Bollywood weddings are known for grandeur, luxury, and style. From royal venues to jaw-dropping jewellery, the stars make sure every detail is picture-perfect. But one thing that always grabs the most attention is the bridal outfit. Some of the most expensive Bollywood wedding dresses have become iconic for their craftsmanship, design, and price tag. Here’s a look at the top celebrity bridal looks that turned heads and made headlines.
Most Expensive Bollywood Wedding Dresses
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan – Rs 75 Lakh Kanjeevaram Saree
Aishwarya Rai’s wedding to Abhishek Bachchan was nothing short of regal. She wore a gold Kanjeevaram saree designed by Neeta Lulla, adorned with Swarovski crystals and real gold threadwork. Paired with 22-karat gold jewellery, her look cost an estimated Rs 75 lakhs, making it one of the priciest bridal outfits in Bollywood history.
Sonam Kapoor – Rs 70 Lakh Anuradha Vakil Lehenga
Sonam Kapoor chose a traditional red lehenga by designer Anuradha Vakil for her wedding. Crafted over six months with intricate motifs and detailed embroidery, the lehenga was valued at around ₹70 lakhs. Heavy gold jewellery completed her royal bridal look.
Shilpa Shetty – Rs 50 Lakh Tarun Tahiliani Saree
Shilpa Shetty’s wedding saree was custom-made by Tarun Tahiliani and encrusted with over 8,000 Swarovski crystals. The bright red saree, paired with kundan, diamond, and emerald jewellery, cost around Rs 50 lakhs. Even years later, her bridal look is remembered for its opulence and sparkle.
Kareena Kapoor Khan – Rs 50 Lakh Reception Lehenga
For her wedding reception, Kareena Kapoor Khan wore a burgundy lehenga by Manish Malhotra worth Rs 50 lakhs. While her wedding day outfit was a priceless Pataudi family heirloom, her custom reception look stood out as one of Bollywood’s most expensive bridal ensembles.
Anushka Sharma – Rs 30 Lakh Pastel Sabyasachi Lehenga
Anushka Sharma’s pastel pink Sabyasachi lehenga, worn at her dreamy Italian wedding, became a trendsetter for brides across India. Featuring intricate floral threadwork and paired with matching jewellery, it was priced at around Rs 30 lakhs.
Other Luxury Looks Worth Mentioning
Deepika Padukone’s red Sabyasachi lehenga for her Lake Como wedding was reportedly worth Rs 18 lakhs. Katrina Kaif’s zardozi-embroidered bridal look from her 2021 wedding was estimated at Rs 17 lakhs. Priyanka Chopra’s custom Ralph Lauren gown, with a 75-foot veil and thousands of crystals, remains one of Bollywood’s most elaborate, though its price has never been disclosed, experts believe it could rival the most expensive ever made.
