Tolly actors turn show-stoppers in Royal-era fashion show

Khaad actor Saheb Bhattacharya metamorphed into a Royal scion of the 19th century flanked by Chotuskone sensation Tollywood diva Paayel Sarkar, as the 200-year-old gothic-column Burdwan Rajbari became a ramp with chandeliers and minarets.
Saheb, who sported a Anarkali sherwani, was the show-stopper of celebrated fashion designer Pranay Baidya's fusion show 'Tale of Two Cities, Calcutta Oh Kolkata' where the old era merged effortlessly with the new.
Flanked by rising Tolly star Paayel, also turning up in an upcoming flick by Mainak Bhowmik, Saheb said, "This is first ever show where we the contemporary artistes of Tollygunje industry have teamed up together to a show aimed at creating awarenss about her heritage, the royal mansions dotting dufferent parts of Kolkata.

Paayel, sporting a resplendent red Benarasi in the garb of a newly-wed bride, gushed, "This is more cathartic than giving shots in period attires before camera. The settings are magical."
Prominent model Sonikaa Chauhan sported a Mughal-e-Azam look wth her two piece stitched fabric wear adorned with embroidered zar.
'Apur Panchali' actor Parno Mitra, a critically acclaimed name in Bengali film industry and a face of the upcoming brigade of talented actors, said, "This place has a different feel. I usually saw fashion shows at luxary hotels, lounges and resorts. But with the bygone era recreated through the decor and gas lighting we the present generation are getting into the sin of Madhubala."

From the set of Piku starring Amitabh Bachchan one week back to a 19th century wedding venue where the Royals take part in a palatial get together it was a challenge," Pranay, unveiling his bridal collection for this season, said.