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
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. Meanwhile, fashion commentator Diet Sabya applauded the homage and wrote, “Rekha ma in Silsila has given us fashion and heartbreak refs for ages. Eons. Centuries. And the only way to pay homage is to do it correctly or not do it at all. Alia in TT custom couture baby pink (or is it lilac?) sari worn with feather earrings for the screening of Umrao Jaan tonight. Reference done correct. Modern. Styled by @rheakapoor”
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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