Showstopper Shriya Saran Doesn’t Walk But Dances Kathak

NEW DELHI, (ANI) – South Indian actress Shriya Saran made hearts stop at Lakme Fashion Week 2024, in partnership with FDCI, as she turned showstopper for designer Payal Singhal on October 12.

Shriya walked for the designer’s 25-year celebratory showcase, ‘Tazhib’, which draws inspiration from the Arabic art of gilding.

However, instead of the usual walk, Shriya made a grand appearance, dressed in a stunning ivory and gold anarkali, and performed a graceful Kathak dance, inspired by ‘Umrao Jaan’, to the tune of “In Aankhon Ki Masti.”

Shriya shared her excitement about the performance, saying, “When Payal said she’s celebrating her 25 years, I’m like, wow, I have to be part of it. Then she said she wanted me to dance. I was excited because I’ve learned dance in Delhi… and after that, I’m learning in Bombay. And when I was pregnant, I was learning dance. So, dance is a very important part of my life. Today I performed on a sargam, which we made very modern with ‘In Aankhon Ki Masti.’ So, it was interesting to do something different.”

When asked about her everyday style, Shriya laughed and said, “I am super lazy for everyday looks. It’s the same white shirt and the same shorts that I wear every day or the same white kurta. So much so that my mom or my didi at home must hide it so I don’t find it. And even then, I go for the same one. Even if it’s worn out, I still wear the same white shirt. Thank you so much.”

The event also featured a powerful performance by American YouTuber and singer  Vidya Vox.