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Your hairstyle is an indicator of who you are. There are many hairstyles that Indian men can opt for in 2026 and still look great. There is, for example, the undercut haircut that looks great but there are those layered faux hawks that are so popular in India now and worth considering as well. Thus, let us introduce you to nine hair trends for Indian men with all face shapes.
1. Undercut
The undercut hairstyle can be considered a good choice if you want a classic yet subtle hairstyle for Indian men.
To get this look, you need to use shaved hair from the sides and the back, while having short to medium hair on top. You can then do some styling of your hair on top, making it either slicked-back or kept to one side.
2. Pompadour
One of our most favored hair styles of Indian men in 2026 is the pompadour. Although this style became popular back in the 1950s, it has seen a revival recently and is favored by young Indian males.
For this hairstyle, you will have to backcomb your hair upwards and use hairspray or wax to hold your hair in position. You could even opt for a slicked-back pompadour look.
3. Man bun
The very first long hairstyle for Indian men is the man bun. This hairstyle is really simple to do, and it can be customized according to your choice.
The whole concept is about tying up your hair in a bun on the top or bottom side of the head. This looks good on straight hair, but you can tie up your naturally wavy hair in a bun too. If you want a little bit of style along with this hairstyle, then use a colorful scrunchie.
4. Buzz cut
While Indian males prefer medium-length hair, the buzz cut is the new trend in terms of short hairstyles for Indian males. What makes the buzz cut appealing is its simplicity; however, it is not just simple but also a comfortable style for men in India since it is a cool hairstyle and does not cause discomfort in summer.
5. Quiff
One of the most popular hairstyles for Indian men with medium hair length is the iconic quiff hairstyle. The technique for this style involves identifying your natural part and moving it to one side for better control.
A pomade or wax can then be used to maintain the quiff look. Your decision on how long you want your quiff to be totally lies within your own choice; you can even combine it with an undercut look.
6. Faux hawk
Another popular trend in India among men’s hairstyles in 2026 is the faux hawk. The style involves hair that becomes gradually longer on top with shorter hair on the sides and has a mohawk that goes from front to back.
Such haircut will suit any man who wants to have textured hair. However, those who wish to make their faux hawk more impressive can simply shave the sides and get a mohawk.
7. Long fringe
The long fringe is among the best styles for men in India. The long fringe style is quite choppy, and it is perfect for the guys who have thick hair in India. The main aim in styling your hair in this way is to brush it down to the level above your eyes.
All you need to do is brush it down and secure it using hairspray and then top up with a pair of aviator sunglasses.
8. Side sweep with a beard
Facial hair complements many Indians' hairdos very well, and the same applies to the side sweep.
What you have to do here is take your medium to long hair and style it on one side of your head. Do this by first determining the natural hairline and then using some kind of pomade or spray to keep it in place.
You may either slick it back or let it stay on top, whatever finish you may be looking for. The rest is up to you. What we would suggest is mid to long length of facial hair which is neatly cut.
9. Comb over
As far as men’s formal hairstyles in India are concerned, it is tough to rival the comb-over. While it was once regarded as the ultimate hairstyle for older men, the comb-over is now creating ripples within the younger crowd, and there are several variations of the same.
Our favorite would be the slicked back comb-over, and we believe that it is one hairstyle that suits formal settings such as weddings and family gatherings. It should ideally be done from the natural parting of the hair.
10. Textured crop
If you are looking for a simple yet fashionable hairstyle with style, then textured crop should definitely be your choice. This is one of the best hairstyles for Indian males who have thick or curly hair. You will need to layer the hair up front, leaving the sides either fade or tapered. All you need to do is apply some matte styling gel and create a mess, and your hairstyle is ready.
11. Slick taper fade
The taper fade hairstyle will never go out of fashion, and with a slick-back on top, you get a look that is both classic and modern.
The fading happens from the temples to the neck area while the hair on top can be slicked back using gel or pomade. This hairstyle is perfect for Indians who have straight and wavy hair. It suits them perfectly whether they shave their face or have a well-trimmed beard.
12. Curly top
If you’re one of the fortunate few to have curly hair, this hairstyle is for you. This curly hairdo comes with trimmed sides, where all the focus will be on your curly hair on top. This is an impressive hairstyle for Indian males who wish to flaunt their natural hair texture.
Bonus: it requires minimal styling, just a curl-defining cream and a confident smile.
13. Messy spikes
For that retro look with a contemporary edge, messy spikes are back in a big way in 2026.
Leave the sides short and experiment with edgy and layered styles on top. Use light wax or clay and style your hair in any direction you want.
Perfect for those Indian men with an attitude.
14. Brushed-up fade
It is considered one of the best hairstyles that go under-rated when it comes to Indian men. This particular hairstyle involves a high fade on the sides along with voluminous hair brushed up front.
It is an awesome hairstyle for any wedding or date night.
15. Disconnected undercut with waves
For an outstanding look but without losing class, you might want to try the disconnected undercut whose top and sides don’t complement each other rather than contrast.
You can have it combined with medium-sized waves and curls for a fashion forward look. This hairstyle is ideal for Indian men with thick and textured hair, and looks fantastic especially when worn with a lined beard.
Conclusion
With the numerous hairdos that you can sport in 2026, the challenging part will be deciding on which one you will choose from among the trends.
If you are a user of social media platforms, then you can use TikTok and apply the correct hashtag in order to find inspiration for each hairstyle listed above.
FAQs
Q1: Which one is the best haircut for Indian men?
Undoubtedly, the undercut wins the game. This haircut is stylish, adaptable, and suits both office and leisure occasions. This cut fits your personality.
Q2: Which one is the most popular Indian men's haircut in 2026?
In 2026, the most popular cut was the modern texture and contrast, so the faux hawk fade became popular. You have a cool haircut without being a punk and it looks fine on a daily basis.
Q3: Which hair type suits Indian men?
No matter what hair type you have, you can find an appropriate cut for yourself. If you have thick and wavy hair, you should definitely go for shaggy crop or curly top haircut. The straight and fine hair goes well with quiff or side part.
Q4: Which hair color is suitable for Indian men?
Even though most Indian men have either black or dark brown hair, there are many colors that you can try which will add just the right touch to your style.
Q5: Which Indian men don't shave their heads?
In most Indian religions, long hair is considered sacred. For example, Sikh men never shave their hair due to their religion, and they keep it covered by a turban.
