Genelia Deshmukh Looks Regal In A Chikankari Saree At Sitaare Zameen Par Premiere
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Genelia Deshmukh draped a quintessential Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla chikankari saree at the premiere of Sitaare Zameen Par.
Genelia Deshmukh, who stars alongside actor-producer Aamir Khan in the latest movie Sitaare Zameen Par, made a royal statement in a quintessential chikankari saree at the movie's premiere in Mumbai.
The ethereal chikankari which is done in Lucknow by female artisans was envisioned by master couturiers Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla. The saree which takes anywhere between six and eight months to complete, is deeply rooted in Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla 's design journey which is over 35 years.
An epitome of grace and refinement, the saree was complemented with an embellished blouse featuring glistening sequins, pearls strategically embroidered in miniature floral patterns. The blouse was completed with pearl tassels placed on the hem of the sleeves.
Genelia and Aamir Khan both were dressed in the hallmark chikankari beautifully celebrated by Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla. Genelia was accompanied by her husband and actor Riteish Deshmukh. A starry affair, the premiere of Sitaare Zameen Par was also attended by celebrities such as Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Vicky Kaushal, Rekha, Tamannaah Bhatia, Jackie Shroff, Tiger Shroff, Juhi Chawla, Darsheel Safary, Imran Khan and Junaid Khan, among others, attended the screening.
Deepika Padukone
Deepika Padukone's chikankari bridal ensemble glimmered with a medley of sequins and Swarovski crystals paired with zardozi embroidery. Deepika's resham and crystal blouse complemented the intricate Chikan craftsmanship.
Kareena Kapoor Khan
Kareena Kapoor Khan paired the ivory hand-embroidered kurta with a Chikankari dupatta. The ensemble is highlighted with sequins, pearls and stones.
Gigi Hadid
Gigi Hadid looked absolutely spectacular in a slim chikankari skirt and chikan sari drape. Gigi's contemporary drape was styled with a Kamasutra-inspired, South Indian temple jewellery cropped sleeve jacket blouse edged with bold tassels.
Sonam Kapoor Ahuja
Acing the double drape like a true style icon, Sonam Kapoor Ahuja styles the off-white silk net saree featuring an intricate pearl border, with a magnificently embroidered chikankari dupatta elegantly draped on one shoulder.
For her wedding festivities, Richa Chadha stunned in a classic off-white Chikankari Kurti with a heavily embroidered yoke and borders. She styled it with a net dupatta exquisitely accented with Swarovski crystals in an all-over pattern along with a trail, to complete an utterly breathtaking bridal look.
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