Snowboarders slay it in saris in Gulmarg

Six yards of elegance met icy adrenaline – and the internet just can’t get enough of it. In a viral reel captioned “Saree not sorry. Snowboarding edition,” Indian and Swiss snowboarders Urmila Pable and Linda Schmitter glided down snowy slopes in Gulmarg in flowing saris. The striking clip, filmed by adventure cinematographer Harald Edlund, blends desi style with mountain thrills, creating a moment that’s as daring as it is dazzling.

Draped to impress

A bright sari swirling against a blanket of white snow, a snowboarder gliding down the slope with effortless confidence — the reel is hard to miss. The clip quickly caught attention online, racking up over 1,100 likes. Shot by adventure cinematographer Harald Edlund, the ride unfolds like a cinematic moment, giving a playful twist to the viral ‘Saree Not Sorry’ trend.

Slicing through stereotypes

Beyond the thrill, the moment doubled as a style statement — proving that adventure doesn’t always have to come dressed in bulky winter gear. Social media users were quick to cheer the fearless ride. One user commented, “So cool! Like superwomen flying through the snow,” while another wrote, “Gulmarg hits different.” A third added, “These baddies showing us exactly how it is done.”

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