Nita Ambani to Priyanka Chopra Jonas: Tales of 5 Superwoman Wrapped in Six Yards
Numerous influential women worldwide, spanning politics, business, entertainment, and activism, have chosen to wear sarees on various occasions. Notable figures include the likes of Indira Gandhi, Oprah Winfrey, Kamala Harris, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Shabana Azmi, Nita Ambani, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, and more. These women, celebrated for their achievements, have embraced the saree not only as a traditional garment but also as a symbol of cultural pride, grace, and individuality.
Not just that a saree holds a profound significance, almost akin to a spiritual connection. In numerous temples, devotees offer sarees to goddesses, considering them auspicious garments to be worn on special occasions. Goddesses such as Kali and Bhairavi emanate a power beyond ordinary comprehension, and remarkably, this energy is shared with us through their saree-clad appearance. Draped in meticulously pleated and precisely worn sarees, even today, women emerge triumphant. Witnessing women dance, charm, and even perform somersaults in this exquisite garment adds to its mesmerizing charm.
The coming of International Women’s Day helps to embolden us to keep on meeting success in life without having any pressure and fear. There are a ton of women who hold a special place in my heart and I guess in most of your minds. Let me share their history and how they hold the integrity of the saree and India’s diversity through their appearance.