Anjali Phougat Says Deepika and Sonam Define India's Global Style Identity
US-based designer Anjali Phougat shares why Deepika Padukone and Sonam Kapoor define modern Bollywood fashion.
Anjali Phougat, the Indian-origin designer based in the United States, has spent years observing fashion from both the runway and the red carpet, and she has strong opinions on who is getting it right in Bollywood. She recently shared her thoughts on the two actresses she considers the most stylish, what sets them apart, and the styling advice she would offer them.
Asked who she considers the two most stylish Bollywood actresses and why, she said, "Deepika carries a very powerful, timeless elegance. Whether it's a red carpet look or minimal airport style, she embodies structured simplicity, confidence, and global sophistication. What sets her apart is her ability to look effortless even in the most high-fashion couture; she doesn't wear the outfit, she becomes it.”
“Sonam, on the other hand, is fearless with experimentation. She treats fashion like art. She's not afraid of silhouettes, drama, or cultural fusion. What makes her unique is her instinct to push boundaries and bring Indian couture into global fashion conversations in a very editorial way. What sets both of them apart from many others is intention. Their style choices feel deliberate, not accidental; there is storytelling in what they wear,” she added.
