Aishwarya Rai’s famous red wedding lehenga from the 2008 film Jodha Akbar will be showcased in the Academy Museum’s Color in Motion exhibition. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced this special feature through a video clip from the film, highlighting the exquisite craftsmanship of the lehenga. The Academy’s social media shared a sneak peek, calling the lehenga a “feast for the eyes” with its vibrant zardozi embroidery and hidden jewel-encrusted peacock design.
A Masterpiece by Neeta Lulla
The lehenga, designed by Neeta Lulla, is praised not just as a costume but as a legacy of intricate artistry and cultural heritage. The Academy’s post emphasizes the centuries-old craftsmanship behind the piece, calling it a “costume that crafted a legacy,” and encourages visitors to experience it at the museum. The exhibition will allow viewers to see the lehenga as it is now, displayed on a mannequin.
Academy Museum’s Color in Motion Exhibition
Jodha Akbar’s wedding scene features Aishwarya Rai in the iconic red lehenga, which has now found a permanent place in cinematic history. The Academy Museum’s Color in Motion exhibition celebrates vibrant costumes from iconic films, and Aishwarya’s costume is now part of that prestigious collection.
Fan Reactions to Aishwarya’s Feature
Fans of Aishwarya Rai expressed excitement over her inclusion in the Academy’s social media spotlight. Many praised the recognition of Jodha Akbar, with some fans pointing out that the clip shared by the Academy wasn’t from the actual scene featuring the lehenga but from the royal feast scene where Aishwarya wore a different outfit.
Previous Bollywood Highlights by the Academy
The Academy’s social media has also showcased clips from other Bollywood films, including Bajirao Mastani, Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, and Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, featuring stars like Deepika Padukone and Shah Rukh Khan.
