Ashutosh Gowariker: The Marathi Director Behind Aishwarya Rai's Golden Lehenga in Jodhaa Akbar

• Marathi director Ashutosh Gowariker commissioned a golden lehenga, a 3.5 kg necklace, and 13 jewelry sets for Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's character in the 2008 film 'Jodhaa Akbar'.
• The elaborate preparations, including 40-50 security guards, were for Aishwarya's role as Jodhaa Bai, not for her personally, to authentically portray the Mughal era.
• The film 'Jodhaa Akbar' utilized over 80 elephants, 100 horses, and 55 camels for its grand war and royal scenes.
• A total of 300 kg of Tanishq jewelry was used in the film, with Aishwarya wearing a 3.5 kg set for a wedding scene and 13 different sets throughout, while Hrithik Roshan wore 8 sets.
• Ashutosh Gowariker is known for directing other notable films such as 'Lagaan', 'Swades', and 'Mohenjo Daro'.

Why It Matters: Ashutosh Gowariker spared no expense to bring historical grandeur to 'Jodhaa Akbar', especially for Aishwarya Rai's character.