Sonakshi Sinha recently brought traditional glamour to her latest appearance in Mumbai, stepping out in a striking red saree and giving photographers a glimpse of her elegant look. The actress later shared pictures of the outfit on Instagram, revealing that the saree had been gifted to her by her friend and Double XL co-star Huma Qureshi.
What made the appearance particularly personal was Sonakshi’s revelation that she had not worn a saree since her wedding to Zaheer Iqbal in June 2024.
Sonakshi Sinha Returns to Saree After Her Wedding
Sonakshi shared a series of photographs in which she posed in the red saree at her home. Reflecting on the occasion, the actress wrote that it had been a long time since she had worn the traditional outfit.
“The last time i wore a saree was when i got married… felt nice wearing one after so long,” she wrote in her Instagram caption.
The actress’ latest look featured a rich red saree styled with coordinating traditional jewellery. She paired the outfit with bangles and earrings, while her hair was pulled into a neat bun decorated with gajra.
Sonakshi also completed the look with a mangalsutra and sindoor, giving the overall appearance a distinctly traditional touch.
Huma Qureshi Gifted Sonakshi the Saree
The saree came with a special connection for Sonakshi. According to her Instagram post, it was sent to her by Huma Qureshi from her fashion brand LiveFree.
Tagging both Huma and the brand, Sonakshi wrote, “@iamhumaq sent me this from her new brand @livefreefall… its stunning!!!”
The two actresses have shared the screen in Double XL, and their friendship has continued beyond their professional collaboration.
Sonakshi’s post also included a playful question for her followers. She hinted that the saree look could feature in a video on her YouTube channel and asked fans whether they would like to see the complete look there.
A Traditional Look With a Personal Touch
The actress’ styling kept the focus firmly on the saree. The red drape was paired with traditional accessories, while the gajra-adorned bun added a classic Indian touch.
Sonakshi was photographed posing on her balcony in several different ways, giving fans a closer look at the outfit and jewellery.
Her decision to highlight the saree on social media also turned the appearance into more than just a celebrity spotting. By connecting the outfit to the last saree she wore on her wedding day, Sonakshi gave the fashion moment a personal context.
Sonakshi’s Wedding Sarees Were Also Rooted in Tradition
Sonakshi’s latest red saree comes more than two years after her wedding celebrations with Zaheer Iqbal, where traditional Indian clothing played an important role.
For her wedding ceremony on June 23, 2024, Sonakshi wore an ivory Chikankari saree that had belonged to her mother, Poonam Sinha. According to details shared around the wedding, the saree was around 44 years old and featured delicate hand-embroidered Chikankari work on pure silk georgette.
The choice carried a strong family connection, with Sonakshi opting to wear her mother’s saree for the intimate ceremony in Mumbai.
For the wedding reception, she changed into a vibrant crimson-red Banarasi silk saree from Raw Mango, the label founded by designer Sanjay Garg. The saree, known as the “Chand Buta,” was crafted from Katan silk and featured gold motifs and a zari border.
She accessorised that bridal look with an emerald-and-gold choker, jhumkas and traditional red chura bangles.
Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal’s Wedding
Sonakshi and Zaheer tied the knot in Mumbai on June 23, 2024, after being in a relationship for several years.
Their wedding was an intimate ceremony attended by family and close friends. The actress’ choice of her mother’s saree for the ceremony became one of the notable elements of her wedding style.
Her latest appearance therefore brings her back to a familiar fashion territory, although this time the red saree has a different story behind it — a gift from Huma Qureshi and an outfit Sonakshi chose to wear after a long break from the traditional silhouette.
With her Instagram post, Sonakshi also showed how a classic saree can be styled in a contemporary celebrity fashion setting while retaining its traditional character.
