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From Deepika Padukone To Yami Gautam: Bollywood brides who wore sarees on their big day
While lehengas may dominate celebrity weddings today, several Bollywood brides have chosen to embrace the timeless charm of a red saree on their big day. Rooted in tradition and symbolism, these elegant drapes proved that heritage can be just as powerful as high fashion.
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While lehengas have long dominated celebrity wedding wardrobes, several Bollywood brides have chosen to honour tradition in a different way — by embracing the timeless elegance of a red saree. Rooted in heritage and symbolism, the red saree continues to represent prosperity, love and new beginnings. From heirloom silks to designer masterpieces, these brides proved that sometimes, simplicity woven in tradition makes the most powerful statement.
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Deepika Padukone
For her Konkani wedding ceremony with Ranveer Singh in 2018, Deepika Padukone did wear a saree at her wedding. For the South Indian ritual, she chose a traditional gold and rust-red silk Kanjeevaram saree, honouring her roots. The look was styled with temple jewellery and a classic bridal drape. For her Sindhi ceremony, however, she wore a red lehenga, not a saree.
For her Konkani wedding ceremony with Ranveer Singh in 2018, Deepika Padukone did wear a saree at her wedding. For the South Indian ritual, she chose a traditional gold and rust-red silk Kanjeevaram saree, honouring her roots. The look was styled with temple jewellery and a classic bridal drape. For her Sindhi ceremony, however, she wore a red lehenga, not a saree.
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Yami Gautam
Yami Gautam kept her wedding intimate and deeply personal by wearing her mother’s red silk saree when she married Aditya Dhar in 2021. The heirloom piece added emotional value to her bridal look. Minimal makeup and traditional jewellery enhanced the authenticity of the moment.
Yami Gautam kept her wedding intimate and deeply personal by wearing her mother’s red silk saree when she married Aditya Dhar in 2021. The heirloom piece added emotional value to her bridal look. Minimal makeup and traditional jewellery enhanced the authenticity of the moment.
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Dia Mirza
Dia Mirza opted for a red Banarasi saree by Raw Mango for her wedding to Vaibhav Rekhi. The handwoven saree featured subtle gold motifs and a timeless silhouette. Her look was understated yet powerful, reflecting sustainability and grace.
Dia Mirza opted for a red Banarasi saree by Raw Mango for her wedding to Vaibhav Rekhi. The handwoven saree featured subtle gold motifs and a timeless silhouette. Her look was understated yet powerful, reflecting sustainability and grace.
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Patralekhaa
Patralekhaa chose a red Sabyasachi saree for her wedding celebrations with Rajkummar Rao. The saree carried delicate embroidery and a personalised Bengali touch. Her minimal, elegant styling allowed the traditional weave to shine.
Patralekhaa chose a red Sabyasachi saree for her wedding celebrations with Rajkummar Rao. The saree carried delicate embroidery and a personalised Bengali touch. Her minimal, elegant styling allowed the traditional weave to shine.
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Aishwarya Rai Bachchan
For her wedding to Abhishek Bachchan in 2007, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan wore a gold Kanjeevaram saree with red detailing. The heavily woven silk piece reflected South Indian bridal heritage. Her temple jewellery and traditional styling elevated the regal aesthetic.
For her wedding to Abhishek Bachchan in 2007, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan wore a gold Kanjeevaram saree with red detailing. The heavily woven silk piece reflected South Indian bridal heritage. Her temple jewellery and traditional styling elevated the regal aesthetic.
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Kajol
Kajol embraced Maharashtrian tradition by wearing a classic red saree for her wedding to Ajay Devgn in 1999. The look was simple yet culturally rooted. Traditional green bangles and a nath completed her bridal appearance.
Kajol embraced Maharashtrian tradition by wearing a classic red saree for her wedding to Ajay Devgn in 1999. The look was simple yet culturally rooted. Traditional green bangles and a nath completed her bridal appearance.
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Asin
Asin wore a traditional red and gold saree for one of her wedding ceremonies with Rahul Sharma. The look honoured South Indian customs while maintaining a contemporary finish. Her jewellery choices highlighted the richness of the silk weave.
Asin wore a traditional red and gold saree for one of her wedding ceremonies with Rahul Sharma. The look honoured South Indian customs while maintaining a contemporary finish. Her jewellery choices highlighted the richness of the silk weave.
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