Manish Malhotra’s Fashion Secrets from ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’
Manish Malhotra's costume revelations for Kuch Kuch Hota Hai on its 25th anniversary - London shopping, carpet inspiration, and mom's mangal sutra. Bollywood fashion secrets revealed!
From Carpet-Inspired Lehenga to Mom’s Mangalsutra; Manish Malhotra spilt all the fashionable tea about the iconic movie Kuch Kuch Hota Hai
On the 25th anniversary of the beloved Bollywood film, ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai,’ famous designer Manish Malhotra took to Instagram to share exciting insights into the making of this timeless classic. The film, directed by Karan Johar and featuring Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol, and Rani Mukerji, has left a mark on Indian cinema and fashion and in the hearts of audiences.
Shopping in London and Scotland
In his Instagram post, Manish Malhotra reminisces about the excitement of designing costumes for the film’s lead actors. Karan Johar had envisioned a young, vibrant, and sporty look for the characters, which led to shopping trips in London. During fittings with Kajol for her character Anjali, Manish devised a unique idea – keeping the front of sports attire but adding zips to the backs for a better fit.
Kajol’s Lehenga Inspiration
Kajol’s iconic wedding lehenga, a visual spectacle, had an interesting origin. Manish drew inspiration from a Persian carpet he spotted in London. The delicate peach velvet was ready for the wedding look, and the saree concept with a veil was presented to Kajol and Karan, leading to joyful laughter and approval.
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Rani Mukerji’s Glam Transformation
Rani Mukerji, portraying Tina, had a striking transformation. Manish and his team worked meticulously to achieve her glamorous look, including her makeup, costumes, and hairstyle.
An Emotional Touch for Rani’s Character
In a touching revelation, Manish shared that Rani’s character, Anjali, wore her own mother’s mangalsutra during the Scotland schedule. Quick thinking and resourcefulness played a crucial role in making the film’s costumes resonate with emotion and authenticity.
Nostalgic Comments and Fan Tributes
Karan Johar commented on Manish’s post, expressing his love and appreciation for the memories it brought back. Fans, too, recalled how ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’ had influenced fashion and culture, from hairstyles to accessories, and how the film’s impact had shaped their school days.
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Kajol’s nostalgia
As part of the celebrations, Kajol shared a video montage of her transformation into Anjali, capturing the essence of her character even after 25 years.
The timeless appeal of ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’ endures, and Manish Malhotra’s revelations offer a peek into the magic that went into creating this cinematic masterpiece. The film continues to symbolise love, emotion, and enduring memories for fans and the industry alike.
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