From Nayanthara to Sai Pallavi: Kasavu saree inspiration from South Indian actresses for Pongal 2026

The stunning allure of a cream and off-white drape with statement golden borders is the traditional Kerala Kasavu saree. South Indian women mainly drape these sarees during big festivals like Onam, Pongal, and Vishu. They also drape them during wedding ceremonies. With subtle contemporary tweaks, this drape will now be worn during the Pongal festival, which is right around the corner. Let’s seek inspiration from our South Indian divas and recreate their look for Pongal 2026.

When it comes to blending tradition with timeless elegance and grace, Keerthy Suresh never misses the mark, and her classic Kasavu saree is just more proof. She presented this traditional look with utmost poise, neatly draping a beige and gold Kasavu saree and teaming it with a contrasting scarlet red sleeveless blouse, which lent a contemporary touch.

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If you wish to make heads turn during the Pongal gathering, then recreate Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s look, where she wore an off-white Kasavu saree with an intricate golden border. She rounded off the look with a beige-hued high-neckline blouse featuring polka dots and elbow-length sleeves. She restricted the jewellery count and simply tied her hair in a bun with side braids, which elevated the look.

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Adding a few tweaks to her traditional Kasavu drape, Rashmika sizzled in a nude-coloured saree with intricate work on the border. She matched its prowess with a same-shade sleeveless blouse and simply accessorised the look with golden jewellery. Leaving her hair down, she kept a simple, straight look and stole the show like a true diva.

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Who can ever forget Sai Pallavi’s beach photoshoot wearing a statement Kasavu drape? Looking like a soon-to-be glowing bride, she stole the show in this simple drape; her smile and simplicity became the real deal. Sai Pallavi wore a white Kasavu saree with a golden border and teamed it with a matching elbow-length blouse. She made a high-rise bun and decorated it with fresh gajra, which instantly stole the show.

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For the Ambani wedding, Nayanthara ditched glam and wore a subtle Kanjeevaram silk Kasavu drape drenched in hues of beige with a gold border. Stealing the show with its subtle sheen, she matched its prowess with a sleeveless matching blouse and added the right contemporary touch, making this fit perfect for festivities or red carpet moments. She completed the look with stunning golden temple jewellery, carrying a stunning traditional charm.

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