Krithi Shetty is having a main-character moment, and this time, it’s not on screen.
The actor, who shot to fame with her breakout in Telugu cinema and quickly built a reputation as one of the industry’s most promising young stars, is currently in AlUla, Saudi’s heritage-rich desert destination that has quietly become a global aesthetic obsession.
Her latest reel plays like a perfectly edited travel diary. She moves through the mirrored architectural marvel of Maraya, wanders the winding lanes of Old Town AlUla, sips traditional Saudi coffee, samples local ice cream, explores Hegra on safari, and floats above sandstone cliffs in a hot-air balloon.
For those catching up, AlUla is located in northwestern Saudi and is known for its dramatic sandstone cliffs, ancient archaeological sites and a labyrinthine Old Town made up of mud-brick houses and softly lit alleyways. One of its crown jewels is Hegra – Saudi’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site – home to ancient Nabataean tombs carved into rock. It’s the kind of place where every corner looks editorial: golden light, textured walls, and an atmosphere that feels cinematic without trying too hard.
Which makes Krithi’s fashion moment all the more intentional.
She leaned into a warm desert palette, wearing a rust-toned ensemble with intricate paisley patterns that almost blended into the sandstone backdrop. The sleeveless structured top gave the look a clean silhouette, while the flowing skirt added movement and softness. It wasn’t over-styled; it was considered and heritage-coded, but global.
Her accessories did the quiet heavy lifting. Statement gold earrings framed her face, stacked bangles added dimension, and a sleek black quilted Louis Vuitton crossbody introduced a modern contrast. The mix felt very now: traditional influences, contemporary finish.
Beauty-wise, she kept it effortless. Soft waves, luminous skin, neutral tones. No maximalism. No drama. Just confident, camera-aware minimal glam, which, frankly, reads louder than excess.
What makes the post land isn’t just the outfit. It’s the alignment. The way the textures of her look echoes the Old Town’s architecture. The way the gold jewelry picks up the desert light. The way the mood feels unforced.