It's a gorgeous kaleidoscopic of myriad patterns that took centre stage with Alia Bhatt's stunning sari at the 2024 Joy Awards and Janhvi Kapoor’s vibrant dance costume in the song Daavudi from Devara.
The Ajrakh print's captivating history is inextricably woven into our fabric, tracing back to the Indus Valley between 2500 and 1500 BC.
Testament to cultural resilience and the artistic mastery of resist dyeing techniques, the Ajrakh print can be glimpsed in the relics of the past such as the iconic bust of a king-priest discovered in Mohenjo Daro, depicted wearing a shawl adorned with patterns that are believed to be an early form of Ajrakh (external link).
The colour scheme has been inspired by the cosmos, symbolising different times of the day.
The deep blues capture the vastness of daytime, crimson evokes the warmth of sunset and black represents the mystery of night, with delicate white patterns scattered like stars. Its intricate designs reflect both geometry and the heavens.
IMAGE: Sanya Malhotra complements her slate-grey Ajrakh sari with lovely metallic jewellery.
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IMAGE: Sai Tamhankar gives the traditional Ajrakh a modern twist.
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IMAGE: A closer look at that exquisite print.
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IMAGE: There can be only one song that comes to mind when you see Rashmika Mandanna in this sari... 'Badan pe sitare lapate hue...'.
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IMAGE: Rashmika does justice to the days of painstaking work that has gone into this magnificent creation.
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IMAGE: Like the blazing star she is, Alia Bhatt opts for a fiery red Ajrakh sari.
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IMAGE: It's the shaadi season and Tara Sutaria's Ajrakh lehenga choli is perfect inspiration for brides-to-be.
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IMAGE: Sharvari looks stunning in a traditional multi-panelled lehenga and strappy Ajrakh choli.
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IMAGE: Pranutan Bahl's heavily embroidered Ajrakh sari is something to you can definitely add to your wedding wardrobe.
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