Ananya Panday Channels Rekha’s Iconic Elegance at Umrao Jaan Screening in Rohit Bal Anarkali

Ananya Panday Channels Rekha’s Timeless Umrao Jaan Aura in a Rohit Bal White Anarkali at Star-Studded Screening Event

Enveloped in nostalgia and glamour, celebrating the eternal elegance of Umrao, Ananya Panday brought alive the charm of Rekha’s character. The legendary film special screening had turned into a star-studded glamorous affair with the who’s who of Bollywood adorning it; still, the eyes were on Ananya while she paid her tribute.

Mumbai brought in legends like Asha Bhosale, Tabu, Hema Malini, and Alia Bhatt, but among all, Ananya was the one to step on the red carpet in ivory, carrying the late Rohit Bal’s graceful anarkali. The tribute was beyond a fashion statement: It was a graceful nod to the epoch-defining charm of Rekha in Umrao Jaan.

Sharing some very personal thoughts on Instagram, Ananya posted a set of beautiful pictures that encapsulated the emotion of the moment. Among the touching photographs was the one in which little Ananya poses beside Rekha’s poster. Another shows a young Rekha holding baby Ananya; what a picture of their cherished bond! In the caption, she wrote: “For Re aunty. Swipe to see how nothing has changed. Umrao Jaan is in theatres. Wearing @rohitbalofficial.” Abstracting how admiration remains to the present and future, her words and images are speaking as a reminder of partnership across generations.

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Ananya’s ensemble of the evening can only be described as an illusory manifestation of elegance. Simple as it was, the floor-length white anarkali bore a subtle sweetheart neckline above full-length churidar sleeves, complementing the traditional perfection. The ghera-style flare gave it a royal touch and was reminiscent of the Mughal-era costumes seen in the film. Shunning heavy jewelry, the only accessories she chose to wear with the outfit were statement chandelier earrings and a bold ring, prowess with which the fabric could remain the star.

Her makeup was soft but bold. She sported a dewy base with gently kohl-rimmed eyes and a blush of pink on her cheeks—every bit the poetic beauty that comes to mind with Umrao’s character. She added a bit of glowiness with highlighters, keeping the lips neutral to balance the soft tone of her look. Her bun, with fresh red roses tied at the center parting, was almost a tribute in itself to Rekha’s beloved signature style.

Top movie stars made it a star-studded affair; nearly all eminent names who graced the gala imprinted their presence on the red carpet. It also became a sight to behold when Ananya Panday recreated the evening’s unforgettable moment when she came face to face with Rekha’s grace. Anil Kapoor, Mahima Chaudhry, Muzaffar Ali, Nushrratt Bharuccha, Prachee Shah, Aamir Khan, AR Rahman, Alizeh—these are some few famous names witnessed there.

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Her presence was not just fashionable; it carried an emotional pang. In a world where red carpet styles quite often upstage the ones that have an edgy bold statement, Ananya’s dignified tribute was a resounding reminder of the values-giving grace, tradition, and reverence to cinema history.

Ananya Panday continues to establish herself not only as a Gen-Z fashion icon but also as a young star with a strong consciousness of Bollywood’s cultural and artistic legacy. Her appearance on the screening of Umrao Jaan in a Rohit Bal attire blended nostalgia and present-day styling beautifully, establishing that true elegance, just like Rekha portrayed Umrao, knows no time.

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