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Shah Rukh’s no-photo rule, Salman’s sofa mark Manish Malhotra’s Diwali bash
Published : Saturday, 14 November, 2026 at 6:16 PM
Observer Online Report
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Bollywood stars gathered at fashion designer Manish Malhotra’s annual Diwali party in Mumbai on November 5, where Shah Rukh Khan maintained a strict no-photo policy, Salman Khan occupied a popular sofa corner and nearly 300 celebrity outfits turned the event into a major fashion showcase.
Journalist Namrata Zakaria, editor of Rolla Media, shared details of the celebration in an account of her visit. Malhotra had planned a smaller gathering of around 200 guests following the death of his mother earlier this year but eventually hosted nearly 300 people at his five-storey Pali Hill residence.
According to Zakaria, Malhotra’s team prepared around 300 outfits in six days, while 80 to 100 paparazzi waited outside to photograph the guests. The designer’s annual party has become a major fashion event, with celebrities showcasing his creations on social media.
Shah Rukh Khan reportedly entered through the back door and avoided photographs. His bodyguard asked guests to delete pictures or videos of the actor, with those violating the rule risking exclusion from future parties. The actor usually arrives after midnight and spends time greeting guests before joining the dance floor.
The party’s popular white-sofa corner was another highlight. Salman Khan often occupies the spot, where guests gather to meet him. Aishwarya Rai, Shah Rukh and Gauri Khan are also among the stars who sit in the section.
This year's gathering also drew attention for the joint appearance of Aishwarya Rai and Abhishek Bachchan. Other guests included Kareena Kapoor, Saif Ali Khan, Akshay Kumar, Twinkle Khanna, Vicky Kaushal, Karan Johar, Madhuri Dixit and Kajol.
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