Bollywood actor Kriti Sanon has shared a heartfelt note of gratitude for ace designer Manish Malhotra, thanking him for styling her entire family for her sister Nupur Sanon’s Hindu wedding to singer Stebin Ben. The emotional post, shared on social media, offered a glimpse into the warmth and personal touches behind the designer’s involvement in the intimate family celebration.
Taking to Instagram, Kriti posted a series of pictures from the wedding festivities and dedicated a special message to Malhotra, calling him not just a designer but a close friend who made their special day even more meaningful.
“You Dressed My Whole Family With So Much Love”
In her note, Kriti praised Manish Malhotra for thoughtfully customising outfits for every family member, ensuring comfort, joy, and emotional connection along with aesthetic elegance.
“Special post for a special friend @manishmalhotra05!!! Thank you for dressing up my whole family so beautifully for the Hindu wedding,” Kriti wrote.
“You customised everyone’s look with so much love, warmth and blessings, making sure everyone was happy and comfortable — from the vision of the bride, to even my parents, who were elated to wear a Manish Malhotra outfit for the first time.”
She added that the happiness reflected on everyone’s faces said more than words ever could, ending the note by expressing love and admiration for the designer’s generosity and big-hearted nature.
A Wedding Steeped in Emotion and Tradition
The note comes amid ongoing posts from the Udaipur wedding celebrations, where Nupur Sanon and Stebin Ben tied the knot in a ceremony rich with traditional Hindu rituals. The Hindu wedding followed an earlier Christian ceremony, reflecting the couple’s personal values and cultural blend.
The destination wedding, which concluded around January 11, 2026, was marked by close-knit celebrations, emotional moments, and carefully curated details — from décor to couture — making it a deeply personal affair rather than a grand celebrity spectacle.
Kriti Welcomes a “Friend for Life” Into the Family
Alongside her appreciation for Manish Malhotra, Kriti also shared her affection for her new brother-in-law, Stebin Ben. She reflected on how their relationship evolved over the past five years, writing that she didn’t just gain a sibling through the wedding but also “a friend for life.”
Her words struck a chord with fans, who praised the actor for keeping the celebrations intimate, emotional, and family-focused despite her star stature.
Manish Malhotra’s Enduring Bond With Bollywood Families
Manish Malhotra’s involvement in the Sanon family wedding once again highlighted his long-standing reputation for creating emotion-driven couture rather than just fashion statements. Known for his deep personal bonds with actors and their families, Malhotra has often been credited with bringing warmth, individuality, and cultural sensitivity to wedding ensembles.
For Kriti and her family, his role went far beyond styling — it became part of the emotional memory of the wedding itself.
