Bollywood's ageless beauty: The curious case of Madhuri Dixit

At 46, Madhuri Dixit can give present-day actresses a run for their money.

She may not be as young as she looks, but Madhuri Dixit appears just as inspiring as ever.

Those who have been tracking her fashion choices at 'Jhalak Dikhla Jaa' and other social dos would agree that Madhuri has successfully challenged the ageing process to which others easily succumb.

As she continues to expand her fan base with immaculate style sense, we bring to you some of the most memorable looks of the star.  

Very few like Madhuri Dixit can carry off the traditional saree (Indian ensemble) with the utmost ease and grace. The actress' right hairdo and perfect outfit reaffirmed her position as a fashion victor. 

Madhuri looks impressive even when she sports a casual look and can carry western outfits with equal grace.

Madhuri, dressed in Arpita Mehta sari, was overwhelmed when her husband Dr Nene proposed to her again on national television during 'Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 6'. (L)

Madhuri Dixit is definitely one of the most revered and loved female actors in B-town, even today. Despite a long break from acting and an unsuccessful comeback attempt, Madhuri is back in the limelight, and her fans and the film industry have welcomed her with open arms.

We wonder what makes her one of the most desirable women on the silver screen, so many years after she started her career.

Her facial expressions, body language and screen presence are matchless. Most of today’s female stars can only dream of acquiring the acting skills and the stardom that Mads had in her day. She’s got amazing comic timing, a convincing dramatic ability and mastery over dialogue delivery.

'Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa' episode with Shah Rukh Khan was expected to be a memorable episode. Why wouldn't anyone expect that especially when actors Madhuri Dixit and Shah Rukh Khan performed on a romantic track?

While SRK wore a sharp suit, Madhuri opted for a blue Shehlaa lehenga. Interestingly, the soft look worked in her favour. While her earrings and ring were designed by Roopa Vohra, her Krsala bangle was equally stylish. 

Madhuri Dixit is is aging gracefully. She has two children and the glow on her face never seems to fade. Unlike some of her contemporaries from the 90s who have resorted to Botox and surgery, Madhuri looks her age and feels like a real woman.

Madhuri is perhaps the most graceful and talented dancers in Indian cinema. Her songs and dances have become a part of the audience’s collective dreamscape. Who can forget the steps from Ek do teen from Tezaab, or the thumkas from Humko aaj kal hai from Sailaab, or even the way she raises her eyebrows one after the other in Maar daala from Devdas?

The dancing queen of Bollywood often puts on her dancing shoes to groove with guests as well as participants in the dance reality show.

(All pics: @MadhuriDixit1)

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