Sobhita Dhulipala wears a handwoven tissue sari by Manish Malhotra, styled by Niharika Aggarwal, that leans into the material’s natural sheen. The gold-toned sari carries a subtle shift in texture as it moves, with the weave catching light differently across the body. Borders are worked with zardozi, creating a visual edge that keeps the sari from reading flat, even in a single metallic palette.
The blouse stays close to a classic silhouette, with a rounded neckline and elbow-length sleeves finished in dense zardozi embroidery. The detailing sits low on the arms, drawing attention outward and balancing the openness of the neckline. On the pallu, a larger floral motif appears in heavier zardozi work, placed deliberately so it reads clearly against the lighter tissue base rather than blending into it.
Jewellery is drawn from Manish Malhotra High Jewellery, led by an emerald and polki choker that sits high on the collarbone. The scale of the choker establishes it as a focal point, while floral stud earrings and a single ring mirror the heirloom energy of the ensemble.
If you’re working with a sari this rich in surface detail, let the blouse and jewellery do the heavy lifting. A clean neckline and a single statement choker will keep the look focused, while softer hair and makeup prevent the gold from feeling overwhelming.
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