From Couture to Cult Trends: Ashley Rebelo on the Power of Fashion in Bollywood
Ashley Rebello, in a special interview with India Today, talked about standout films, which remains distinguished for her fashion.
Bollywood costume designer Ashley Rebellow has played an important role in shaping some of the most memorable on-screen fashion moments. From Panth classics to trend-setting films, Rebello has been at the forefront of Bollywood’s developed style. In a special interview with India Today Digital, Ashley talked about some of his favorite looks and actors.
Considering his journey, Rebello highlighted some standout films that remained iconic for their fashion. “The two films I have done, those who are distinguished till date are Joet Wohi Sikander, Josh and Ek Tha Tiger. These are iconic movies where people really began to imitate style and organizations that the actors wore. Everyone was wearing them under the sun. This is something that I always look ahead. I like it, “he shared.

Their designs echo deeply with the audience, especially in the heart regions of India. “Whenever I go to the interiors, everyone tells me that the best films I have till date are Prem Ratan Dhan Payo and Hum Sati Up. Those films were like a costume drama. Sonali Bendre, Karishma Kapoor, Neelam Kothari- Everyone looked so beautiful in clothes that she wore. ,
Rebello also spoke about his contribution to Salman Khan’s filmography, where his styling options became cultural events. “Yes! During a Tha tiger, the scarf that she wore became a tendency. When she started wearing a fit shirt as a policeman, a lot of police followed that style. His checker shirt also became a trend in the film, and I am happy that I became a part of it.

While discussing the actors who easily bring costumes into life, Rebello praised Tabu and Aamir Khan for the ability to make the styling look comfortable. “Tabu, she is an incredible actor who makes costumes comfortable. We have done many films together, such as moonlight bar and many others. She makes it feel natural that you don’t think she is wearing a dress; You think she is born and is lying in that look. In fact, she is acting. I like him. ,

His praise also increased to Aamir Khan. “I like the other person Aamir Khan. He brings costumes to life. When I worked with Jeta Wohi Alexander with him, where he was not a college boy, but a high schooler, how easily, with Pancake, whatever I gave him, he wore it, and it is a very big Panth, songs, songs became, film, everything. Even the post, I have worked with him in some films, and it is always very good. ,
There is no short achievement in the sometimes changing scenario of Bollywood and credits adaptability and innovation for their longevity in the rebel industry. “Absolutely! My style has developed for years. When it comes to survival in this industry, it is just Manish Malhotra, Neeta Lulla, and I am. We have survived because we strengthen ourselves and innovation Keep doing and adopt for changing times.
With a heritage that inspires, Ashley Rebello remains one of the most influential dress designers of Bollywood, which establishes trends crossing the silver screen.