Throwback Thursday: Kareena Kapoor’s ‘Poo’ To Priyanka Chopra’s ‘Desi Girl’, Bollywood Looks That Ruled 2000s

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Remember when a Bollywood movie could make an outfit the next big thing? The 2000s were full of those moments. We watched Kajol twirl in chiffon saris, copied the colourful Patiala looks seen on screen and marvelled at Kareena Kapoor's glamorous wardrobe as Poo.

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From cinema halls to college corridors, Bollywood fashion had a way of finding its place in everyday style. This Throwback Thursday, here's a look back at some of the on-screen fashion moments that made the decade so memorable.

Kajol's Chiffon Saris In 'Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham'

Kajol's chiffon saris in 'Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham' (2001) remain among the most recognisable Bollywood looks of the decade. Her form-defining drapes, particularly in 'Suraj Hua Maddham', brought a glamorous interpretation to a sari style that Bollywood had already popularised in earlier decades.

Kareena Kapoor's 'Poo' Wardrobe

Kareena Kapoor's 'Poo' from 'Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham' became synonymous with early-2000s fashion. Mini dresses, crop tops, sequinned outfits, fitted silhouettes and statement accessories reflected the Y2K-inspired glamour of the period. Poo's wardrobe also helped establish Kareena as one of the decade's most recognisable Bollywood style icons.

Sushmita Sen's Chiffon Saris In 'Main Hoon Na'

Sushmita Sen brought another memorable interpretation of the chiffon sari to 'Main Hoon Na' (2004). Her character 'Chandni' was dressed in flowing saris paired with sleeveless and halter neck blouses, creating a polished and glamorous look that became an important part of the film's visual identity.

Rani Mukerji's Patiala Looks In 'Bunty Aur Babli'

Rani Mukerji's 'Vimmi aka Babli' in 'Bunty Aur Babli' (2005) offered a more colourful and playful take on Indian fashion. Her wardrobe featured Patiala pants, kurtas and shirts, reflecting the popularity of mixing traditional silhouettes with contemporary styling during the decade.

Aishwarya Rai's Mini Skirts In 'Dhoom 2'

By the mid-2000s, Bollywood fashion was embracing more Western-inspired silhouettes. Aishwarya Rai's outfits in 'Dhoom 2' (2006), including mini skirts and fitted ensembles, captured the decade's fascination with glamorous, body-conscious styling and became some of the film's most remembered looks.

Priyanka Chopra's 'Desi Girl' Sari

Priyanka Chopra's metallic sari in 'Desi Girl' from 'Dostana' (2008) offered a striking blend of traditional dressing and contemporary glamour. The shimmering drape and modern blouse became one of the most instantly recognisable Bollywood fashion moments of the late 2000s.

Throwback Thursday: The Y2K Looks We Still Remember

What makes 2000s Bollywood fashion so much fun to revisit is how quickly these screen looks became part of pop culture. Some were glamorous, some were experimental and others simply felt aspirational. Years later, they still bring back a very specific era of Hindi cinema making them perfect for a Throwback Thursday fashion rewind.