From Kerala to LA: Ravleen Varghese Shines at Victoria’s Secret Show
25-year-old Kerala model Ravleen Varghese makes history at the 2026 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show in Los Angeles.
The global fashion stage just got a dose of Kerala's charm. Ravleen Varghese, a 25-year-old model hailing from Kodumon, Kerala, has achieved a monumental milestone by walking the runway at the 2026 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show in Los Angeles on October 18.
A Double Appearance on the World's Biggest Stage
Ravleen didn't just make a brief appearance; she graced the high-profile runway twice during the event. For her first walk, she stunned the audience in a pink lace lingerie set. She returned for a second segment, sporting a striking black-and-white ensemble alongside fellow models Luza Perote and Malika El Maslouhi.
Sharing the spotlight with her were some of the most iconic faces in the industry, including Gigi Hadid, Bella Hadid, Irina Shayk, and Alessandra Ambrosio. The event also saw the runway debut of global superstar Kylie Jenner, adding to the star-studded atmosphere of the evening.
The Journey: From NIFT to New York
While the Victoria's Secret show is a pinnacle of fashion, Ravleen's ascent was built on years of hard work and education. Her journey began when she moved to Delhi to pursue design studies at the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT). It was during this time, at the age of 18, that she was scouted by Anima Creative Management.
Since then, Ravleen has meticulously built a diverse portfolio spanning beauty, editorial, and high-fashion projects. Her career highlights include:
- Working with renowned Indian designer Sabyasachi.
- Featuring on various magazine covers and collaborating with international labels.
- Making her New York Fashion Week debut in 2022.
Breaking Barriers for Indian Models
Ravleen now joins an elite circle of Indian and Indian-origin models who have walked for the prestigious brand, following in the footsteps of Ujjwala Raut, Bhumika Arora, and Neelam Gill. Notably, she is celebrated as the first Malayali model to ever walk the Victoria's Secret show.
The fashion community quickly rallied behind her achievement. The popular fashion page Diet Sabya shared photos of the model on Instagram, captioning the moment with "A star is born," highlighting the significance of her debut.
Behind the Glamour
Social media glimpses offered a peek into the intense preparations behind the scenes. From her headshot appearing on the official 2026 cast board to the ritual of hair rollers and under-eye patches during glam sessions, the process was as detailed as the show itself. Ravleen was seen sporting the iconic pink-striped satin robe and a black satin team jacket embroidered with "Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show 2026" in pink rhinestones, marking her official entry into the fashion elite.
The 2026 show served as a grand reunion for the industry, bringing back legends like Adriana Lima, Candice Swanepoel, and Behati Prinsloo, making Ravleen's presence among these veterans a defining moment in her international career.