Inside Sabyasachi’s 25th-Anniversary Party

Watch Deepika Padukone make a stunning comeback on Runway after embracing motherhood, netizens find resemblance with Rekha’s Khoon Bhari Maang look

Regarding fashion extravaganzas, only a few can rival Sabyasachi Mukherjee, the master of opulence and storytelling through couture. On its 25th anniversary, the designer pulled out all the stops to celebrate his illustrious journey. The star-studded event in Mumbai was full of emotion, statements, and spectacles all rolled into one.

 
 
 
 
 
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Deepika Padukone made a show-stopping return to the runway after embracing motherhood. She opened the event in a jaw-dropping monochromatic white ensemble that had the audience holding their breath. Watch Alia Bhatt support Deepika most genuine way as she captures her glamour moment.

 
 
 
 
 
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The outfit, a blend of sharp tailoring and flowing drama, featured sleek pants, a minimalist top, and a cascading trench coat. But it was the bold accessories that truly stole the show with a ruby-and-diamond choker paired with a striking cross pendant, stacked bracelets atop black leather gloves, and a chic headband exuding vintage charm.

Fans couldn’t get enough of Deepika’s look, with social media quickly drawing parallels to the legendary Rekha. From her elegant updo to her dramatic jewels, Deepika seemed to channel Rekha’s timeless aesthetic in a modern avatar. One fan aptly dubbed it “Rekha Core,” while another proclaimed, “Modern Rekha vibes unlocked!”

Titled “25 Years of Sabyasachi,” the show was a love letter to Sabyasachi’s evolution as a designer. Forget the traditional lehengas that dominate Indian couture—this was a bold, boundary-pushing collection. Separates, statement bags, eye-catching shoes, and jaw-dropping jewelry dominated the runway, showcasing Sabyasachi’s flair for marrying the traditional with the contemporary.

International supermodel Christy Turlington closed the show, marking another iconic moment in an evening that celebrated both local and global influences. The styling pushed the envelope, with drama, excess, and flair taking center stage. While some purists missed the quintessential Sabyasachi lehenga, others applauded the audacious shift.

The guest list read like a who’s who of the film industry, with everyone turning out in their most glamorous avatars.

  • Alia Bhatt stunned in a bold black Murshidabad silk sari paired with a jeweled blouse, blending Sabyasachi’s signature old-world charm with a modern twist.
  • Sonam Kapoor, styled by Rhea Kapoor, lived up to her title as Bollywood’s fashion icon in a dramatic ensemble featuring a pencil skirt, top, and feathered jacket. Netizens crowned her the “Mother of Fashion” for the night.
  • Aditi Rao Hydari, Ananya Panday, and Sharvari were show-stoppers in their own right, dazzling in unique looks.
  • Veterans like Shabana Azmi and Bipasha Basu added grace and gravitas to the guest list, proving that fashion knows no age.