On-Set Wardobes: What Kirti Kulhari, Mary Ann Alexander, Sagar Bhatia and Giorgia Andriani Wear to Work

Actors

Kirti Kulhari

Actor Kirti Kulhari, known for her roles in Pink, Four More Shots Please! and Human, is all about ease and being understated when she’s off duty.

“I’m a very easy dresser,” she says. “I’ve come to really enjoy oversized clothes and my go-to is trousers and T-shirts, denims, shirts or sweatshirts with sneakers. I just keep it casual and hardly accessorise. I have to take everything off [to be styled for work] anyway.”

Kulhari is a strong supporter of homegrown design. “India has so much to offer in terms of fabrics, textiles and ideas,” she says. “In the last four to five years, so many smaller and midsize brands have come in and are doing so well. I love deviating from the conventional and doing something out of the box.” For the Busan Film Festival premiere of her film Full Plate, she and her stylist Manpreet chose to spotlight Indian designers. She wore a striking yellow saree from Bodice, and a printed coord set from Yavi.

Kulhari’s footwear of choice is comfort driven. “Sneakers, anytime. I find them very comfortable to walk in, my feet are protected.” But depending on where she is, boots, kolhapuris, leather chappals and even heels enter the rotation.

Her most loved item? “I’m not particularly attached to my wardrobe,” she says, “but I do love oversized denim jackets. It’s a no-brainer and looks cool. It adds an element of street-style fashion to my look.”

While she’s not always big on accessories, there are a few pieces she enjoys wearing. “I love watches — though as I say that, most of mine aren’t working,” she says. “When you’re going on set, everything has to be removed and kept safe. It’s an extra headache, so I usually go bare. I love earrings, nose pins, and septum rings; I keep changing. Sometimes, chains. That’s if I’m dressing up.”

Her style philosophy is anchored in comfort and minimalism. “If I don’t feel at ease in an outfit, it’s very difficult for me to choose that style,” she says. “I like to underplay. I don’t follow trends, I don’t even know what’s happening. I wear what I like — I’m very individualistic.”

There’s also a fun, almost spiritual element to how she picks outfits: “One thing I like to have fun with is wearing a certain colour on every day of the week depending on the planet. That helps me choose.” When it comes to events, she embraces experimentation. “I go crazy because I like exploring. I’m so comfortable with myself that I’m not scared. I like to push myself out of my comfort zone.”

Musicians

Mary Ann Alexander

Singer-songwriter Mary Ann Alexander’s style reflects her musical rhythm — laid-back, expressive and a little nostalgic.

“I’m a homebody and I make music from home,” she says. “Since I know I’ll hit the gym at some point in the day, I mostly spend my time in activewear. A cute pair of gym shorts and a tank or a small top is my go-to.”

When it comes to footwear, Alexander leans on comfort and character. “My go-to pair of shoes is the Nike Air Humara and the ASICS Gel Kayano. These Nikes are so underrated. They’re extremely comfortable and great for everyday wear since they’re hiking shoes. I get so many compliments. The ASICS are probably my most comfortable pair of training shoes — and I love a good dad shoe.”

She’s been building a collection of headgear: “I’ve started collecting head accessories like headbands, scarves, bandanas, and hats and I’m really excited to keep adding to it!”

Her go-to jewellery? “I love a good statement neckpiece — I mostly only wear chokers. I love me some classic hoops too.” Her style, she says, straddles contrast: “It lives between girly and tomboyish — a ‘90s/2000s R&B girl-next-door vibe with playful accessories, colour and silhouettes that feel fun and effortless.”

Sagar Bhatia

For global qawwali and sufi artiste Sagar Bhatia, style is shaped by function, travel, and a strong sense of personal history.

“I like to keep a rotation of athleisure for my travel days,” he says. “Aside from that, I maintain a simple wardrobe with pieces that can be easily alternated, such as neutrals.”

His footwear habits reflect both sides of his life. “My go-to pair of shoes would have to be the Hermès Chypre sandals — they are comfortable, easy to coordinate with outfits, and add an element of sophistication. A less glamorous answer would be my Skechers sneakers, which, surprisingly, are my most reliable and most-worn footwear!”

His most treasured piece, though, is a sentimental one. “It will always be the first attire I wore for Sagar Wali Qawwali, which I put together by borrowing pieces from my mom’s and sisters’ closets — leggings and a long kurta. It eventually turned out to be one of the most imitated outfits in the music industry. Who would have thought!”

When it comes to accessories, Bhatia keeps it practical. “I prefer to keep a rotation of high-quality jewellery that works across most of my wardrobe, rather than accessorising separately for each outfit.”

His overall approach to style is clean and thoughtful. “I would say my personal style is minimalistic and functional. I like to include various silhouettes to elevate my looks and add a touch of streetwear-inspired embellishment.”

Creators

Giorgia Andriani

For creator and actor Giorgia Andriani, fashion is mood-first and memory-laced.

“Before I’m styled for a shoot, I usually arrive in ultra-comfortable clothes,” she says. “They are often pieces I’ve held on to since my teenage years. There’s a sense of ease and nostalgia in them. They help me feel grounded, and after a long day of being in hair, make-up, and costume, it’s refreshing to slip back into something that feels like home.”

Her shoe collection, she admits, is born from years of making her own fashion choices. “I’ll be honest, I have a bit of a shoe obsession! As a child, I never really connected with the shoes my mum picked out for me. So, the moment I started choosing for myself, I began building my collection.”

And she doesn’t play favourites when it comes to shoes. “I don’t have a single ‘go-to’ pair because what I wear really depends on my mood, and my mood changes often! I can go from sneakers to stilettos to slides in a single day. I even keep a few extra pairs in my car… just in case.”

Her most treasured wardrobe item is a black T-shirt that says, “Young and Powerful.” “It may seem simple, but it became my little source of motivation on those tough days,” she says.

When it comes to accessories, Andriani is intuitive. “Some days I lean into clean, minimal pieces like a delicate chain or sleek watch. And other days I love layering rings, cuffs, or earrings. I’m not someone who wears jewellery just for the sake of it. It has to elevate the look or reflect how I feel that day.” Watches, she adds, are more than functional: “They’re pieces of personality.”

Andriani’s personal style? “Eclectic,” she says. “It’s a blend of moods and eras. There are days I gravitate toward baroque-inspired glam or romantic silhouettes. Other times I’ll channel a sensual retro pin-up vibe. I also love modern minimalism, sporty elements, and even edgy street style. I don’t believe in boxing myself into one aesthetic. Fashion, for me, is all about expression and evolution.”

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