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Time of India
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Cannes 2025: Peacock Royale — South Indian couture takes flight at the prestigious film festival
At the Cannes Film Festival, South Indian heritage met high fashion as Styling by Wow Vastra, the couture label by visionary designer Smrutha Santhosh, made a dazzling debut. Smrutha launched two statement ensembles that captivated the global fashion audience, seamlessly blending Indian tradition with international red-carpet flair. The centrepiece of the collection was an extraordinary peacock-green lehenga saree — a striking fusion of South Indian craftsmanship and contemporary glamour — worn by British Indian singer and actress Rachanaa Jain. Featuring a dramatic six-metre saree train made from ethically sourced peacock feathers, the look paid tribute to divine femininity and cultural legacy. The ensemble was a feat of artisan brilliance, including: ● 240 hours of handwoven Kanchivaram silk ● 250 hours of intricate Aari embroidery with peacock motifs ● 150 hours of precision feather artistry ● Antique temple jewellery engraved with goddess icons 'I didn't want to make just a dress,' Smrutha shares. 'I wanted to tell a story — one that honours our roots and envisions our future.' The second ensemble, a purple Indo-Western skirt and frilled top embellished with crystals, offered a modern silhouette while retaining Indian aesthetics, showcasing her ability to innovate across design boundaries. Beyond the red carpet, her impact is growing in cinema. She is the lead costume designer for Rachanaa Jain's upcoming film, Bling Power , further expanding her influence on global style narratives. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Perú: empieza a generar ingresos con una inversión en BCP CFD. TradeMind Registrarse Undo For her own Cannes appearance, Smrutha wore a modern-draped Kanchivaram Ahimsa silk saree, blending sustainability, heritage, and empowerment in one bold statement. But her mission extends beyond couture. She actively collaborates with women artisans, ensuring not just fair income but a sense of dignity and purpose. Through her personal styling services, she empowers clients to express individuality with confidence and cultural pride. This isn't just a nod to South Indian culture — it's South Indian culture leading the global story.
Pink Villa
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Kannada actress at Cannes Film Festival 2025: Disha Madan wears Kanchivaram saree on red carpet
The Cannes Film Festival 2025 is in full swing, with several global icons making stylish appearances on the red carpet. While many celebrities turned heads at the event, one actress from the Kannada film industry managed to steal the spotlight. If you're wondering who we are talking about, it's none other than Disha Madan. She made her Cannes debut this year and truly served her best look. Taking to Instagram, Disha Madan shared her excitement about making her Cannes red carpet debut. She revealed wearing a pure zari Kanchivaram saree, handwoven by master artisans near Chettinad for over 400 hours. For her, the outfit went beyond fashion as it symbolized the revival of a nearly lost art form. The saree's design was inspired by a sepia-toned photo from a 1950s Chettinad wedding. The saree was dyed in sacred vermilion red and adorned with gold peacock motifs, placed in a deliberate, rhythmic pattern reminiscent of temple friezes. Disha highlighted that it had no borders or contrasts—just a continuous flow of silk and gold. She paired it with a custom corset blouse, hand-embroidered by four artisans for over 250 hours, using micro-zari, zardosi, and beadwork. "This is MY MOMENT! Gracing the Cannes red carpet in a pure zari Kanchivaram saree — handwoven over 400 hours by master artisans near Chettinad — this ensemble is more than couture. It is a revival of beauty almost lost to time," she wrote. Take a look at the post below: Disha Madan is a Kannada actress and popular social media influencer, best known for her work in television and films. She gained early recognition by winning the first season of Dancing Star in 2014. Disha also portrayed Vachana in the serial Kulavadhu before stepping away to support her father's business. Her screen appearances include the web series Humble Politician Nograj sequel. Disha is married to Shashank Gopal Vasuki and is a mother to two children, Vian and Avira.
