From Alia to Kareena: 7 Bollywood Diwali Outfits That Double As Perfect Wedding Guest Inspiration

Diwali 2026 is over, but the fashion inspiration from Bollywood is still shining bright. This year, our favourite actresses gave us some of the most stunning festive looks, and the best part is, you don't need to wait for next Diwali to wear them again. So if you are confused about what to wear to the next wedding, take notes from Bollywood stars like Alia Bhatt and Kareena Kapoor.

Bollywood Diwali Outfits That Are Perfect Wedding Guest Inspiration

Here are 7 Bollywood Diwali outfits from Alia to Kareena that double as perfect wedding guest inspiration.

1. Alia Bhatt In Pista-Green Lehenga

Alia Bhatt stunned in a beautiful pista green lehenga, paired with a cape. She exuded radiance in a matching structured bralette-style choli with a plunging neckline, paired with a matching lehenga skirt adorned with delicate, shimmering vertical stripes. The cape has an organza fabric featuring intricate metallic embroidery along the borders. 

 

 

 

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2. Kareena Kapoor's Royal Charm In Pure Chandi Kaftan

Kareena Kapoor wore a beautiful, pure chandi kaftan and turban by Punit Balana, accessorised with a 200-year-old kalgi from the Nawab of Bhopal and the Begum of Bhopal’s 30-carat emerald, carved with Ayat-ul- Kursi. Meanwhile, the jewellery came through Saif’s family: his grandmother, Sajida Sultan, was the daughter of the last ruling Nawab of Bhopal. 

 

 

 

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3. Katrina Kaif In Anamika Khanna's Yellow Suit

Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal unveiled the face of their son, Vihaan, on Diwali 2026, and fans couldn't keep calm. The actress wore a beautiful yellow suit by Anamika Khanna, featuring a golden embroidery border across the edge.  

 

 

 

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4. Ananya Panday in Kantha-Embroidered Lehnga By Arpita Mehta

Ananya Panday went all out for Diwali in a beautiful red Kantha-embroidered skirt, paired with a statement tasselled mirror choli and micro dupatta, by Arpita Mehta. She paired the lehenga with heavy jewellery, featuring a maangtika and chain earrings. 

 

 

 

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5. Kangana Ranaut In Banarasi Print Lehenga 

Kangana Ranaut looked absolutely beautiful in a Banarasi-inspired traditional lehenga, which is not only royal but also timeless. The lehenga features deep red, rust and maroon colour in blend with cream-coloured printed motifs, paired with similar blouse and a heavy dupatta. Kangana paired the lehenga with heavy embellished traditional gold jewellery, featuring a heavy necklace, maangtika and jhumkaas. The necklace features intricate detailing with a multi-layered appearance.

 

 

 

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6. Janhvi Kapoor In Manish Malhotra's Animal Print Lehenga

For Manish Malhotra's Diwali party, Janhvi Kapoor made heads turn in an animal-print lehenga. It featured golden and black stripes and a fit-and-flare mermaid skirt, resembling a leopard pattern, and was paired it with a bralette blouse with a scooped neckline. She kept her hair centre-parted and straight and accessorised it with gold earrings. 

 

 

 

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7. Sharvari In Lemon Green Organza Saree 

Sharvari dazzled in lemon-green organza saree and a blush-pink blouse. She styled the stunning saree with diamond earrings, a matching mang tika, rings, and striking yet light makeup.

 

 

 

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Whether you are attending a sangeet, mehendi, reception, or a friend's wedding, you can easily recreate these looks and become the best-dressed guest.
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