Meet Kajol’s ‘friend’, who worked in 2 blockbusters, is also Nita Ambani, Shah Rukh Khan’s…., name is…, married to…

The fashion scene in India has experienced significant growth in terms of innovation and reach. Indian fashion stylists and designers are achieving new milestones almost every day. This is the story of one such stylist who is considered a pioneer in her field. This multifaceted woman has collaborated with several superstars in Bollywood. If you are a keen observer, you may have noticed her work in two iconic cult classic films, both featuring Shah Rukh Khan. She is also creative force behind some of memorable looks of Nita Ambani, Isha Ambani, and current sensation Alia Bhatt.

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Here we are talking about Anaita Shroff Adjania, Born and raised in Mumbai, Anaita started her career at Elle magazine in 1996. She later worked with various other publications before becoming the director of Vogue. Today, Anaita is a pioneering stylist and a well-established name in the fashion industry, having carved out her niche long before the commercialization of fashion.

Her connection to Bollywood fashion began when she styled the ‘Dhoom‘ series. Notable works that have transformed Bollywood fashion include Deepika Padukone’s looks in Cocktail and Love Aaj Kal. Anaita is known for being ahead of the curve, thanks to her extensive body of work. 

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During the extravagant Ambani wedding of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant, Isha Ambani and her mother Nita Ambai made headlines with her iconic blue Schiaparelli saree, which was styled by Anaita. 

In terms of cameos, Anaita had the opportunity to share a scene with Shah Rukh Khan in Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge. She played a small role as Kajol’s friend, Sheena, due to her real-life friendship with director Karan Johar. Additionally, she had a brief cameo in Kal Ho Naa Ho, which starred Shah Rukh Khan, Saif Ali Khan, and Preity Zinta. Recently, she styled Alia Bhatt and Natasha Poonawala for the Met Gala, as well as Isha Ambani’s look for the Met Gala 2025.

On her personal front, she married Indian film director and screenwriter Homi Adajania in 2002. Adajania directed the films Being Cyrus (2006) and Cocktail (2012). The couple has two sons. She is also the sister of Scherezade Shroff, who is a renowned YouTube vlogger.

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