‘National crush’ Girija Oak, who is currently winning praise for her performance in the web show Perfect Family, has once again captured the internet’s attention — this time with her stunning saree collection. A photograph of the actress in a blue saree paired with a sleek white blouse recently went viral, with fans applauding her graceful, traditional style.In a conversation with Hauterrfly, Girija opened up about her love for sarees and revealed that she owns more than 400 pieces.
‘It is hand painted chiffon saree’
Girija showcased some of her most cherished sarees, including heirlooms passed down from her mother and grandmothers. She shared that she has sourced sarees from across India, often purchasing directly from weavers or through people who buy exclusively from artisans.She began the tour with her grandmother’s vintage saree from the 1960s–70s, saying, “It is hand painted chiffon saree.” The cream-coloured piece exuded old-world elegance.
‘This saree is worth a few kidneys’
Girija then revealed the most expensive saree in her wardrobe — a Banarasi Jamawar from Raw Mango. Calling it her prized possession, she said, “This is my favourite saree. Thodi mehengi saree hai. This saree is worth a few kidneys. It falls within a lakh and more range. I only have one raw mango saree, I can’t afford more sarees from them. But is a very pretty colour.”Discussing sarees as long-term investments, Girija added, “If you keep sarees nicely, their life is forever. Saree can fit any size, it is very versatile.”Girija went on to present several other pieces from her collection — leheriya sarees, block-printed designs, kalamkari drapes, and a classic Maharashtrian Paithani. Among the highlights was a pure georgette leheriya saree that arrived in a compact box.“This is pure georgette leheriya saree which came in a tiny box. I bought it from Gujarat,” she explained.She also showed a saree she had block-printed herself, admitting, “It is uneven because I have block printed it myself but it is special.” Another standout was a quirky Audrey Hepburn–print saree, which immediately drew attention for its unique visual charm.
Girija Oak’s journey in Marathi and Hindi cinema
Girija Oak, active since 2004, has built a solid career across Marathi and Hindi entertainment. She earned widespread acclaim for her performance in the short film Quarter (2020), directed by Navjyot Bandiwadekar. She has also appeared in Bollywood films such as Aamir Khan’s Taare Zameen Par (2007) and Krishna D K’s Shor in the City (2010). Recently, she featured in Shah Rukh Khan’s blockbuster Jawan (2023) and the 2025 Netflix film Inspector Zende alongside Manoj Bajpayee.
