise of affordability while maintaining the highest standards of purity and craftsmanship.

Vidarbha’s Largest 18KT Gold Jewellery Collection

Recognising changing consumer preferences, Rokde Jewellers is launching one of Vidarbha’s largest collections of 18KT plain gold jewellery.

Designed for today’s informed buyers, the collection focuses on jewellery that is lighter, stronger, more affordable and ideal for everyday wear, catering to customers seeking smart and value-driven purchases.

Six New Jewellery & Gold Investment Plans

To make jewellery buying and investing more convenient, Rokde Jewellers introduced six customer-centric investment and savings plans, including:

  • One-Time Investment Plans
  • Monthly Savings Plans
  • Gold Accumulation Plans
  • Diamond Purchase Plans
  • Jewellery Purchase Plans
  • 24KT Gold Investment Plans

Each plan has been designed to offer greater flexibility and exclusive benefits for customers planning future purchases.

A Major Push into Diamond, Polki & Bridal Luxury

The company also announced one of its largest-ever investments in Diamond, Polki and Bridal Jewellery.

By January 2027, customers can expect exclusive collections featuring:

  • Rare Diamond Masterpieces
  • Exclusive Polki Creations
  • Signature Bridal Collections
  • Limited Edition Designer Jewellery
  • High Jewellery

The objective is to establish Rokde Jewellers as a premier destination for luxury jewellery and bridal collections in the region.

Digital Transformation with E-Commerce & Mobile App

Taking its customer experience online, Rokde Jewellers will soon launch its e-commerce platform, enabling customers to browse thousands of jewellery designs before visiting a showroom.

The company also announced a dedicated mobile application, which will allow customers to purchase Digital Gold and seamlessly enroll in, manage and track its six jewellery savings plans.

Largest Retail Expansion in Company History

Currently operating eight showrooms across Nagpur, Bhandara and Gondia, Rokde Jewellers is set to expand to 12 showrooms within the next three months.

The four upcoming flagship stores include:

  • Itwari (Nagpur) – Second showroom
  • Gadchiroli
  • Chandrapur – Planned to be the largest jewellery showroom in Vidarbha
  • Yavatmal – Planned to be the largest jewellery showroom in the city

Expansion Across India and International Markets

Beyond Vidarbha, the company has outlined an ambitious expansion roadmap covering Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh, with proposed stores in:

Amravati, Nashik, Nanded, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Bhilai, Chhindwara, Navi Mumbai, Thane and Pune.

Rokde Jewellers also confirmed that groundwork has begun for its international expansion, signalling its intent to take the brand to global markets.

36 Jewellery Exhibitions Across Maharashtra

To strengthen customer outreach, the company will organise 36 Business-to-Consumer jewellery exhibitions across Maharashtra, bringing exclusive collections and attractive offers directly to cities where it is yet to establish permanent retail outlets.

Introducing India’s First Stress-Free Gemstone Buying Experience

In a first-of-its-kind initiative, Rokde Jewellers will introduce a 21-day trial period on certified precious astrological gemstones, allowing customers to experience their gemstones before making a final purchase decision.

The initiative is aimed at enhancing confidence, transparency and trust in gemstone purchases.

Three New Jewellery Brands for the Next Generation

Over the next six months, Rokde Jewellers will launch three new sub-brands, each tailored to the evolving tastes of younger consumers.

The new brands will focus on individuality, creativity, self-expression and contemporary lifestyles, reflecting the changing role of jewellery beyond weddings and festive occasions.

Commitment to Trust Remains Unchanged

Despite its transformation, Rokde Jewellers reaffirmed that its core values remain firmly intact.

The company reiterated its commitment to:

  • Complete Transparency
  • Ethical Business Practices
  • Certified Quality Products
  • Fair Pricing
  • Exceptional Customer Experience
  • Best-in-Class After-Sales Service
  • Unmatched Variety
  • Honest Relationships Built on Trust

Summing up the transformation, the company said its greatest asset is not its gold or diamonds, but the trust of millions of families who have placed their faith in Rokde Jewellers for more than 124 years—a legacy it remains committed to preserving while building the future of the brand.

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