Overview

• On its 15th anniversary, Sonam Kapoor reflected on how Aisha transformed Bollywood’s approach to style and garnered enduring appeal among young viewers.
• Produced by sisters Sonam and Rhea Kapoor, Aisha marked Rhea’s debut behind the scenes and signaled a rising wave of female-led collaboration in the industry.
• Loosely adapted from Jane Austen’s Emma, the film reimagined the classic novel in Delhi’s affluent, post-liberalisation social scene.
• Aisha placed fashion at the center of its storytelling by featuring accessible wardrobes that drove mainstream conversations about personal style.
• Sonam’s portrayal balanced confidence with vulnerability, creating a heroine whose imperfections resonated deeply with a generation of moviegoers.