The people, the passion and the purpose behind Maharashtra's most talked-about fashion week.
Maharashtra Times Runaway Fashion Week was born from a simple belief — that Maharashtra's design talent deserves a stage as bold as its imagination. What began as a single showcase has grown into a full season of runway shows, model hunts, designer meets and hands-on workshops, all building towards our grand finale, Designer Verse.
Presented by Maharashtra Times and hosted in Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar, the platform brings established couturiers and first-time designers, seasoned models and fresh faces together under one roof. Our mission is to open doors — for anyone with the talent and the courage to be seen.
A creative entrepreneur with a genuine passion for fashion and a sharp eye for talent, Taufeeq Khan built Maharashtra Times Runaway Fashion Week to give designers, models and artists across the region a stage they could truly call their own.
With years of experience in the events and fashion industry, the vision has stayed constant — to create a world-class platform that celebrates originality, craftsmanship, and the people who bring it to life. Under this leadership, the platform has launched new labels, discovered fresh modelling talent, and turned local creativity into headline moments.
“Fashion isn't just about the clothes — it's about giving people the confidence to be seen.” — Taufeeq Khan
We exist to turn ambition into a runway moment — discovering talent, championing craft, and building the future of fashion in Maharashtra.