Umrao Jaan Re-Release: Ahead of the re-release of Umrao Jaan in theaters on 27 June, legendary actress Rekha organised a grand premiere of the film on 26 June, attended by the veterans and contemporaries of the Bollywood industry.
Rekha stunned in an ivory ensemble for the premiere, where she hosted the likes of Hema Malini, Simi Garewal, Alia Bhatt, and Janhvi Kapoor. Bollywood brought their A-game in vintage fashion for the premier, blending accents of the traditional and modern for a banquet of fashion. Tune in to learn what the Bollywood actors chose to wear at the premiere of Umrao Jaan in Mumbai as a homage to Rekha, her cult film, and her aura.
Rekha was the moon of the night as other stars twinkled around her. She wore a gold and ivory ensemble featuring an embroidered lehenga with bejeweled accessories and her classic red lips.
Tabu and Rekha shared a heartwarming moment on the carpet where Tabu could not contain her excitement as she rushed to embrace Rekha in a hug. She chose to channel the aura of the classics in a vibrant red sharara set with golden embroidery.
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The premiere witnessed the ‘dream girl’ of Bollywood walk in a rich cocoa colored Banarsi saree with vibrant floral work on it. She kept it classic in matching jewels and a neat bun.
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Alia Bhatt turned heads in an all-pink ensemble that many say has been inspired by the pink saree look of Rekha in ‘Silsila’. The pastel pink chiffon saree with uncharacteristic kohl eyes and open hair reminded many of the legend’s look in the 1982 film.
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Taking the vintage route in an alluring white chikankari Anarkali, studded with twinkling mirrors, sequins, and stones, Janhvi Kapoor was the definition of ethereal. She styled it with open long locks, a chunky nose ring, and statement jhumkas.
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Keeping up with the memo, Nimrat Kaur came wrapped in a golden organza saree with a full-sleeved blouse in gold. She kept her hair in a neat high bun, with maroon lips and complementing jhumkas.
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Dripping in vintage glam, Nushratt attended the premiere in a floor-length anarkali set featuring bold maroon floral embroidery on the neckline, sleeves, and waist.
Bringing her unique flair of GenZ comfort, Khushi Kapoor opted for a golden Banarasi co-ord set blending the vintage with modern with a sleek hairdo and glam makeup.
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Among the other notable attendees of the event were Mira Kapoor, Asha Bhosle, Anil Kapoor, Simi Garewal, Fatima Sana Sheikh, AR Rahman, Aamir Khan, and Vijay Varma.