Alia Bhatt makes a stunning statement at Met Gala in a traditional Indian sari.
Bollywood actor Alia Bhatt made waves at this year’s Met Gala for championing Indian heritage at the global fashion gala. She walked the red carpet in a magnificent mint green sari from designer Sabyasachi’s couture collection.
In an interview, Alia reminisced about donning her first sari in 9th grade for Teacher’s Day that came slightly undone, requiring help from classmates to safety pin the pleats. Today, she gracefully carried a 23 ft drape with aplomb on one of the prime pop culture stages.
The ethereal sari mesmerized with its translucent fabric and delicate hand-embroidery honoring India’s textile traditions. Sabyasachi deliberately chose the subtle hue to frame Alia as a forest spirit for the event’s theme – a short story inspired by otherworldly gardens.
Her kala teeka, worn traditionally by Indians to ward off negativity, added an auspicious spiritual touch. Emeralds and diamonds completed her look into maximalism, and Alia proudly championed her roots.
For the actor, no one else but Sabyasachi could have tapped the fusion of vintage charm and modern appeal needed to interpret the theme. In showcasing India’s heritage crafts to a global audience, she again highlighted her dedication to representing her roots on the world stage.
Alia’s sari moment represents the evolving Indian fashion landscape, where traditional silhouettes are seamlessly woven into new narratives with each innovative designer collaboration.
