‘Nationwide crush’ Girija Oak, who’s at present profitable reward for her efficiency within the net present Good Household, has as soon as once more captured the web’s consideration — this time together with her gorgeous saree assortment. {A photograph} of the actress in a blue saree paired with a smooth white shirt lately went viral, with followers applauding her swish, conventional type.In a dialog with Hauterrfly, Girija opened up about her love for sarees and revealed that she owns greater than 400 items.
‘It’s hand painted chiffon saree’
Girija showcased a few of her most cherished sarees, together with heirlooms handed down from her mom and grandmothers. She shared that she has sourced sarees from throughout India, usually buying straight from weavers or by individuals who purchase completely from artisans.She started the tour together with her grandmother’s classic saree from the Sixties–70s, saying, “It’s hand painted chiffon saree.” The cream-coloured piece exuded old-world magnificence.
‘This saree is price a couple of kidneys’
Girija then revealed the costliest saree in her wardrobe — a Banarasi Jamawar from Uncooked Mango. Calling it her prized possession, she stated, “That is my favorite saree. Thodi mehengi saree hai. This saree is price a couple of kidneys. It falls inside a lakh and extra vary. I solely have one uncooked mango saree, I can’t afford extra sarees from them. However is a really fairly color.”Discussing sarees as long-term investments, Girija added, “For those who maintain sarees properly, their life is endlessly. Saree can match any measurement, it is extremely versatile.”Girija went on to current a number of different items from her assortment — leheriya sarees, block-printed designs, kalamkari drapes, and a traditional Maharashtrian Paithani. Among the many highlights was a pure georgette leheriya saree that arrived in a compact field.“That is pure georgette leheriya saree which got here in a tiny field. I purchased it from Gujarat,” she defined.She additionally confirmed a saree she had block-printed herself, admitting, “It’s uneven as a result of I’ve block printed it myself however it’s particular.” One other standout was a unusual Audrey Hepburn–print saree, which instantly drew consideration for its distinctive visible allure.
Girija Oak’s journey in Marathi and Hindi cinema
Girija Oak, lively since 2004, has constructed a stable profession throughout Marathi and Hindi leisure. She earned widespread approval for her efficiency within the brief movie Quarter (2020), directed by Navjyot Bandiwadekar. She has additionally appeared in Bollywood movies equivalent to Aamir Khan’s Taare Zameen Par (2007) and Krishna D Okay’s Shor within the Metropolis (2010). Lately, she featured in Shah Rukh Khan’s blockbuster Jawan (2023) and the 2025 Netflix movie Inspector Zende alongside Manoj Bajpayee.