Amid separation rumours with Abhishek Bachchan, Aishwarya Rai provides yet another featherinher cap. Her iconic lehenga from Ashutosh Gowariker’s 2008 epic Jodhaa Akbar has discovered a brand new residence. And it’s the prestigious Academy Musuem.
On Tuesday, The Academy introduced that the marriage lehenga Aishwarya wore within the film when Jodha was getting married to Abkar, might be a part of an exhibition for the Academy Museum in an Instagram publish.
“A lehenga match for a queen,” they wrote, sharing a montage of the film.
“Designed for the silver display screen. In JODHA AKBAR (2008), Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s pink marriage ceremony lehenga is a feast for the eyes: vibrant zardozi embroidery, centuries-old craftsmanship, and a hidden gem-quite actually. Look carefully and you will spot a peacock, India’s nationwide chook, made totally of jewels,” the publish continued.
The Academy additionally credited clothier Neeta Lulla, who labored tirelessly to craft the oeuvre d’artwork.
Appreciating her work, the publish additional learn, “Neeta Lulla did not design a dressing up; she crafted a legacy. Step into historical past (and shade) on the Academy Museum’s COLOR IN MOTION exhibition.”
Try the publish right here:
Followers have been overjoyed to see such international recognition for the star and crammed the feedback part with love and congratulatory messages.
One web person wrote, “Having being born within the west, Aishwarya Rai Bachan at all times made me really feel happy with my South Heritage, and for that I will be perpetually grateful!” whereas one other wrote, “Glad to see the Academy recognise and admire excellence. Actually joyful to see this being featured on the Academy museum,” and one other wrote, “Superb artistry of India’s craftsmen and ladies who’re extremely gifted! The designs of the jewelry, textiles are breathtaking and there’s no comparability all over the world! So exhilarating.”
Being the primary Indian outfit to get featured in The Academy Museum is a big feat.
In an interview with The Print, Neeta Lulla, reacting to the announcement, mentioned, “Digital platforms deserve credit score for bringing renewed consideration to the work completed earlier than the digital period.”
“Indian craftsmanship has lengthy been appreciated. Worldwide designers have at all times sourced embroideries and silk materials from India. The shortage of recognition earlier wasn’t because of the high quality however the absence of social media to amplify it. Now, it is heartening to see even Gen Z proudly celebrating Indian craftsmanship,” she additional added.
Jodhaa Akbar featured Hrithik Roshan as Emperor Akbar and Aishwarya Rai as Queen Jodha. The movie earned a number of acclaim not just for its beautiful costumes and compelling performances, but additionally for A. R. Rahman’s soulful music.
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