Alia Bhatt channels Rekha’s iconic Silsila saree look at Umrao Jaan screening : Bollywood News

Mumbai was spellbound on Thursday evening as Alia Bhatt graced the special screening of Umrao Jaan, paying homage to Rekha with a re-creation of her iconic saree look from Silsila (1981). The actress stepped out in a delicate baby pink (or lilac?) custom saree by TT Custom Couture, styled by her go‑to stylist Rhea Kapoor. The ensemble featured a high-neck blouse with waterfall detailing, feather earrings, and minimal, dewy makeup—impossibly chic and vintage with a modern twist

Alia Bhatt channels Rekha’s iconic Silsila saree look at Umrao Jaan screening

Rhea Kapoor confirmed the inspiration behind the look by sharing side‑by‑side images of Rekha in her Instagram Stories, spotlighting the legendary scene from Silsila. The Highway actress took to her social media handle and dropped a bunch of portraits, including a photo with the legendary actress. Her caption read, "An ode to a living legend… there never, was, is or will ever be another like you, ReMaa."

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Alia’s styling was strikingly faithful to the original, from the saree’s soft pastel hue to the statement feather earrings and glossy hair. But the magic lay in her modern spin: the structured high‑neck blouse introduced a fresh silhouette, elevating a classic tribute to runway‑worthy attire . Fans and fashion critics were vocal in their praise, calling it “a fitting and modern tribute to the evergreen screen icon”

The event’s real highlight was Rekha herself, who dazzled in an ivory‑and‑gold ensemble by Manish Malhotra, exuding regal charm as she mingled with fellow legends like Anil Kapoor, Aamir Khan, Tabu, Hema Malini, and AR Rahman. The evening felt like a heartwarming reunion of Bollywood royalty—past and present.

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