Across a busy week, beauty leaned into full glam, but diffused on the perimeters. There was a clear return to rich, cinematic makeup, whether it was Ananya Panday bringing together traditional elements with modern freshness, Sara Ali Khan’s creamy crimson satin lip or Bhumi Pednekar’s monochromatic dusty-rose makeup. Across the board, we saw uplifted and snatched cheekbones, velvety matte bases and defined eyes taking centre stage once again, especially for evening glamour looks.
Texture played a big role in the standout eye makeup looks, with blended edges, satin finishes and softly diffused shadows replacing ultra-sharp definitions. Even the hairstyles nodded to nostalgia, with retro blowouts, dramatic ponytails and vintage-inspired volume reappearing with a fresher, more relaxed edge. Together, the beauty looks hinted at a return to statement glamour, only this time it felt warmer, more personal and easier to make your own.
Bhumi Pednekar’s look featured a high-volume, retro-inspired hairstyle featuring thick curtain bangs and soft, chocolate-brown waves. Her makeup is centred on a monochromatic rose palette, with a dusty pink eyeshadow blended across the lids and a matching matte mauve-pink lip. The skin is finished with a velvet-matte texture and a generous sweep of rosy blush on the apples of the cheeks.
Shanaya Kapoor opted for a sophisticated, moody aesthetic. Her hair was pulled back into a soft, textured updo with loose, face-framing tendrils that added a romantic touch. The makeup featured a diffused mocha smokey eye and a glossy, nude-brown lip. Her no-makeup-makeup base and minimal use of colour allowed natural, refined skin to remain in focus.
Sara Ali Khan channelled classic Hollywood glamour with a side-parted, voluminous blowout tucked behind one ear. The standout feature was her bold crimson red lip in a creamy satin finish. Her eyes were kept sharp with a clean, black winged cat-eye eyeliner and well-defined, dark brows, while her skin had a seamless, luminous finish with soft peach highlights that caught the light beautifully.
Mrunal Thakur chose an elevated clean girl look with centre-parted, sleek brown waves. Her makeup features a precise, thin flick of black eyeliner and neutral, earthy eyeshadow. She wore a rose-brown lipstick with a soft satin finish. The look focused on fluffy, groomed eyebrows and a natural, skin-like foundation.
Karisma Kapoor’s makeup this week was a masterclass in cool jewel tones, featuring deep plum and charcoal smokey eyeshadow that made her light grey eyes pop. She paired the dramatic eyes with a neutral berry lip stain and lightly contoured cheeks with a fierce, tightly snatched high ponytail that emphasised her features.
Ananya Panday’s look was a blend of traditional and modern elements. Her makeup featured a sharp, black winged liner and a shimmering peachy-champagne eyeshadow. The look was completed with a glossy peach lip, a tiny white bindi and a fresh, dewy base with coral blush. Her hair was styled in a sophisticated braided bun adorned with a striking gold hair accessory, featuring crescent moon and star motifs encrusted with white stones, making the overall beauty look feel festive yet contemporary.
