Urmila Matondkar redefines glamour in a designer corset saree ensemble

Urmila Matondkar chose a metallic copper corset, sculpted in a luxurious satin fabric that hugged her frame with a form-fitting finish (Images: @urmilamatondkarofficial/Instagram)

In a dazzling display of elegance and timeless style, 90s heartthrob and actress Urmila Matondkar made a head-turning return to the spotlight with a striking new photo shoot. The actress, who is quite regular in posting about her glam life and fashion moments recently shared a series of glamorous portraits on Instagram that she aptly captioned “Sultry Sunday.”

Dressed in designer Manish Malhotra’s ensemble that perfectly merged classic Indian silhouettes with contemporary edge, Urmila's photoshoot reminds us that true style only gets better with time. For this sartorial showcase, Urmila chose a metallic copper corset, sculpted in a luxurious satin fabric that hugged her frame with a form-fitting finish.

The structured bodice featured delicate, handcrafted floral appliqués cascading from one side to highlight the artistic detail that added a touch of romantic drama to the otherwise bold look. Designed by her long-time friend and couturier, the corset was a statement piece in itself with oodles of sensuality and eye-catching design.

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Complementing the corset was a signature MM saree in a luminous rose gold hue. Embellished with intricate crystal and pearl work, the saree exuded quiet opulence without overpowering the ensemble’s modern aesthetic. Draped with effortless grace, it served as the perfect canvas for the striking corset, creating a fusion that felt both fresh and rooted in tradition. It was a modern take on the red carpet look as it gave a sharp, feminine, and unapologetically bold look for the pretty and petite actress.

Choosing to let the outfit take centrestage, Urmila opted for a no-jewellery look, a styling decision that spoke volumes. The absence of accessories brought all attention to the architectural silhouette of the corset and the intricate shimmer of the drape. Her confidence in minimalism was both refreshing and powerful.

Urmila’s beauty look was equally powerful and did justice to her glam diva appearance. She went with dewy skin with a luminous bronze glow to set the tone, while her smoked-out eyes and thick brows added depth and intrigue. The glossy red lips for classic yet provocative touch added hints of vintage glamour to the otherwise modern look. But perhaps the most striking element was her wet hairdo as she got her long tresses slicked back and styled to perfection with a gel finish nailing the ‘just-out-of-water freshness’ mood. The beauty and hair look was a daring choice for an overpowering sari corset look but Urmila nailed the entire ensemble with finesse and grace.

At 50, Urmila continues to command attention not by chasing fashion, but by owning it on her own terms. This corset-saree moment is one of her best fashion looks in recent times and a bold nod to re-imagined Indian couture with a reminder that glamour knows no age.