NMACC India Weekend at NYC- Everything we know & what to expect about the cultural bomb

In what promises to be a landmark moment for the global celebration of Indian art and culture, Nita Ambani has announced the arrival of the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC) India Weekend at New York City’s iconic Lincoln Center, scheduled from September 12 to 14, 2025. The announcement was shared via the official Instagram handle of NMACC India Weekend, with a video of Nita Ambani warmly inviting not just New Yorkers but global citizens to be a part of this three-day cultural extravaganza. Speaking in the video, Ambani said, “Bringing NMACC to New York is not just about a weekend of performances; it's about spreading India's cultural voice to a global audience and truly taking the very best of India to the world.”

From Mumbai to Manhattan: NMACC’s Grand Global Leap

The Lincoln Center, often hailed as the beating heart of the performing arts scene in America, will now transform into a vibrant canvas of Indian tradition and innovation. Home to institutions like the New York Philharmonic and the Metropolitan Opera, this prestigious venue has never before hosted a celebration quite like this, one rooted deeply in the heritage of India, yet curated for a global lens.

The NMACC launch in Mumbai in 2023 was a jaw-dropping affair that saw Zendaya, Tom Holland, Gigi Hadid, and a host of global A-listers dressed in exquisite Indian attire, walking through installations, attending performances, and being immersed in a surreal blend of India’s past and present. Zendaya’s stunning custom saree look by Rahul Mishra, Gigi Hadid’s chikankari sari drape by Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla had social media in a chokehold for weeks. The global fashion circuit watched closely and now, it’s New York’s turn.

Diet Sabya Spills the Chai: What to Expect at India Weekend

Fashion watchdog and social media insider Diet Sabya has already thrown in some spicy scoops about what’s to come at the NMACC India Weekend in New York and it’s enough to make fashionistas and culture nerds alike sit up and take notes.

One of the highlights is expected to be a major fashion showcase by designer Manish Malhotra, in collaboration with Swadesh, NMACC’s initiative that celebrates Indian crafts. Known for his opulent bridal couture and modern takes on Indian silhouettes, Malhotra is expected to present a collection that seamlessly blends legacy weaves with high-fashion edge. Think Banarasi meets Broadway.

The big question on everyone's mind-are we getting a Zendaya Part 2? If the buzz is anything to go by, international celebs styled in bespoke Indian fashion is a major possibility. Could we see Timothée Chalamet in a sherwani? Or Dua Lipa in a raw silk lehenga? The possibilities are tantalising.

Michelin-starred chef Vikas Khanna is expected to curate a multi-sensory Indian culinary journey, combining tradition with global flair. From khandvi canapés to saffron-laced biryanis and regional thalis, the food will be as performative and flamboyant as the rest of the weekend.

Singers like Shreya Ghoshal, Shankar Mahadevan, and instrumentalist Rishabh Rikhiram Sharma are on the performing list, promising melodies that bridge classical and contemporary. Picture all of India’s top designers under one glorious roof- this "bazaar" is not your average flea market. From Tarun Tahiliani to Anamika Khanna, from Sabyasachi to Raw Mango, couture and craft collide in what may become New York’s most Instagrammed marketplace.

It's Big and Its Iconic

Back in Mumbai, the NMACC launch saw a star-studded carpet that could put any Met Gala to shame. Shah Rukh Khan, Alia Bhatt, Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh, Priyanka Chopra, Ranbir Kapoor, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Saif Ali Khan, Jhanvi Kapoor, and Sara Ali Khan were just a few of the stars who stunned in couture as they celebrated India's rich cultural journey.

With India Weekend in NYC, expect these Bollywood icons might return in full force this time with a more global audience watching. Whether walking the cultural ramp, performing, or simply showing up in glam desi attire, Indian celebrities will be instrumental in making this event a glittering crossover moment.

NMACC India Weekend isn’t just a cultural showcase, it’s a statement. A statement that says India’s heritage belongs not just in museums but on the world’s most elite stages. That our saris, ragas, thalis, and textiles can stand tall next to any Dior or Wagner symphony.