Banita Sandhu makes a stunning red carpet appearance in custom Amit Aggarwal couture at the 2025 SAG Awards

Banita Sandhu's dress's most striking feature was its molded metallic micro-pleated design, a hallmark of Indian fashion designer Amit Aggarwal craftsmanship (Images: @banitasandhu/Instagram)

At the recently held Screen Actors Guild (SAG) Awards that took place at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, many Hollywood stars were seen donning high-glam fashion looks for the red carpet. The 31st edition of SAG Awards saw a dazzling display of fashion, talent, and cinematic celebration. Among the evening’s sartorial highlights, actress Banita Sandhu made a statement with a mesmerizing custom-designed gown by Indian fashion designer Amit Aggarwal.

The Bridgerton star’s appearance on the red carpet was a vision in gold as she celebrated her desi roots by choosing an Indian designer. Sandhu’s modern couture gown, bathed in an opulent gold metallic hue, featured an off-shoulder silhouette that seamlessly blended sophistication with contemporary artistry.

The dress’s most striking feature was its molded metallic micro-pleated design, a hallmark of Aggarwal’s craftsmanship, which sculpted her figure with precision. This structured technique allowed the garment to interact harmoniously with both body and light, creating a dynamic interplay of movement and form.

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Intricate metallic accents rippled across the fabric, lending the piece an almost kinetic quality, as if it were breathing with every step. The gown’s paradoxical design displayed fusion of futuristic elements with timeless elegance and showcased the evolution of designer’s signature polymer textile. This meticulous craftsmanship transformed the dress into a statement of fluidity and captured the essence of time and its ever-changing nature.

Makeup and accessories:

Complementing the grandeur of her gown, Banita Sandhu kept her accessories minimal yet impactful. She opted for exquisite drop earrings and a selection of refined rings, ensuring that the focus remained on the sculptural brilliance of her attire. Her hair, sleek and straight, was pulled into a sophisticated ponytail, further enhancing the contemporary aesthetic of her look.

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For makeup, the gorgeous actress embraced bold beauty choices with dramatic winged eyeliner, voluminous lashes, and defined brows. A touch of blush and precisely placed highlighter accentuated her features, while soft pink lips balanced the intensity, striking the perfect harmony between bold and delicate. This carefully curated look highlighted her ability to merge high fashion with effortless grace.

A moment of gratitude and pride:

Banita’s appearance at the 2025 SAG Awards was more than just a fashion moment; it was a testament to the power of visionary design and the growing global recognition of Indian couture. Expressing her appreciation for the designer and her styling team, Banita took to Instagram to share her excitement and wrote, “Thank you for designing my dream dress that is legit out-of-this-world — you are a visionary and this look was exactly everything I wanted and more than I could have ever imagined. I couldn’t be prouder to wear Indian couture as a first-time SAG nominee. I’m still pinching myself. Thank you to my whole team for making this happen. I’m the luckiest girl in the world. (SIC)"