Sep 16: Alia Bhatt brought a contemporary edge to traditional Indian jewellery at the Ambani family’s Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations at Antilia, Mumbai, wearing Apala by Sumit’s Maharaja Elephant Chandbalis.
For the festive evening, Alia chose the statement Maharaja Elephant Chandbali earrings by Apala by Sumit, pairing their regal craftsmanship with her effortless, understated style.
Inspired by India’s royal heritage, the earrings feature sculpted elephant motifs, intricate pipal patti detailing, luminous quartz polki and delicate pink tourmalines. The crescent silhouette gives the traditional chandbali a fresh, contemporary character while retaining its old-world grandeur.
The elephant motifs symbolise strength, prosperity and royalty, while the intricate detailing reflects Apala by Sumit’s signature approach of reinterpreting India’s rich artistic heritage through a modern lens.
Alia’s styling brings the piece firmly into the present, proving that heritage jewellery need not be reserved for traditional dressing. At one of Mumbai’s most anticipated festive celebrations, her Apala by Sumit chandbalis made a quietly striking statement — regal, rooted and unmistakably modern.
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