Bollywood's Best Saree Moments: How to Recreate These Iconic Looks

Unquestionably, Bollywood has always been the trendsetter for Indian fashion, especially regarding sarees. Bollywood actresses and their iconic saree moments have impressed everyone worldwide.

From Mumtaz’s retro saree look from the song ‘Aaj Kal Tere Mere’, in Brahmachari, Aishwarya’s traditional Banarasi saree look from Devdas or Madhuri Dixit’s iconic look in designer saree with stitched blouse in Hum Aapke Hai Kaun – you name it.

For many of us, these Bollywood divas are inspirations for stunning saree looks. So, if you want to relive those iconic Bollywood moments in celebrity-styled sarees, or men who want to surprise their women with the Bollywood-inspired sarees, here is the perfect guide on recreating some of those iconic saree looks –

Reliving the Chiffon Dream of Sridevi in Mr. India

When talking about iconic saree moments from Bollywood films, we must keep Sridevi’s sensual blue chiffon saree at the top. She was noticed several times donning chiffon sarees paired with a sleeveless blouse – the look that redefined Bollywood glamour. Be it Mr India’s Kaate Nahin Kat Te or Chandni’s Tere Mere Hothon Pe – we have seen the sensuous and free-spirited Sridevi.

How to Recreate Sridevi’s Chiffon Saree Look?

• Choose a plain, lightweight chiffon saree of the colour of your choice. You can also consider buying plain soft silk designer sarees online for a flowing effect.
• Pair up a well-fitted, sleeveless blouse with minimal design to recreate the look.
• Keep a minimalistic makeup look with glossy lips and bold eyeliner while leaving your hair untied or with a side bun.

Celebrating Evergreen Rekha as the Queen of Kanjivaram

Rekha’s eternal love for traditional sarees like Kanjivaram and Banarasi is now widely known. Several times, this iconic actress stuns us with her regal charm and the heritage of these traditional sarees. Her red-carpet appearance in various award shows will never go out of fashion.

How to Recreate Rekha’s Traditional Saree Look?

• To ooze a royal appearance like Rekha, choose an authentic Kanjivaram or Banarasi saree online with zari embellishment on the border.
• For a royal look, go with an elbow-length sleeve for your blouse made of traditional silk.
• Complete the timeless saree look with layered gold jewellery and a bold bindi. Don’t forget to put a gajra in your hair.

Recreating Rani’s Contemporary Saree Look from Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna

In the movie KANK, Rani Mukherji looks beautiful, elegant and sensual right from the beginning in wedding attire to the end. We see her sporting various sarees – from contemporary black sarees to designer pastel sarees and blue sarees with sheer blouses. And that iconic black chiffon with minimal shimmer details in the song "Tumhi Dekho Na" leaves everyone impressed till today.

How to Recreate Rani’s Contemporary Saree Look?

• To create a magical look with contemporary sarees, go with a net or georgette saree with minimal embroidery on the border.

• Pair up with a halter or high-neck blouse or top for a modern touch.

•  Bold eyes, subtle lipstick colour and minimalistic jewellery are enough to level up your contemporary celebrity look.

Reviving Madhuri’s Magic in Hum Aapke Hain Koun

We saw Madhuri in the blockbuster song Didi Tera Devar Deewana in a regal purple saree with a designer backless blouse, which became a trendsetter for all 90s wedding fashion.

How to Recreate Madhuri’s Saree Look?

1. Pick silk or georgette fabric with embroidered zari work. You can buy designer sarees online from PANNA SHOP, which has a wide range of celebrity-inspired saree collections.

2. Wear a tie-back or deep-back designer blouse with statement jhumkas, bangles and a bold bindi.

Reviving Deepika’s Blue Showstopper Look from Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani

She stunned everyone with her jaw-dropping transformation in YJHD’s Badtameez Dil. In a Manish Malhotra-designed royal blue saree, Deepika looked sexy yet sophisticated, a look that has become the dream of every girl.

How to Recreate Deepika’s Cocktail Look?

• Go with a royal blue net or chiffon saree with sequin detailing. For a more glamorous look, you can try the Swarovski saree online.

• Pair up with a black or gold sleeveless shimmer blouse.

• Don’t forget to apply smoky eyes, straight hair and a pair of dangling earrings to complete your look.

Wrapping Up

Recreating the Bollywood saree moment isn’t only about imitating the celeb’s style. It’s about draping the confidence, attitude and personality like them. Whether you are heading to a wedding reception, cocktail party or other occasion, you can recreate their iconic saree look with Sridevi’s elegance, Rekha’s regal sophistication, Madhuri’s grace, or Deepika’s fierce.

If you need the perfect celeb-inspired saree for your wardrobe, visit PANNA SHOP’s multiple outlets or buy designer sarees online and own your iconic saree moments like these celebrities.