On 5th October 2025, Hyderabad will play host to one of the year’s most anticipated lifestyle and sporting spectacles — The Deccan Derby 2025. Organized by the prestigious Hyderabad Race Club and presented by the Race2Win Foundation, this grand celebration promises an unforgettable finale that fuses the thrill of equestrian sport with the elegance of haute couture and the power of philanthropy.
This year, the spotlight shines on a couture showcase by iconic designers Rohit Gandhi and Rahul Khanna, masters of architectural precision and modern sophistication. Taking the runway by storm will be the dazzling Malaika Arora, who will grace the evening as showstopper, perfectly embodying the synergy of glamour and grace.
Yet, the Deccan Derby is far more than an evening of racing and fashion. It is a cultural landmark where heritage, style, and community impact converge. Rooted in Hyderabad’s equestrian legacy, the event also champions the Race2Win Foundation’s philanthropic mission, channeling the glamour of the turf toward fostering meaningful change across communities.
Curated as an exclusive couture soirée, the showcase is themed “The Derby Evening: Fashion in its Purest Form” — a tribute to timeless elegance, culture, and the celebratory spirit of the Derby. Designer Rahul Khanna explains, “Our vision is to create an evening of pure fashion, exclusively for our guests as a celebration after the races. Bringing our showcase to Hyderabad, a city close to our hearts, allows us to weave together culture, style, and the Derby spirit in one seamless narrative.”
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Adding to the vision, Y. Gopi Rao, Founder of the Race2Win Foundation, reflects, “The Derby is more than just a race; it represents heritage, passion, and progress. With Malaika Arora as showstopper, we blend the elegance of equine sport with the glamour of fashion — all while amplifying awareness of our social initiatives.”
The Deccan Derby 2025 on 5th October promises to be more than an event; it is a movement — where couture gallops alongside culture, and where fashion becomes a force for change.
