Isha Ambani’s Radha-Krishna Navratri Outfit That Took 2,000 Hours to Create

Ten artisans spent more than 90 days painting Isha Ambani’s Navratri ensemble, which combines Kalamkari, Odisha’s Pattachitra art and detailed embroidery.

Isha Ambani wore a custom Radha-Krishna-inspired outfit at the Ambani family’s pre-Navratri celebration marking the first anniversary of Swadesh, a platform showcasing India’s traditional crafts and artisans. The Devi Shakti event brought together Bollywood celebrities and industry figures dressed in traditional attire.

Created by designer Torani in collaboration with Swadesh, the ensemble drew inspiration from Radha and Krishna’s Raas, the devotional dance associated with the pair.

Ten Artisans Worked for More Than 90 Days

Torani revealed on Instagram that 10 artisans spent more than 90 days painting the outfit, with the overall craft requiring an estimated 2,000-plus hours.

Made from pure silk, the ensemble combined Kalamkari and Odisha’s Pattachitra art, with painted scenes extending across the kali panels, choli and dupatta. Zardozi embroidery, French knots, pearl work, mirrors and tassels surrounded the painted designs.

Torani said he wanted the outfit to reflect Navratri’s spirit, including the rhythm of Garba, the joy of dancing together, and the tenderness and courage of the Devi.

Celebrity stylist Anaita Shroff Adajania helped shape the design. Isha completed the look with jewelry from her mother Nita Ambani’s personal collection and a custom parandi by Tonoto featuring deep blue, red, green and yellow accents.

The designer also recalled that Isha discovered his printed kurtas in 2018, when he was building his label from a small garage. He said creating this ensemble years later allowed him to return some of the support she had shown his work through the efforts of many artisans.

Nita Ambani’s Traditional Ashavali Silk Sari

Nita Ambani wore a Swadesh Ashavali silk sari from Gujarat with an older velvet koti blouse.

Designer Manish Malhotra said master weavers Paresh Patel and Mustak spent five months handweaving the magenta-and-gold sari on a traditional pit loom.

The sari featured fine silk, gold zari, paisley butas and geometric lattice patterns. Its ornate pallu carried tree-of-life and vase motifs with jewel-toned meenakari detailing.

Ashavali is a centuries-old Gujarati weaving tradition known for intricate motifs and rich brocade work. The sari highlighted the skill of the region’s master weavers at an event celebrating Indian craftsmanship.