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Kareena Kapoor takes a dig at Prada, flaunts her OG Kolhapuri footwear
- While vacationing in London, Kareena Kapoor Khan posted an Instagram story wearing Kolhapuri chappals with the caption “Sorry not Prada but my OG Kolhapuri,” subtly criticizing the luxury brand.
- Prada unveiled 'Toe Ring Sandals' at Milan's June 22, 2025 show, sparking allegations of cultural appropriation for uncredited traditional Kolhapuri design similarities.
- The PIL filed in Bombay High Court by advocate Ganesh S Hingmire demands Prada issue a public apology, cease unauthorized use, and pay damages for copying GI-protected Kolhapuri chappal designs.
- Following her social media call-out, Indian consumers and industry leaders rallied for authentic Kolhapuri chappals, demanding recognition amid a surge in sales and criticism of Prada's copying.
- As the Bombay High Court reviews the PIL, experts and activists suggest the case could establish a precedent for protecting artisan intellectual property rights and promoting ethical fashion collaborations.
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Kareena Kapoor Khan flaunts her Kolhapur footwear, takes a dig at luxury brand Prada in new post: 'Sorry not Prada but...'
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Kareena Kapoor Khan takes a dig at Prada's Kolhapuri chappals worth lakhs
Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor Khan recently made headlines, not for a red carpet look or a designer handbag, but for flexing her love for good old Kolhapuri chappals. While vacationing in London, the Singham Again actress took to her official Instagram handle to share a picture of her feet, where she can be seen wearing Kolhapuri chappals. But it wasn't the footwear that caught everyone's attention; it was her hilarious caption. While sharin…
Kareena Kapoor, Neena Gupta take a dig at Prada over Kolhapuri Chappal controversy
Italian luxury fashion house Prada is facing intense backlash and legal scrutiny in India after unveiling its ‘Toe Ring Sandals’ at the Milan Men’s Spring/Summer 2026 fashion show. The sandals, priced at over ₹1 lakh per pair, bear a striking resemblance to the traditional Kolhapuri chappals—handcrafted leather footwear with centuries-old roots in Maharashtra and Karnataka. The controversy erupted after Prada initially failed to acknowledge the …
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