Alia Bhatt recreates iconic Gangubai Kathiawadi moment at Dubai event; crowd erupts in cheers: Watch

An anduring touch was added to the occasion when Ranbir, the ever-supportive husband, proudly observed her from the stage.

Power couple Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor made a dazzling appearance at a recent event in Dubai, where they turned heads with their impeccable style and charm. One of the most talked-about moments of the night came when Alia surprised everyone by recreating an iconic scene from her acclaimed film Gangubai Kathiawadi.

With perfect expressions and poise, she delivered one of the film’s most famous dialogues and even struck the memorable pose by folding her hands and turning around — a gesture that instantly brought back memories of her powerful performance.

The audience, obviously thrilled by the impromptu performance, let out loud cheers and applause. An anduring touch was added to the occasion when Ranbir, the ever-supportive husband, proudly observed her from the stage.

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Alia looked stunning in a vintage "naked dress" created by the renowned American designer Bob Mackie for the evening. With its elaborate pearl, rhinestone, and ivory sequin details, the nude gown expertly combined boldness and elegance.

The thigh-high slit and cinched waist gave the ensemble a sculpted, elegant finish, while the thigh-high slit added a dramatic touch.

Alia captivated her followers on Instagram by posting glimpses of her appearance with the caption, "when in Dubai."

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Ranbir looked effortlessly stylish in a dark blue velvet tuxedo jacket, a crisp white shirt, and classic black trousers, which was the ideal combination for her. The two were the night's undisputed stars because of their charismatic and glamorous combination.

On the professional front, Alia and Ranbir will soon share the screen in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s upcoming film Love and War, also starring Vicky Kaushal. The film is expected to release in March 2026. Additionally, Alia will be seen in YRF’s highly anticipated spy universe film Alpha, alongside Sharvari Wagh.