Alia Bhatt elevates classic silk saree with modern draping for best friend Akansha Ranjan Kapoor's wedding festivities

Actor Akansha Ranjan Kapoor and her filmmaker boyfriend, Sharan Sharma, kicked off their wedding festivities last night in Mumbai. The affair was attended by close friends and family, including Bollywood stars like Alia Bhatt, Janhvi Kapoor, Vaani Kapoor, Arjun Kapoor, and others.Also Read | Priyanka Chopra serves chic courtside fashion at Wimbledon in a cream summer dress and bandana. PicsOn July 10, Alia Bhatt arrived at the venue to celebrate her best friend, Akansha Ranjan Kapoor, as she begins a new chapter in her life. For the occasion, Alia wore a stunning purple statement saree that combines the traditional six-yard silhouette with a modern draping aesthetic, making it perfect for a wedding guest. Let's break down Alia's styling:The statement sareeAlia's love for the saree is quite evident in her red carpet appearances or the multiple events she attends for movie schedules and otherwise. The actor loves the traditional silhouette and is often seen slaying the look with perfection. She also carries the statement saree well, often modernised by designers to fit the new-age Indian woman. This time, instead of a pre-draped statement saree, Alia chose a classic silk saree and, instead of draping it traditionally, elevated her look with chic draping. She wore a purple drape, embroidered in silver brocade with stunning floral patterns. For draping, she neatly pinned the pleats on the front and for her pallu, instead of draping it traditionally on her shoulder, she draped the pleats on her arm like a shawl.The detailsThis draping style fully showcased the stylish blouse Alia wore with the silk saree. The strapless silk number also comes in a deep purple shade. It features a plunging sweetheart neckline, a fitted bodice, a cropped silhouette, and a cut-out in the middle, joined together with embellished stitches.Alia styled the traditional yet modern look with an embroidered purple potli bag decked with zardozi work. Peep-toe wedge heels, diamond-encrusted choker necklace, matching statement rings, and stunning diamond earrings rounded off the accessories. For her hair, Alia chose to slick it back into a neat, twisted bun, complemented with minimal glam and a glossy pink lip shade.About the weddingMeanwhile, according to reports, Akansha and Sharan will get married on July 11, followed by a wedding reception on July 12. The reception will take place in the JW Marriott and will be hosted by the boy’s side. The hush-hush wedding is being planned so that no printed invitation cards have been issued. The couple wants to keep the celebrations a completely private affair, celebrating in the presence of family and close friends only.