Before Samantha Akkineni, Bollywood divas like Kareena, Deepika and Katrina have slayed in hand painted sarees

Though the wardrobes in the showbiz world are dominated by lehengas, ruffle gowns, sheer dresses, bikini cover-ups and new-age outfits, the traditional saree finds its place in every fashionistas’ closet. Even in this era of Indo-western fashion, no modern wear can beat the glamour and elegance of a saree. During the ‘Thanks Meet’ of her recent release Jaanu, Samantha Akkineni slipped into a hand-painted silk organza saree which was printed with the word ‘Jaanu’ on it. The eye-popping attire stunned the onlookers and grabbed the eyeballs of the shutterbugs.

Interestingly, Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor Khan wore a similar six-yard staple in a pistachio shade for the promotions of Good Newwz. Her saree was accentuated with her well-known nickname, Bebo. Check out these captivating photos of our divas who nailed it in hand painted sarees.

Samantha Akkineni is a social media darling and a hot favourite among netizens. From fun-filled moments with her pet to romantic dances with hubby Naga Chaitanya and drool-worthy poses during photo-shoots, the 32-year-old fashionista has this habit of sharing everything in her day-to-day life via Instagram. During the ‘Thanks Meet’ of Jaanu, Sam slipped into a hand-painted silk organza saree which was printed with the word ‘Jaanu’ on it. The mesmerising look proves that the leggy lass is on top of her fashion game.

In December 2019, popular actress Kareena Kapoor wore a hand-painted organza saree for the promotions of Good Newwz. The special attraction was her nickname Bebo printed on the Pallu of the six-yard staple. Along with one-shoulder blouse in a matching colour, the 39-year-old actress accessorised the overall look with a pair of dainty earrings. Her smokey eyes, nude lips and minimal makeup have complimented the attire big-time and she left her ensemble do all the talking.

During the promotions of Made In China, Mouni Roy stunned the onlookers in a white organza saree with hand painted cherry red gum tree blossom flowers. Opting for no accessories, the 34-year-old actress styled the look with 90s-inspired wavy hairdo, winged eyeliner, smokey brown eye shadow, a hint of peach blush and matte nude lipstick. Mouni’s breezy six yard drape certainly gave us legit vintage feels.

For the promotions of her recent release Chhapaak, Deepika Padukone chose to wear a multi-coloured hand-painted saree paired with a metallic blue sleeveless blouse. Accessorising her ensemble with a pair of dangle earrings and statement bangles, the 34-year-old gorgeous gal rounded off the look with neutral makeup, bouffant bun and metallic stilettos.

From classic sarees to experimental sari gowns, Shilpa Shetty Kundra wore everything and her love for the six yard staple is known to one and all. In April 2019, the 44-year-old actress got draped into a white hand painted organza saree for a dance reality show in which she is one among the judges. With sleeveless blouse in matching colour, the sexy siren finished her look with ruby beads, simple earrings and updo hair decorated with white flowers.

During Hindu festivities, sarees are a popular pick to glam up in and celebrate the festival with all fervour. In October 2019, Alia Bhatt arrived at the Durga Puja wearing a red hand-painted organza saree. Enhanced with hand embroidered gota for spark, the drape featured black fuschia flowers on its silk organza base. The 26-year-old actress paired her sari with a simple sleeveless blouse and teamed it with a black bindi and gold jhumkas.

During the promotions of Salman Khan’s Bharat, Katrina Kaif looked drop-dead gorgeous in a bright mandarin hand painted saree and grabbed the eyeballs of many. With the floral saree, the 36-year-old arresting beauty went for perfectly blow-dried locks, a glossy pink lips and subtle smokey eyes. She paired it up with chunky chandbalis.