Get The Look: Naina's Iconic Blue Lehenga From 'Kal Ho Naa Ho'

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Jan 4, 2025
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    One such thing is the fashion of Kal Ho Naa Ho. Aman’s orange cargos in ‘Pretty Woman’, Rohit’s red tie, Naina’s red dress with denim jacket are as iconic as it gets. The movie’s fashion was stunning, and we loved Naina’s style in particular. Her effortlessly chic outfits paired with her favourite accessories—rectangular glasses and an MBA book—are forever etched in our memories.

    One of the most iconic looks from the movie is Naina’s blue Manish Malhotra lehenga from the song 'Maahi Ve'. As Kal Ho Naa Ho completes 21 years, we are here to show you how you can recreate the look today.

    Image credit: IMDB

    Naina went for a blue embellished tulle lehenga with a nude base, you can 2024-fy it a little and go for this Masaba lehenga.

    Just like Naina, you can add to your look a pop of colour with some emerald jewellery.

    Necklace, Amaris Jewels ()
    Maangtikka, KAJ Fine Jewellery ()

    We suggest recreating this look the first chance you get because you never know—Kal Ho Naa Ho!

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