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Kareena Kapoor Khan flaunts her Kolhapur footwear, takes a dig at luxury brand Prada in new post: 'Sorry not Prada but...'
Luxury brand Prada was under social media scrutiny after the footwear they unveiled at their Spring/Summer 2026 show in Milan was inspired by the Kolhapuri chappals designed by Indian artisans and craftsmen. And the fashion brand failed to give them their due credit. These footwears are primarily designed in the states of Maharashtra and Karnataka.
In their official statement, the brand was quoted saying, 'Prada acknowledges that sandals inspired by traditional Indian footwear made in specific districts in Maharashtra and Karnataka, India, were featured in its Men's 2026 Spring Summer show in Milan.'
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Amid the controversy, Bollywood star Kareena Kapoor took a dig at Prada in her new Instagram story where she flaunted her Kolhapur footwear.
What next for Prada?
Sant Rohidas Leather Industries & Charmakar Development Corporation (LIDCOM), which shares geographical indication (GI) certification for Kolhapuri chappals with Karnataka's LIDKAR, is taking the legal route after the blunder on the brand's part.
Say no to Botox
Shefali Jariwala's untimely death has left the industry and media members shocked. As per reports, the 42-year-old star was taking anti-ageing treatment. After her demise, the debate of whether these drugs should be taken or not heated up on social media.
Amid this, Kareena Kapoor's statement, where she spoke against botox treatment, grabbed eyeballs on social media. 'I am against Botox. I am for natural remedies and self-defence to stay healthy, feel good. Self-defence also means protecting yourself and your talent… because this is my weapon,' said Kareena while talking to Barkha Dutt.
'This means defending myself and my talent, because it is my biggest weapon. Instead of going under the needle and knife, a better way to protect yourself is to take a vacation and spend quality time with your friends and family,' she added.
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