Gen-Z’s style set delivered a masterclass in modern-meets-traditional glamour at last night’s Zee Cine Awards (17 May 2025). Stepping onto the red carpet draped in six yards of elegance, Ananya Panday, Rasha Thadani and Shanaya Kapoor proved that the saree remains Bollywood’s most powerful fashion flex.

Ananya Panday chose an ivory-white organza saree trimmed with delicate gold lace, its pallu flowing into a subtle train that injected just enough drama. She kept jewellery minimal with a single pearl-and-diamond choker, her hair in a loose twisted bun and makeup soft and rosy. The monochrome palette let the fabric’s sheen speak while the train added couture flair, earning widespread praise online for its quiet-luxury vibe

Rasha Thadani opted for a beige-and-mint net saree embroidered with tonal sequins. A crystal-studded sleeveless blouse amped up the shine, while delicate drop earrings and open waves framed her face to give a pastel, almost bridal glow. The unusual mint-on-beige palette and airy net fabric created gentle movement that caught every camera flash.

Shanaya Kapoor went all-out glam in a silver sequinned saree paired with a matching backless blouse. The drape hugged her silhouette before spilling into a liquid-metal cascade. She balanced the high-octane sparkle with sleek centre-parted hair, diamond studs and barely-there makeup, achieving a futuristic-disco take on classic couture.

Within minutes of their arrivals, #AnanyaInIvory trended on X, collecting the night’s highest engagement. Polls run by fashion pages showed over 60 percent of votes in her favour, crowning Ananya the unofficial style queen of the evening.

For those looking to translate the red-carpet magic at home: ivory-and-gold pairings offer understated grace, pastel nets bring soft romance, and a touch of silver sequins can inject instant party energy. Last night’s showdown confirmed that the saree’s versatility speaks to minimalists, romantics and maximalists alike—and, this time, less-is-more elegance won the internet.