Since its release on December 5, this film stalwart The characters have attracted attention with their distinctive character appearances, with Akshaye Khanna’s look as Rahman the dacoit going particularly viral. Her black outfit design for the song FA9LA It has become a focal point online, with many people seeking information on how this unique look was achieved. Costume designer Smriti Chauhan shares the process behind the creation of Khanna’s Baloch-inspired outfit, highlighting the material choices and cultural references that shaped the final design.

Chauhan explained that the creative approach for the ‘FA9LA’ sequence was focused on making Akshay’s look completely black to grab the audience’s attention. He said, “We wanted to give this sequence (‘FA9LA’) an all black look so that it can attract everyone’s attention. Akshay in black and the rest of the dancers in white.” This contrasting palette was chosen to ensure that Khanna’s character stood out on screen and made a memorable impact during the performance of the song.

Akshaye Khanna’s decision to style him in black was complemented by a white turban. According to Chauhan, “We chose white because black and white create a special glow. It makes it stand out from the rest.” The color contrast was intended to enhance the visual distinction between the lead character and the supporting dancers, underscoring the importance of Khanna’s role in the scene.

Taking inspiration from the traditional attire of Balochistan, Chauhan chose the modified outfit Pathani Black suit. She said that unlike the traditional full Balochi salwar, Akshay’s height was an important consideration while selecting the semi-Baluchi salwar. salwar Which usually requires 15-20 meters of fabric. “Keeping in mind Akshay’s height, we chose a semi-Baluchi salwar. He did not choose a full Balochi salwar made of 15-20 meters of fabric. Instead, a salwar was made using 6 meters of fabric,” Chauhan said.

Materials and stitching details played an integral role in completing the outfit. “We chose a silk-wool blend formal suit material to make it complete PathaniThe slim-fit Chinese collar kurta features a double-lined leather patch at the cuffs and pockets,” said Chauhan, Each element was chosen to combine tradition with a sharp, modern silhouette that complemented the character’s personality,

For outerwear, Chauhan described reviewing different jacket styles before deciding on a heavy look for Rahman. She said, “While sourcing the look for Rahman, we saw beautiful Nehru jackets. But I wanted Rahman to wear something heavy. We have finalized one.” bandhgala coat with pashmina Stolen.” The final look has since become closely associated with Khanna’s portrayal of Rahman the dacoit and resonated strongly on social media platforms.