Guneet Monga: This Oscar-winning filmmaker wore a Manish Malhotra ensemble to Oscars 2025 |

Guneet Monga, the acclaimed Indian film producer, made a grand entrance on the Oscars 2025 red carpet, marking another significant milestone in her illustrious career. Best known for her work on the 2023 Academy Award-winning documentary short The Elephant Whisperers, Monga has earned a well-deserved nomination for her short film Anuja at this year’s Oscars. But it was her Indian ensemble at Oscars which became the talk of the town.
The stunning brown ensemble by Manish Malhotra
Monga dazzled in a breathtaking brown ensemble designed by celebrated Indian designer Manish Malhotra. The outfit seamlessly blended traditional and contemporary elements, creating a striking look that captured the essence of her unique style.

The rich brown tones of the ensemble highlighted her graceful presence and left a lasting impression on everyone in attendance.
A moment to remember
Adding to the excitement of the night, Guneet Monga shared a picture of herself on the red carpet via her Instagram story, capturing the glamour and excitement of the prestigious event. The outfit, combined with her radiant energy, elevated the buzz around her nomination and made the evening even more memorable for fans and industry insiders alike.
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Behind-the-Scenes excitement with Karan Johar
Earlier, filmmaker Karan Johar shared an exciting video on social media, where Monga revealed details of her Oscars 2025 look. She expressed her excitement over the custom creation by Manish Malhotra, describing it as a perfect fusion of a corset with a saree and an overcoat.
The all-brown creation was both elegant and timeless, making it a showstopper on the red carpet. Monga also revealed that the ensemble was designed in two parts, one for the Oscars and another for the afterparty, both crafted from the same hand-woven fabric.
The impactful story of Anuja
Monga’s short film Anuja tells a deeply moving story set in a garment factory in New Delhi. It follows a 9-year-old girl, Anuja, as she faces a difficult choice: continue her education or stay in the workforce to help her struggling family. The film explores the emotional and social challenges of this decision, offering a poignant look at the complexities of family and ambition in a young girl’s life.
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