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10 iconic sarees from Bollywood that are totally unforgettable

etimes.in | Last updated on - Jun 17, 2025, 10:41 IST
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​Best Bollywood saree looks



Sarees have long been a staple of Bollywood's classic style. These classic draperies are a part of every moviegoer's recollection, whether it is from romantic scenes or intense drama. Here are ten iconic Bollywood sarees that changed the course of fashion

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Sridevi’s blue saree in Mr. India



If there’s one person who did justice to this ensemble, it was late Bollywood actress Sridevi. Glamour was redefined by Sridevi's sultry blue chiffon saree in the song "Kaate Nahin Kat Te." It is still a timeless Bollywood moment of grace and charm.

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Madhuri Dixit’s purple saree in Hum Aapke Hain Koun



Always a legend, Madhuri’s fashion looks are still recreated decades later. Madhuri's purple embroidered costume in "Didi Tera Devar Deewana" became the quintessential joyous ensemble, igniting bridal fashion trends that endure to this day.

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Kareena’s red saree in Ra-One



The sass, the style, all get redefined when Bebo does it. In the song "Chammak Challo," Kareena dances in a red saree, which has come to represent Bollywood romance and Indian bridal beauty.

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Rani Mukerji’s black and orange saree in Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna



All her looks in this movie were to die for, but Rani's delicate black and orange saree needs a special mention. She wore this one in the song Tumhi dekho naa during poignant moments and set the standard for understated elegance because it was elegant and subtle.

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Deepika Padukone’s blue saree in Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani



This leggy lass looks like royalty in the 7 yards. Her blue embroidered saree from "Badtameez Dil" was a contemporary take on traditional attire that attracted attention right away and served as the inspiration for innumerable party ensembles.

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Rekha’s gold Kanjeevaram sarees



Think of silk sarees, and you can envision Rekha wearing them subtly but with style. Rekha is a representation of regal Indian tradition because of her unwavering affection for Kanjeevaram silk, which has come to define her public appearances.

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Aishwarya Rai’s white saree in Mohabbatein




This look still holds a special place in our hearts, as Aishwarya played the ghost of love in Mohabbatein. Aishwarya's all-white saree, which was delicate and angelic, became a classic movie costume because it so brilliantly embodied sadness and purity.

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Priyanka Chopra’s metallic saree in Dostana



If you need style lessons, check what PeeCee is wearing. In Dostana, Priyanka turned the traditional saree into a hot, contemporary ensemble by wearing a metallic grey shimmering saree with a seductive silhouette in "Desi Girl."

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Vidya Balan’s red saree in Kahaani



Carving a niche for herself in B-town and how! Vidya's character gained depth and authenticity from this straightforward red cotton saree, draped in a Bengali style, which had a significant effect.

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Sushmita Sen’s crimson saree in Main Hoon Na



If the sarees became hotter, it was because of Sushmita Sen. Her crimson chiffon saree in the song "Tumhe Jo Maine Dekha" made teaching chemistry at a college look incredibly chic. All her looks in the movie made us sing ‘ek ladki ko dekha to aisa laga.’

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How has Bollywood made a fashion mark with traditional sarees?

In the 1950s and 60s, Bollywood icons like Meena Kumari and Madhubala were often seen gracing the screen in silk and chiffon sarees. Soon, with more experimental draping styles and modish prints, actresses like Rekha and Sridevi brought the era of Banarasi sarees, which eventually became their signature look. Through consistent appearances in films and on red carpets, Bollywood has solidified the saree’s position as a timeless fashion choice.
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