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The Kapoor family has long been synonymous with turning every celebration into a fashion party. Whether it’s Sonam Kapoor’s can-never-go-wrong couture choices, Janhvi Kapoor’s glamorous festive wardrobe or Khushi Kapoor’s youthful take on occasion dressing, the family rarely misses a style beat.
As Anshula Kapoor and Rohan Thakkar’s wedding festivities gathered momentum, social media was captivated by the bride’s beautiful pre-wedding wardrobe. But there was also one man quietly stealing the spotlight —Arjun Kapoor.
Without chasing theatrics or dressing louder than the occasion demands, Arjun has emerged as the unexpected style reference for every dulhan ka bhai, groomsman and well-dressed wedding guest this season. His wardrobe isn’t about over-accessorising or piling on embroidery. Instead, it demonstrates how good tailoring, rich textiles and restrained styling can make a far stronger statement.
For someone with a tall, broad frame, Arjun’s ethnic style feels particularly refreshing. Men with similar body types often fall into the trap of oversized kurtas or heavily embellished sherwanis that add unnecessary bulk. Arjun’s wardrobe avoids both extremes. The silhouettes skim the body rather than cling to it, the fabrics retain structure without appearing stiff, and the colour palette is a mix of sophisticated and unpredictable pop of colours. It also helps that stylists Rahul Vijay, Chandani Mehta and Eka Lakhani have, over the years, developed a fashion language for him that feels authentic instead of forced.
His latest appearance for Anshula’s mehendi perfectly summed up what understated yet thoughtful dressing looks like. Wearing a muted green kurta by Jigya Patel featuring delicate bandhej-inspired motifs, the Ishaqzaade actor kept the styling clean with classic white trousers and camel suede mojaris.
The look was festive without screaming for attention, making it exactly the kind of ensemble most men would actually wear beyond a celebrity wedding. The restrained print added visual interest while the earthy footwear softened the overall palette, proving that subtle styling choices often have the biggest impact.
For the Mata Ki Chowki and the main wedding, he pivoted towards something richer without abandoning his understated approach. For the wedding he wore a red sherwani with statement buttons and for the other pre-wedding function he opted for another red Heena Kochhar ensemble.
His Mata Ki Chowki outfit reimagined traditional Ajrakh through deep maroons and indigo blues, elevated with intricate gota and aari embroidery. Instead of letting the craftsmanship overpower the outfit, it was balanced with straight ivory trousers, suede slip-ons from Sko Store and a maroon Chanderi odhana elevating the look.
That said, this isn’t a one-off winning streak either. Arjun has quietly built one of the most consistent ethnic wardrobes among Bollywood’s leading men over the last few festive seasons.
Take the olive-mehendi button-down kurta from Tarun Tahiliani that he wore during last year’s Diwali celebrations. Designed to resemble a sherwani but crafted in a lighter, more breathable fabric, it addressed one of the biggest concerns for Indian men—looking dressed up without overheating. The styling remained meticulous here as well. A delicate crescent pendant from Golecha Jewels added personality without distracting from the outfit, while black trousers and classic closed-toe ethnic footwear kept the proportions clean.
Equally noteworthy was his appearance at Manish Malhotra’s Diwali party, where he demonstrated that festive dressing doesn’t always need vibrant colours. His monochromatic black ensemble, featuring a subtly shimmering kurta with a structured collar and front-button detailing, was perfect for wedding guests seeking wedding style inspiration. Black trousers, polished Oxford shoes and a pair of vintage-inspired sunglasses transformed what could have been a simple outfit into one of the evening’s smartest looks. It’s exactly the kind of styling that members of the groom’s squad can confidently borrow without worrying about outstaging the groom.
Another underrated ethnic moment came during Anshula Kapoor and Rohan Thakkar’s roka ceremony last year. In a deep jamun-hued kurta by Kunal Rawal, Arjun once again proved the value of unconventional colour choices. Rich jewel tones often photograph beautifully while offering a welcome departure from the predictable creams, ivories and pastel shades that dominate most wedding wardrobes. Styled with black trousers and Chelsea boots, the outfit felt modern and masculine.
What makes Arjun Kapoor’s festive wardrobe so compelling isn’t that every look comes from celebrated Indian designers. It’s the consistency with which each outfit feels wearable. There’s a clear understanding of proportion, colour and occasion.
In a wedding season dominated by maximalism, mirror work and sheer silhouettes, Arjun Kapoor offers a realistic blueprint for occasion dressing. Whether you’re the bride’s brother, the groom’s closest friend or simply attending a string of celebrations this year, his wardrobe is all that you need to cop.