10 Bollywood-inspired Kanjivaram saris every woman must have

Kanjivaram saris are woven with intricate detailing and boast about India's rich cultural heritage. These saris are just more than garments, as they are a work of art. Steeped in history, Kanjeevaram saris are traced back to the temple city of Kanchipuram, located in Tamil Nadu. The legend is that the weavers were descendants of God’s Master Weaver, and the Devangas and Saligar communities brought their expertise into motion and crafted this beautiful silhouette. Now, a timeless symbol of Indian heritage, many Bollywood divas have adorned this stunning sari. Let’s seek some inspiration and have them in your closet.

Veteran diva Rekha always showcases her Southern roots and proudly adorns the Kanjivaram silk sari at nearly every event. She beautifully pairs it with her red classic lips and sindoor, heavy jewels, and a low bun hairdo with a stunning gajra.

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One of the best artists in Bollywood, she proudly showed off her Southern roots, and at her wedding reception, she was seen donning a beautiful golden Kanjivaram silk sari, representing elegance and class. Now, a star icon, she completed the look with a stunning emerald choker and a low sleek bun.

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The ‘Dream Girl’ of Bollywood is known for her acting skills and personality and has been a popular face in the 90s era. Then and still now an active fashion icon, she was seen in a pink-hued Kajivaram silk sari with minimal golden glaze which looked subtle and classic on her. She simply paired minimal gold jewels and ruled like a queen.

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At her wedding reception, Anushka Sharma wore a red and golden Kanjivaram silk sari, designed by Sabyasachi. She looked like a dream, as she paired it with a red full-sleeved blouse, and made a subtle and sleek bun with a middle parting. She completed the look with a heavy necklace and earring, and statement dark-kohl eyes.

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The Southern sensation Samantha Ruth Prabhu is all set to make her Bollywood debut alongside Varun Dhawan, and is known for her chic and classy styling. The actress on many occasions has been seen proudly showcasing her silk sari collection, but she donned a unique white Kanjivaram silk sari paired with a white sleeveless blouse, which screamed royalty.

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The ‘Desi Girl’ of Bollywood is known for traveling across the globe but her heart always remains close to her native nation, India. At a fellow celebrity’s reception, the actress was seen in a beautiful copper-golden Kanjivaram sari paired with a minimal blouse. She carried statement red lips, let her hair down, with a statement temple pendant, and looked stunning.

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Vidya Balan is known for her love for Kanjivaram silk saris which suits her personal style, body type, and personality. With the grace she carries and walks in a sari is mesmerizing to witness. The actress adorned a copper-shade Kanjivaram sari and walked the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival.

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Bollywood and the nation lost a gem. Sridevi was not simply an actress but a style icon and inspiration to many across the globe. On various occasions and award functions, she proudly showed off her culture and was seen in Kanjivaram saris. At an event, the late actress was seen in a pink and golden Kanjivaram sari which looked classic on her.

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At Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas’ wedding reception in Mumbai, Kangana Ranaut turned up in a stunning bright yellow Kanjivaram sari paired with a beautiful halter neck blouse. She looked radiant and completed the look with a stylish tucked bun and a beautiful temple neck choker which stole the show.

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The ‘National Crush’ of India Rashmika Mandanna has a huge fan following across the nation and is known for her styling details and acting skills. On various occasions, she has been spotted wearing beautiful saris. However, amongst the lot, she was seen adorned in a pastel green and silver Kanjivaram sari which looked stunning on her.

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