Soul sisters: Kajol and Rani Mukerji kickstart North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja festivities in minimalist saris

Two of the finest actresses in Indian film indusrty—Kajol and Rani Mukerji —always bring a refreshing and fashionable touch to the Durga Puja celebrations in Mumbai. As Bengalis with deep-rooted heritage from the land and classic style, the two actresses have been conducting the North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja for years. This year, the pandal has been shifted to a spot near SNDT Women's University in Juhu, but the lovely duo remain unfazed by the change and put their most stylish yet minimalist foot forward.Have a look!
Kajol and Rani, with their perfect style sense, do not just get the age-old rituals of Durga Puja in place; they set a style statement. Every year, the actresses and their family members go all out, dressing in Bengali attire laced with both vintage charm and modern swag. The bastion of the celebration comprises bright colours, intricate embroidery, and deluxe fabrics consisting of saris, lehenga cholis, salwar suits, and in most cases, the designs are courtesy the biggest Indian designers.

This year, the pandal promises to be an extension of their fashion-forward ethos, with an elevated aesthetic that really combines tradition with modern sensibilities. The promise is more grandeur settings, with even more grandiose scenery with ethnic ensembles to complement their settings - one that so effortlessly blends cultural heritage with the glamour and elegance of Mumbai's high-society elite.
For several years now, the North Bombay Durga Puja was being organised at the Tulip Star Hotel (formerly Centaur Hotel), providing an excellent backdrop for the grand celebration. Long associated with elegance, grace, and glamour, much like the actresses themselves, the venue hasn't changed despite the new location - the celebrations promise to maintain the same luxurious and chic vibe, but provide the escalating crowd of devotees and fashion enthusiasts with a more accessible yet very vibrant experience.
On Day 1 of the festivities, Rani opted for a blue, printed silk sari while Kajol looked lovely in a yellow sari . Both the beauties proved that less is more is the mantra of dressing up this season. They finished off the look with minimal makeup.

Durga Puja in Mumbai is not only a religious celebration but also an exhibition of how ethnic fashion is nailed. With the A-listers Kajol and Rani at the helm, the pandal turned into a runway for minimal ethnic fashion, where every outfit spoke for itself as a symbol of timelessness. From the Kolkata-inspired saris to and designer blouses, the celebration was all about the gracious beauty of the goddess as much as it was the glamorous, rich culture of Bengal's fashion.