Women walking the runway in authentic Andhra Pradesh handloom sarees — The Great Andhra Pradesh Handloom Gala
Guinness World Record
Official Attempt

Our Thread, Our Pride

Walk the Runway.
Make History.

A celebration where every thread tells a story.

Join the grand celebration of Andhra Pradesh handloom. Be part of a historic cultural movement — 1,000 participants honouring the timeless art of AP handloom. Showcase your style in authentic Andhra Pradesh sarees on India's largest cultural runway.

1,000+

Runway Spots

7

Handloom Traditions

₹599

Entry Fee

📍Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh
ABOUT THE EVENT

India's Largest Handloom Fashion Showcase — Walk the Runway. Make History.

Walk a professional runway dressed in authentic Andhra Pradesh handloom

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Be officially credited in the Guinness World Record attempt as a participant

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Receive a Certificate of Participation — signed, official, and framed in history

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Support the livelihoods of weavers and artisan families across AP

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Get featured in national and regional media covering this landmark event

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Celebrate 7 living handloom traditions alongside thousands of cultural champions

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~1,000 spots. One runway. Once in a lifetime. Registration is now open — but space is limited.

WHY YOU SHOULD WALK

Walk. Celebrate. Make Impact.

Every participant gets more than a runway moment — you get recognition, legacy, and the pride of supporting India's handloom heritage.

REGISTRATION ₹599
GWR CREDIT
CERTIFICATE
MEDIA FEATURE
ARTISAN SUPPORT
GLOBAL REACH

Affordable Entry Fee

REGISTRATION ₹599

Be part of history with a simple registration fee. No hidden charges, no surprise costs. Just pure celebration.

Guinness World Record

GWR CREDIT

Officially credited as a participant in the Guinness World Record attempt. Your name in history.

Official Certificate

CERTIFICATE

Signed, framed-ready certificate of participation. A memento of your historic moment.

National Coverage

MEDIA FEATURE

Get featured in national and regional media. Your moment on screens across India.

Support Weavers

ARTISAN SUPPORT

Every participant helps sustain the livelihoods of 1000+ weaver families across AP.

International Recognition

GLOBAL REACH

Celebrate Andhra Pradesh handloom on the global stage. 7 traditions, 1 runway.

Still unsure? These aren't just benefits — they're your legacy.

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GUINNESS
WORLD
RECORD

Genius World Records Official Attempt
OFFICIAL GUINNESS ATTEMPT

GUINNESS WORLD RECORD ATTEMPT

Largest Handloom Fashion Showcase

~1,000 participants walking the runway in authentic AP handloom — all in one place, all in one record.

Register Now — Walk the Runway & Be in the Record

Guinness World Records officially documented. Certificate of participation issued to every walker.

Heritage Map

8 Living Traditions · One Map

Where Andhra Pradesh's legendary handloom comes together on one runway

Dharmavaram Pattu saree
GI Mark 2008

Dharmavaram Pattu

Dharmavaram · Anantapur

~1,500+ weavers

Est. ~400 years

Kalamkari hand-painted saree
GI Mark 2009

Kalamkari

Srikalahasti · Tirupati

~2,000+ weavers

Est. ~300+ years

Venkatagiri Cotton saree
GI Mark 2013

Venkatagiri Cotton

Venkatagiri · Nellore

~800+ weavers

Est. ~200+ years

Gadwal Silk saree
GI Mark 2008

Gadwal Silk

Gadwal · Jogulamba

~600+ weavers

Est. ~1800s

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Uppada Silk saree
GI Mark 2005

Uppada Silk

Uppada · Kakinada

~3,000+ weavers

Est. ~1500s

Mangalagiri Cotton saree
GI Mark 2009

Mangalagiri Cotton

Mangalagiri · Guntur

~2,500+ weavers

Est. ~1850s

Chirala Weave saree
GI Mark 2009

Chirala Weave

Chirala · Bapatla

~400+ weavers

Est. ~100+ years

Ponduru Khadi fabric
GI Mark 2007

Ponduru Khadi

Ponduru · Srikakulam

~300+ weavers

Est. ~Gandhi Era

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WHO'S WALKING
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Estimated Participants

Students, weavers, women, and media — every walk makes history.

600+

Students & Youth

Students from colleges and schools across Andhra Pradesh — the next generation of cultural pride

200+

Women & Fashion Supporters

Women of all ages, homemakers, and fashion lovers celebrating AP handloom on the runway

100+

Weavers & Artisans

Artisan families from Uppada, Mangalagiri, Dharmavaram, Chirala, and Ponduru

50+

Media & Press

National TV channels, print journalists, digital platforms, and cultural media

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Every participant will represent the pride of Andhra Pradesh Handloom Culture.

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PRESENTED BYTHE VISION BEHIND THE MOVEMENT

Championing Handloom Heritage

A creative powerhouse championing Andhra Pradesh's handloom heritage on global stages. Founded to elevate artisan traditions, empower youth talent, and create cultural movements that matter.

Handloom is not just craft — it's a living legacy, a movement, and a future worth wearing.

Fashion & Design

Heritage Advocacy

Dr. Arunasree Vallabhaneni, Founder AARVV Studios

Dr. Arunasree Vallabhaneni

Fashion Designer, Film Producer & Founder — AARVV Vallabhaneni Studios

Every handloom saree is a letter written by a weaver to the future. The Gala is our way of delivering that letter to the world.

Dr. Arunasree Vallabhaneni is a fashion designer, cultural entrepreneur, and passionate advocate for India's handloom heritage. As the founder of AARVV Vallabhaneni Studios, she has worked alongside weaver communities in Andhra Pradesh — championing traditions like Uppada, Mangalagiri, and Dharmavaram on national and international platforms. Her work spans couture fashion, film production, and large-scale cultural events, all united by a single mission: to ensure India's most extraordinary handloom traditions flourish for generations to come.

Fashion Designer — National & International Handloom AdvocateFilm Producer — Stories Rooted in South Indian CultureCultural Philanthropist — Supporting AP Weaver CommunitiesOrganizer — The Great Andhra Pradesh Handloom Gala
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