Alia Bhatt’s Christmas this year wasn’t loud or flashy. No big spectacle, no trying-too-hard glamour. It felt cosy and real, the kind of celebration where everyone’s relaxed, the food keeps coming, and the laughs are louder than the music. Christmas 2025 was spent with her people: Ranbir Kapoor, little Raha, Neetu Kapoor, Soni Razdan, Shaheen Bhatt, Riddhima Kapoor Sahni and Samara Sahni. Simple. Warm. Just right. And yes, fashion was part of it, because it always is with Alia, but it didn’t feel staged. It felt natural. Comfortable. Like she dressed for the moment, not the moment dressing for her. If there’s one thing Alia genuinely loves, it’s a sari. But she didn’t go the obvious route this time. Instead of a traditional drape, she slipped into a bold red pre-stitched saree from 431-88’s Sexy Santa collection. Festive without being cheesy. Modern without losing its Indian soul. Styled by Priyanka Kapadia Badani, the look was classic Alia – thoughtful, easy, and quietly stylish.
The sari itself did most of the work. Designed by Shweta Kapur, the pre-draped silhouette meant no fuss, no constant fixing, no worrying about pleats. It flowed when she moved, stayed structured where it mattered, and felt like something you could actually wear all evening without getting tired of it. The kind of outfit that lets you enjoy the party instead of managing your clothes. And then there were the details. The deep red colour instantly felt Christmassy, but not in a costume-y way. A subtle side keyhole, soft ruching, and clean pleats added interest without going over the top. Nothing loud. Nothing desperate for attention. Just solid design that knew when to stop. Her jewellery followed the same mood. Alia chose heart-shaped earrings and rose-inspired rings by Renu Oberoi. Sweet, delicate, and personal. They softened the bold red sari and added a little romance without stealing focus. Everything felt balanced. Nothing felt forced. The overall look had that rare quality – styled, but not overdone. You could tell she wasn’t dressing for headlines. She was dressing for herself. And that always shows. Later, Alia shared moments from the celebration on Instagram. Not posed shots. Not perfect frames. Just real glimpses – hugs, smiles, laughter, and those small in-between moments that actually matter. Her caption said it all: “Wrapped in love, Christmas 2025.” No drama. No extra words. Just the truth.
Ranbir Kapoor kept things low-key in an all-black outfit with a T-shirt, jacket and jeans. Easy. Familiar. His relaxed look played beautifully against Alia’s red sari, giving that timeless black-and-red contrast that somehow always works, especially on them. The rest of the family dressed the part without matching too much. Shaheen Bhatt and Soni Razdan brought in festive colours. Neetu Kapoor and Riddhima Kapoor Sahni leaned into black and silver, keeping things elegant and winter-ready. Samara Sahni kept it cosy in a blue sweater and jeans, very much in the Christmas-at-home spirit. And then there was Raha. Alia shared a small peek into how her daughter celebrated the day, and suddenly the whole photo set felt even more intimate. Softer. More personal. This wasn’t about showing off. It was about sharing a feeling. That’s what made this Christmas stand out. It wasn’t about the sari, or the styling, or even the pictures. It was about being present. Being comfortable. Being surrounded by people who matter. And once again, Alia Bhatt proved something she’s always been good at, real style doesn’t shout. It slips into real life quietly. And somehow, that’s what makes it stay with you.
