A handcrafted offering, the actor’s saree is from Dhruvi Panchal Label.
Fashion and furniture are both products of the labor-and time-intensive Kalamkari skill, which has its origins in Andhra Pradesh and dates back to the 17th century. Shraddha Kapoor, who at the trailer presentation of the follow-up to her comic horror flick Stree 2, was photographed sporting a beautiful vermillion Kalamkari saree from Mumbai-based Dhruvi Panchal Label, is helping to popularize the art form these days.
Lightweight organza was used to create Shraddha Kapoor’s drape, which is a half-sari, according to the designer. Lotus designs can be seen on the torso, and the pallu is made of Kalamkari, which is further accentuated by the elaborate embroidery and tassels at the hem. Kalamkari, which means “pen workmanship” in direct translation, is a multi-step hand-painted method used to textiles.
These works of art frequently told the stories of the gods on gorgeous backdrops in temples. As seen on Kapoor’s drape, kalamkari evolved to incorporate flora and animals in addition to patterns like the Tree of Life. Her sari is finished off with a blouse that has shoulder pleats and a corset-like fit.
When Shilpa Shetty Kundra received the Champions of Change 2023 award in February 2024, she chose to wear an emerald Kalamkari sari. Gold sequin embroidery complemented the Nidhi Tambi Kejriwal drape, which she wore with a metallic top.
Kriti Sanon wore a Shaza Kalamkari shawl with her ivory Sukriti And Aakriti anarkali while on the press tour for her historical drama flick Adipurush. “Kriti’s shawl combined needlework with Kalamkari embroidery. The inventor of Shaza, Shruti Gupta, has mentioned that it features four key moments from the epic of the Ramayana, with the expanse of Ayodhya Kingdom in the center.
Whether you want to go all out like Shetty or take it slow like Kapoor and Sanon, the flashy fabric is a timeless favorite and will only grow in popularity for holiday attire. Wear everything but a bold set of earrings, like the ones from Amrapali Jewels, to channel the Stree actress.
