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7 Beautiful South Indian Actress-Inspired Looks To Try This Onam 2026

For Onam 2026, you can take inspiration from these fresh, minimal and elegant looks of 7 South Indian actresses. 
Updated:- 2026-08-25, 11:52 IST
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With Onam around the corner, take a cue from these beautiful South Indian actresses. From Kalyani to Keerthi Suresh to Sai Pallavi, these actresses have served elegant traditional looks that blend beautifully with the festive vibe of Onam. 

Onam Inspired Looks By South Indian Actresses 

1.Nayanthara’s Minimal Look

Nayanthara starts with a classic off-white Kasavu saree, with an elegant golden border. A clean elbow length blouse, layered with gold chain, and small jhumkas go perfect with Onam. She ends the look with a neat low bun, and gajra all around it. 

nayanthara

2.Kalyani Priyadarshan’s Modern Tissue Saree Look 

Kalyani shines in a glow tissue silk kasavu saree, with a minimal choker, and bold, red bangles. Her hair is styled in soft waves, with a natural and glowing face. 

kalyani priyadarshan onam look

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3.Keerthy Suresh’s Vibrant Festive Look 

Keerthy Suresh wears a traditional cream cotton saree with handblock prints. She accessories her look with traditional temple work jewellery and simple bangles. She prefers a minimal makeup look, with sleek, straight open hair. 

keerti suresh onam look

4.SamanthaRuth Prabhu’s Understated Chic Look

Samantha wears a simple orange organza or chanderi silk saree, with sheer accent pastel blouse. Her golden jewellery joins the look, a soft updo, and a nude lip. 

samantha look

5.Sai Pallavi’s Traditional Onam Look

Sai Pallavi’s Onam look  features the actress in a white kasavu saree, with golden borders. She matches it with intricate gold jewellery, a mang tikka, and fresh flowers woven in her hair. 

sai pallavi Onam look

6.Ramya Nambeesan’s Statement Look

Ramya styles a traditional off-white kasavu saree, often styled with vibrant coloured blouses, to elevate the festive look. She accentuates her look with South Indian gold jhumkas, traditional necklaces with a minimal traditional styling. 

ramya nambeesan onam look

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7.Miya George’s Classic Look

Miya George typically wears a traditional Kerala kasavu saree, paired with vibrant blouse, minimal jewellery and fresh jasmine flowers in her hair. 

Miya george onam look

Conclusion

South Indian Actresses have the best Onam looks, and you can take inspiration from these looks, style your kasavu sarees like them and turn out your best this Onam. 

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FAQ
What is kasavu saree?
Kasavu saree is a traditional saree worn in Kerala during festivals like Onam.
How does Sai Pallavi style her hair?
Sai Pallavi styles her hair in a bun, and then adds fresh flowers to her hair.
Why is Nayanthara famous for her Onam looks?
Nayanthara is famous for her Onam looks because she styles an elegant saree in the most minimalistic way. 
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