Ananya Panday knows how to make a fashion statement, and this time, the actress has taken inspiration from one of Bollywood’s most beloved on-screen looks. The 28-year-old actress recreated Rani Mukerji’s iconic appearance from the song Shava Shava in Karan Johar’s Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, bringing back memories of the early 2000s. Ananya wore this nostalgic ensemble for designer Manish Malhotra’s star-studded Diwali celebration, and her look instantly caught attention.
The actress stepped out in a stunning silver-white lehenga set that beautifully captured the charm of Rani Mukerji’s original outfit. The ensemble featured a heavily embellished bralette-style blouse with delicate straps and a sweetheart-inspired neckline. Covered in shimmering sequin work, the blouse added just the right amount of sparkle while highlighting the outfit’s glamorous appeal.
She paired it with a matching high-waisted lehenga skirt featuring intricate silver embellishments scattered across the fabric. The skirt’s fitted silhouette and floor-length finish gave the ensemble an elegant appearance. What made the outfit even more interesting was the sheer ivory dupatta, which was draped gracefully around her arms, adding a soft and traditional touch to the otherwise glamorous look.
Ananya kept her accessories elegant, choosing a delicate pearl necklace, statement earrings and rings to complement the sparkling outfit. Her long, voluminous brown hair was left open in soft waves, while her makeup featured defined eyes, a glowing base and a nude lip shade. The overall styling allowed the outfit to remain the centre of attention.
However, the biggest highlight was undoubtedly the nostalgic connection. Rani Mukerji’s appearance in Shava Shava remains one of the memorable fashion moments from Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham. Ananya’s recreation brought back that same festive Bollywood charm while adding her own youthful touch.
On the professional front, Ananya has impressed audiences with projects such as Kho Gaye Hum Kahan, CTRL, Call Me Bae and Kesari Chapter 2. With this appearance, she proves that sometimes revisiting Bollywood’s iconic fashion moments is all it takes to create a memorable style statement.
