Archive · 25 Jul 2026
Bollywood Men Reinvent Bandhgala Fashion
The bandhgala, a formal suit traditionally worn at weddings and political events, is being reinvented by Bollywood actors.
They are making it more casual by loosening the fit, shortening the length, and even pairing it with sneakers.
This modern take has made the bandhgala one of the most interesting and popular outfits on the men's red carpet.
The bandhgala was traditionally worn at weddings and political events.
Bollywood actors are modernizing the bandhgala with looser fits and shorter lengths.
The bandhgala is now often paired with sneakers for a casual look.
This trend has made the bandhgala a popular choice on men's red carpets.
Key figures in this trend include Ranbir Kapoor and Varun Dhawan.
- Who
- Bollywood leading men like Ranbir Kapoor and Varun Dhawan
- What
- Reinvention of the bandhgala suit
- When
- In the last couple of years
- Where
- Bollywood and men's red carpets
- Why
- To modernize and make the bandhgala more versatile and fashionable
Traditionalists
Modernists
Formality
Traditionalists
The bandhgala should maintain its traditional formal and stiff appearance.
Modernists
The bandhgala can be modernized with looser fits, shorter lengths, and casual pairings.
- Traditional Use
- Weddings and political portraits
- Modern Adaptations
- Looser fits, shorter lengths, sleeveless designs, paired with sneakers
- Key Figures
- Ranbir Kapoor, Varun Dhawan
- Current Trend
- Popular on men's red carpets