Some beauty moves refuse to fade out. The winged liner, for one, is practically stitched into the DNA of Indian glamour. It’s been there through it all—Zeenat Aman’s disco era flicks, Rekha’s kohl-rich stare, every mirror selfie with an elbow precariously balanced on a sink.
This week, the wing was everywhere, but never quite the same. Sobhita Dhulipala went full drama with an elongated wing and thick kohl for maximum impact, while Kajol’s version was softer, smudged just enough to blur the edges. Different moods, same message: the liner still lands.
Sobhita Dhulipala’s makeup put all emphasis on the eyes, with a dramatic wing that extended outwards in a sharp, lifted flick. Black kohl traced her lower waterline and pulled into the corners for definition. Her skin looked luminous and lightly flushed, with a glossed cinnamon-pink lip adding gentle contrast.
Kajol kept things polished but soft, with a thin, precise wing that subtly lifted the outer corners of the eyes. A sweep of light bronze eyeshadow added a hint of warmth, while fluttery lashes brought gentle definition. Her skin had a smooth, luminous finish with a touch of flush across the cheeks. Mauve-pink lips and a classic half-updo tied it all together, letting the simplicity land with ease.
Rakul Preet Singh’s makeup hinged on a wash of mauve-pink across the lids and lower lash line, soft but deliberate. Glossy rose lips echoed the same palette. Her brows were brushed up, clean but not overly defined. Hair pulled back kept the attention on the eyes.
At Miu Miu’s London flagship celebration, Janhvi Kapoor paired full lashes and a clean wing with flushed cheeks and glossy nude lips. Her lids were softly defined in beige and taupe, giving shape without smoke, while a subtle contour added structure to the cheeks.
Pooja Hegde kept things classic, letting clean lines and luminous skin do the work. A peachy blush sat low on the cheeks, paired with a dewy, even base. Her eyes were softly defined with rose-toned shadow and a precise flick of liner, balanced by fluttery lashes. The glossed pink lips echoed the freshness of the look, perfectly pairing the colours of the beautiful Kanjeevaram sari.
