It’s lights, cameras and lots of hugging. While everyone wants to look their best, nobody wants to look like cake by the second round of mithai. This year, let your skin look like skin and do one thing that stands out from the rest. From Mrunal Thakur's sharp wing to Rakul Preet Singh's peachy glow, here are easy Diwali 2026 makeup looks that suit Indian skin tones and festive outfits.

Diwali 2026 Celebrity Inspired Makeup

Try these 7 celebrity-inspired looks, from copper shimmer eyes to soft red lips, with simple tips for each to stand out at every Diwali Party.

1. Priyanka Chopra's Rosy Flush And Soft Mauve Lips

Priyanka's maroon look is bridal-pretty without being heavy. The skin is bright, the cheeks have a warm flush, the eyes are softly defined and the lips are a muted mauve-brown. A gajra on a sleek bun does the rest.

How to get the look: All you need to do is, tap cream blush high on the cheeks and blend it towards the temples. Fill your lips with a dusty rose shade and blend it in with your finger. Trust me, this one looks great with deep reds and maroons.

2. Tara Sutaria's Bronzed Glow With A Sleek Bun

Tara's look has warm, lit-from-within skin, brown-lined eyes and a rosy nude lip. A neat centre-parted bun with a gajra keeps it classy.

How to get the look: This one looks tough but it is pretty simple. Skip the heavy foundation. Tap a cream bronzer along your cheekbones and keep powder only for the T-zone. It works well on wheatish and deep skin tones because the warmth matches your undertone. Ivory and gold sarees look lovely with it.

3. Janhvi Kapoor's Rosy Copper Shimmer Eyes

Wearing sequins? If you are someone who loves glam, this one is for you. Janhvi's look has pinky-copper shimmer on the lids, a neat wing and glossy coral lips.

How to get the look: Press a cream shimmer shadow on with your ring finger, only on the lid and not up to the brow. A dot of concealer underneath stops creasing. Honestly, that one step keeps the shimmer going all evening. Copper and rose suit medium to deep skin, and the eyes do the talking.

4. Mrunal Thakur's Sharp Wing And Glowy Skin

Mrunal's Diwali edition look is clean and graphic. A sharp black wing, polished skin, a brown-nude lip and a sleek bun. It is a favourite for anyone who loves a bold eye but hates fuss.

How to get the look: Draw the wing in tiny dashes, following the angle of your lower lash line towards the tip of your brow, then join them. Rest your elbow on a table if your hand shakes, trust me this actually helps. Since the face stays neat, big gold jhumkas and black-and-gold outfits look sharp with it.

5. Aditi Rao Hydari's Red Lips With Minimal Eyes

A red kurta, a tiny bindi and a soft red lip. Aditi's look proves you do not need a lot of makeup for a festive evening.

How to get the look: This classic look is most suited for festivals and events. Keep your eyes simple with some kajal and mascara. Line your lips first and blot them with a tissue and reapply for long lasting

6. Rakul Preet Singh's Peachy Glow For A Bright Saree

Rakul's yellow saree look is warm and happy. Glowy skin, a peachy-nude lip, soft brown eyes, a small bindi and loose waves with a half-up twist.

How to get the look: Go for a peach cream blush and a lip shade close to your natural colour, so the busy blouse and gold jhumkas get the attention. Brown eyeliner instead of black keeps things soft. It is a good pick for the morning puja and works best on bright, colourful outfits.

7. Sara Arjun's Soft Dewy Glam

Not every Diwali plan needs full glam. For a family lunch, Sara's look is perfect. Fresh skin, defined brows, a peachy-nude lip and a little flush on the cheeks.

How to get the look: Mix a drop of serum into a skin tint, dab on cream blush and brush your brows upwards. Highlighter goes only on the high points of the cheeks. A quick facial mist at the end removes any powdery look.

This Is How You Can Pick The Right Diwali Makeup Look For You

Celebrity Look

Best For

Goes With

Priyanka's Rosy Flush

Night party

Maroon, deep red outfits

Tara's Bronzed Glow

Day functions

Ivory, gold sarees

Janhvi's Copper Shimmer

Glam party

Sequin outfits

Mrunal's Sharp Wing

Clean festive look

Black & gold outfits

Aditi's Red Lips

Minimal look

Red kurta, simple suits

Rakul's Peachy Glow

Morning puja

Bright yellow, colourful sarees

Sara's Dewy Glam

Family lunch

Any light festive wear

Start with the clothes you are wearing and do keep the print and the colour of your outfit in mind when deciding the makeup. If you’re wearing sparkly clothes then keep the eyes simple or go for shimmer too. Very embroidered clothing needs simple lips or eyes, let one feature be the focal point.

Try out the look a day or two before and see what looks best on you.

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