Filmmaker Imtiaz Ali’s daughter Ida Ali has got engaged to her longtime boyfriend Krish Agrawal, and her contemporary engagement look has become a talking point. Ida chose an elaborate pink creation by designer Amit Aggarwal for the celebration, combining traditional Indian embroidery with a modern gown-inspired silhouette.
Imtiaz shared glimpses from the intimate celebration on his Instagram Stories, while details of the couple’s outfits and Ida’s creative journey have also emerged.
Ida Ali chooses a contemporary chikankari engagement outfit
For her engagement, Ida wore a custom single-taar hand-embroidered chikankari corseted saree gown designed by Amit Aggarwal.
The pink ensemble combined the visual language of a saree with the structured construction of a corseted gown. The hand embroidery added a traditional craftsmanship element, while the fitted silhouette gave the outfit a distinctly contemporary character.
Ida completed the look with an intricately embroidered lace drape, allowing the traditional textile detailing to remain central to the overall outfit.
The styling reflects the growing popularity of occasionwear that combines Indian artisanal techniques with modern silhouettes.
Krish Agrawal’s engagement outfit
Krish Agrawal opted for a more structured contemporary look for the ceremony.
His outfit featured a long crepe jacket paired with tailored trousers. The jacket incorporated molded cording around its curved neckline, while metallic Nucleus buttons added a decorative finish.
A pre-draped pocket square completed the ensemble and gave the outfit a polished formal appearance.
Together, the couple’s outfits brought contrasting interpretations of contemporary Indian occasion dressing to the engagement celebration.
Imtiaz Ali calls Ida’s engagement his ‘greatest happiness’
For Imtiaz Ali, the engagement marked an important family milestone.
Speaking to Hindustan Times, the filmmaker described his daughter’s engagement as “the greatest happiness” for him.
He also revealed that Krish had spoken to him before proposing to Ida.
The filmmaker has occasionally shared moments involving his daughter publicly, although Ida has largely developed her own identity through filmmaking, social media and creative projects.
Ida Ali and Krish Agrawal’s relationship
Ida has previously shared aspects of her relationship with Krish on social media.
The couple has posted photographs from their travels and other personal moments over the years.
In July 2026, Ida shared a photograph showing Krish proposing to her on one knee. She also gave followers a glimpse of her engagement ring.
Ida has revealed that Krish works as a quantitative researcher at a hedge fund.
The couple has not publicly announced wedding plans so far.
Who is Ida Ali?
Ida Ali has been developing a career of her own in filmmaking and digital media.
She directed her first short film, Lift, when she was 17. She later worked as the writer of the Amazon miniTV romantic drama Uljhe Hue.
Ida has also co-hosted the podcast Why Are The Curtains Blue with social media influencer Kareema Berry.
Her academic background is in filmmaking. She studied at Chapman University’s Dodge College of Film and Media Arts in California.
Ida Ali’s work beyond filmmaking
Alongside her film-related work, Ida has also explored digital initiatives.
She launched Refresh, a digital platform focused on young people and mental health.
More recently, she directed another short film titled Sink In, continuing her interest in short-form filmmaking and storytelling.
On Instagram, Ida has built a following of more than 70,000, where she shares elements of her creative work and personal life.
A new chapter for Imtiaz Ali’s daughter
Ida Ali’s engagement marks a new personal chapter, but her creative journey has been developing independently for several years.
From directing her first short film as a teenager to working in digital storytelling, podcasting and youth-focused initiatives, Ida has explored several creative formats.
Her engagement to Krish Agrawal has now brought renewed attention to her personal life, with her Amit Aggarwal-designed pink chikankari saree gown becoming one of the most distinctive visual details from the celebration.
