Kareena Kapoor Khan calls out Prada for allegedly copying Kolhapuri chappal designs
Kareena Kapoor Khan has weighed in on the ongoing controversy surrounding Prada’s latest footwear, which many believe bears a striking resemblance to India’s iconic Kolhapuri chappals.
Taking to her Instagram Stories, Kareena posted a photo showcasing her own authentic pair of Kolhapuris. Keeping her face out of frame, she let the footwear take centre stage. Her caption read, “Sorry not Prada… but my OG Kolhapuri,” a subtle yet pointed remark widely interpreted as a dig at the Italian luxury house.
Her post follows growing backlash against Prada, who recently launched a design dubbed ‘Toe Ring Sandals’, bearing a strong similarity to the traditional Indian handcrafted style-but without attributing its origins. Critics have accused the brand of cultural appropriation and failing to acknowledge the rich artisanal heritage behind the design.
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The uproar has led to the filing of a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) in the Bombay High Court, calling for compensation for Kolhapuri artisans, whose work, the plea alleges, has been used without proper recognition or credit.
Kareena’s understated yet powerful gesture adds star power to a wider conversation about cultural authenticity and global fashion’s responsibility to credit traditional craftsmanship. Let me know if you’d like a deeper dive into the history of Kolhapuri chappals or more coverage on the PIL.
