Ameesha Patel, Arbaaz Khan & Sangeeta Bijlani Headlined the India International Jewellery Awards IIJA 2026

The India Bullion and Jewellers Association (IBJA) joined forces with Tefla’s to host the India International Jewellery Awards IIJA 2026, bringing together prominent figures from the film fraternity and the gems and jewellery trade. The gathering established a grand collaborative space where cinema, fashion, and business excellence converged.  

The guest list featured notable personalities from the film industry, including Ameesha Patel, Arbaaz Khan, Sangeeta Bijlani, Meenakshi Seshadri, and Celina Jaitly. Accompanying them were industry figures, actors, and creative directors such as Deepshikha Nagpal, Sonia Sayed Birje, Aditi Shetty, Kirti Choudhary, Anupriya Parmar, Kashish Rajput, Imran Nazir Khan, Ankkitha Maithy, Prashant Virendra Sharma, and Rashmi Aarya.

In addition to screen personalities, the event highlighted key expertise from the fashion and styling domains, with presence from choreographer and actor Shreenanda Shankar alongside celebrity beauty expert Ojas Rajani. The representation showcased the multifaceted relationship between personal styling, screen presentations, and luxury ornaments across Indian entertainment.

Representing the trade and executive leadership, Mr. Prithviraj Kothari, National President of IBJA, served as the primary spokesperson alongside Ms. Aksha Mohit Kamboj, National Vice-President, and Mr. Surendra Mehta, National Secretary. The Tefla’s management group was represented by Chairman and Managing Director Mr. Kailash Singh, alongside Directors Mr. Aseem Singh and Mr. Aadil Singh.

During the address, industry representatives emphasized the cultural and economic importance of Indian craftsmanship, noting that traditional design continues to evolve alongside contemporary luxury demands. The event functioned as a strategic network space to acknowledge the economic footprint and global positioning of Indian jewellery enterprises.  

The platform highlighted the ongoing synergy between cinematic storytelling and traditional jewellery designs. With strong participation across trade leaders and entertainment figures, the gathering reinforced the shared creative space that links Indian cinema with the country's luxury heritage.