8 Bollywood Actresses Who Are Weaving Handloom Into The Heart Of Sustainable Fashion

Last Updated:August 07, 2025, 13:38 IST On National Handloom Day, these Bollywood actresses spotlight India’s weaving legacy through sustainable fashion choices. Alia Bhatt, Priyanka Chopra, Richa Chadha don’t just wear handloom; they actively advocate for artisans and the preservation of India’s weaving heritage. Every year, August 7 marks National Handloom Day, a celebration of India’s…

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Deepika Padukone To Janhvi Kapoor: When Bollywood Stars Championed Handloom Sarees

National Handloom Day is celebrated every year on August 7. Inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the National Handloom Day was first celebrated in 2015 to honour the contributions of handloom workers in the country. Introduced in 2015 under PM Narendra Modi’s government, the National Handloom Day honours the Swadeshi Movement under Mahatma Gandhi, which…

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