Freida Pinto to showcase a Manish Malhotra saree as Grace in Surface Season 2

Synopsis

Freida Pinto will wear a stunning Manish Malhotra saree as Grace in the second season of the psychological thriller Surface. The saree, inspired by the Taj Mahal, highlights the actress's cultural heritage and adds elegance to her character in the wedding finale.

Key Takeaways

Freida Pinto's character Grace will wear a Manish Malhotra saree.
The saree is inspired by the Taj Mahal.
It symbolizes love and elegance.
Manish Malhotra is a renowned Indian designer.
The wedding scene is a significant part of the finale.

Mumbai, April 19 (NationPress) Actress Freida Pinto, known for her role in 'Slumdog Millionaire', will don a breathtaking Manish Malhotra saree as Grace in the second season of the forthcoming psychological thriller "Surface".

Pinto will showcase an ivory saree influenced by the majestic Taj Mahal during a wedding scene in the finale.

Thrilled to wear a creation by Manish Malhotra, she expressed in a video, "It inspires me wearing this Indian garment of elegance and it makes me feel so extra extra special that all this time was spent to make one TV bride feel like it was the most important day of her life."

Discussing the saree’s inspiration, Pinto shared, "Hi everybody, I am Freida Pinto and I play Grace in season two of Surface on Apple TV+. The thing I am very excited about in the season finale episode is this custom choice that we made for Grace that really showcases my culture in the form of a beautiful wedding saree. We worked with the most sought after, most talented, most wonderful designer from India, Manish Malhotra."

Speaking about the connection to the Taj Mahal, she added, "He had the idea that the saree should be inspired by the Taj Mahal. It's a monument built for love. So, the ivory on the saree is symbolic of the marble which is pristine and has clarity and strength."

She also mentioned a beautifully crafted veil, saying, "It was all just stunning, and very heavy. I remember the veil would pull my head back a little bit. I'm like - Oh, try to look excited about this wedding and don't feel the weight on your head, metaphorically. I hope you enjoy it."

Sharing Pinto's video on his social media, Manish captioned the post, "The timeless charm of an ivory #mymmsaree for friedapinto for her character Grace. Ivory is a symbol of pristine elegance, and when I got the brief, I was inspired by the marble of the Taj Mahal, a monument dedicated to love and also my constant love for cinema. Gorgeous."