Kiara Advani is keeping her promotional wardrobe going strong as she gears up for the release of her upcoming film Toxic. On August 22, the actor attended the Telugu pre-release event of the film in Hyderabad, making a striking appearance in an elegant black saree. Let’s decode her ethnic look and take some fashion notes. (Also read: Kiara Advani in white corset, Tara Sutaria in bold leopard print dazzle at Toxic trailer launch with Yash in Bengaluru )
Decoding Kiara Advani’s stunning black saree look
For the occasion, the 35-year-old actor opted for a sophisticated creation by Manish Malhotra that blended traditional draping with contemporary details. The all-black ensemble featured a sheer lace blouse with long sleeves and a dramatic neckline, adding a modern edge to the otherwise classic silhouette.
The saree itself came with a sleek, understated finish, allowing the intricate blouse and statement jewellery to take centre stage. Kiara paired the look with a striking diamond-and-emerald choker, complemented by matching earrings that added a touch of colour and old-world glamour to the monochrome outfit.
How she styled her look
Keeping her beauty look elegant, she wore her hair pulled back into a neat bun, drawing attention to her jewellery and sharp features. Soft, glowing makeup, defined eyes, flushed cheeks and a rosy lip completed the look. The actor’s makeup was done by Mehak Oberoi, while Lakshmi Lehr styled the look.
Kiara‘s styling for the evening was a lesson in letting a single statement element do the talking. The combination of sheer lace, a sculpted blouse, classic saree drape and emerald jewellery gave the traditional ensemble a distinctly contemporary feel.
For fans looking to recreate the look, the takeaway is simple: a classic black saree can be elevated with statement jewellery, a structured blouse and minimal yet polished beauty details.
On the work front
Kiara Advani was last seen on the big screen in 2025 in Ayan Mukerji’s War 2. She and her husband, actor Sidharth Malhotra, welcomed their first child, daughter Saraayah, on July 15, 2025. Her appearance at the Toxic event marked her return to Hyderabad after embracing motherhood.
The actor also has a strong connection with Telugu cinema. She made her Telugu debut opposite Mahesh Babu in Bharat Ane Nenu and went on to star alongside Ram Charan in Vinaya Vidheya Rama and Game Changer.
Directed by Geetu Mohandas, Toxic stars Yash in the lead role alongside Kiara Advani, Nayanthara, Huma Qureshi, Tara Sutaria and Rukmini Vasanth. The film is scheduled to release worldwide in cinemas on August 26, 2026.
