'Umrao Jaan' Rekha shut down the red carpet in a gold-dripped anarkali-lehenga

Rekha just reminded us why she’ll forever be the undisputed queen of elegance. At the special screening of Umrao Jaan, she showed up looking like a walking, talking piece of art in a custom Manish Malhotra outfit that was dripping in old-school charm and pure glam.

It wasn’t just a red carpet moment, it was a full-on tribute to the timeless character she played in the iconic film, and honestly, it gave everyone a serious dose of nostalgia.

Her look was all about celebrating Indian craftsmanship. Rekha wore a soft organza chikankari and badla anarkali kurta paired with a gold tissue lehenga, but the real scene-stealer was her Banarasi dupatta. Woven with real gold and silver zari, it shimmered like magic every time she moved.

And of course, she twirled for the cameras because when you’re Rekha, you don’t just pose, you perform.

Her accessories added to the drama in the best way possible. She had mogra flowers tucked into a sleek bun, an antique passa that made her look like royalty, oversized jhumkas, a stack of rings, and that signature golden potli bag. The bold red lipstick and a hint of sindoor? Classic Rekha, timeless and unapologetically herself.

And let’s not forget Manish Malhotra, who’s clearly still head over heels in love with traditional Indian silhouettes, but knows exactly how to make them pop in a modern way. He showed up in a super cool fusion outfit—a black suit that was part tuxedo, part bandhgala, with mismatched buttons and white pants. Trust Manish to bring a little drama of his own to the event.

The evening was packed with familiar faces too. From Aamir Khan and Tabu to Hema Malini and AR Rahman, the screening was basically a mini Bollywood reunion. Everyone came out to celebrate Umrao Jaan—a film that still holds up decades later, largely because of Rekha’s unforgettable performance.In a world where trends come and go, Rekha’s style is a beautiful reminder that grace, tradition, and a little sparkle will never go out of fashion.