Sonali Bendre’s Ganesh Chaturthi look explains why she’s Bollywood’s unbeatable saree queen

When it comes to grace draped in six yards, Sonali Bendre is in a league of her own. Year after year, she turns up for Ganesh Chaturthi in ensembles that speak of elegance without trying too hard and truth be told, only a handful in Bollywood can match her saree game. This year was no different. For the auspicious day, Sonali chose the Sehar Peach Saree from designer Anavila Misra’s label Anavila, and the result was pure festive poetry.The saree is a handwoven linen creation that radiates understated luxury. Its fresh peach base plays canvas to delicate stripes of yellow and silver, patterns that shimmer subtly when they catch the light. Edged with intricate lace and handwoven zari, the piece carries a quiet festivity, the kind that doesn’t need loud embellishment to make a statement. It’s the saree equivalent of a soft-spoken guest at a party who still becomes the centre of attention.Paired with it was the matching Seher Peach Blouse, cut in a classic fitted bodice silhouette. The blouse carries a striped pattern in yellow and peach, woven on silver zari fabric, a harmonious continuation of the saree’s palette. Together, they created a look that felt thoughtfully curated, steeped in Indian craftsmanship, yet easy on the eyes.Sonali kept her styling refreshingly simple, allowing the textile to be the star. Her makeup was soft and minimal, her jewellery light, and her hair elegantly styled, a reminder that the power of a saree lies in how it’s worn, not just what it’s made of.As for the price tag, the made-in-India saree retails at INR 28,000, with the blouse costing INR 12,500, a worthy investment for those who believe in the beauty of handloom and heritage weaves.In an era when festive dressing often leans on heavy ornamentation, Sonali Bendre’s Ganesh Chaturthi look was a refreshing ode to subtlety and tradition. It’s safe to say, when it comes to saree elegance, she still reigns supreme.