The portrait-cut diamond used in Samantha’s ring has deep historical roots. It dates back to ancient India and gained prominence during the Mughal era. A report from Only Natural Diamonds states that the name came from the time “Shah Jahan had transparent thin diamonds placed over hand-painted portraits to protect and enhance the wearable miniature art.”
For the ceremony, Samantha wore a custom, handwoven red Banaras saree made from pure Katan satin silk. Styled by Pallavi Singh and Selvi, the saree was crafted over two to three weeks by a single artisan. It featured powder-zari buttis and a Nishi-woven border detailed with beige-gold zardozi work, including saadi taar, cutdana, kasab, and tiny mirrors.
