Kareena Kapoor Khan added something truly special to her Diwali look this year. Her silver-embroidered outfit and traditional turban were striking on their own, but the jewellery she wore carried a story passed down through generations. She brought out several remarkable heirlooms from the Pataudi family collection, including a diamond kalgi that once belonged to the Nawab of Bhopal.
Styled by Rhea Kapoor, Kareena wore a beige Punit Balana kaftan detailed with intricate hand embroidery in real silver. A turban and layered necklaces gave the look a regal feel without making it too elaborate. Kohl-lined eyes, soft nude lips and bronzed makeup completed her look.
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The standout piece was a diamond kalgi with three feathers, believed to be around 200 years old. Fashion commentator Diet Sabya noted that the headpiece was worn by Kareena’s husband, Saif Ali Khan, on their wedding day and had once belonged to the Nawab of Bhopal. It was a lovely reminder that family heirlooms hold memories that go far beyond their beauty.
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Nov 9, 2026Kareena also wore a gold choker from her wedding jewellery collection and a necklace featuring a striking 30-carat emerald associated with the Begum of Bhopal. The emerald is especially significant: Ayat ul Kursi is carved into it.
The kalgi’s history makes it all the more fascinating. Cultural historian Deepthi Sasidharan explained that Hamidullah Khan, the last ruling Nawab of Bhopal, served as honorary aide-de-camp to Edward, Prince of Wales, during his visit in 1921–22. The headpiece’s design echoes the three feathers in the Prince of Wales’s heraldic badge, and the piece is secured by four rows of pearls.
The heirloom is believed to have passed from Hamidullah Khan to his daughter, Begum Sajida Sultan, and then to his grandson, Saif Ali Khan. By wearing it, Kareena has added a lovely new chapter to its family story.
