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Margot Robbie made a dramatic style statement at the 'Wuthering Heights' world premiere, but it wasn't just her performance or couture gown that grabbed attention. Wearing the fabled Taj Mahal diamond necklace, which was originally held by Elizabeth Taylor and is worth at approximately Rs 74 crore and has centuries of history, the actress walked the red carpet. While international fashion circles applauded the look's vintage glamour, Indian fans erupted in controversy, with many criticizing the necklace's origin and raising concerns about how its narrative was being presented.
Glamour on the Red Carpet: Robbie's 'Wuthering Heights' Premiere Look
On 28th January, 2026, Australian actress Margot Robbie attracted attention during the world premiere of Emerald Fennell's daring and eagerly awaited version of Emily Brontë's beloved gothic romance, 'Wuthering Heights,' in Los Angeles. In contrast to Jacob Elordi's portrayal of Heathcliff, Robbie plays Catherine Earnshaw, giving the turbulent love tale a raw and emotional dimension.
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The film, co-produced by Robbie's LuckyChap Entertainment, is scheduled for a 13th February, 2026 theatrical release and has already generated buzz for its intense performances and visual style.
Robbie made a striking fashion choice for the red carpet: a custom haute couture gown by Schiaparelli, styled by Andrew Mukamal that combined dramatic black, red, and lace details with Victorian influences. Dazzling diamond accessories, such as 38-carat Lorraine Schwartz earrings and a 19th-century Fred Leighton ring, complemented the couture ensemble, but the Cartier Taj Mahal diamond necklace, an heirloom with a centuries-long history, was the real focal point.
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The Taj Mahal Necklace: History, Symbolism, and Controversy
Robbie's heart-shaped Taj Mahal diamond necklace is not your typical piece of jewelry. The diamond was originally made centuries ago and is associated with Mughal royalty. It was given to Emperor Shah Jahangir's wife Nur Jahan. Its inscription in Parsee reportedly reads, "Love is Everlasting." Later on in history, the diamond was associated with Shah Jahan and his beloved Mumtaz Mahal, whose memory served as the inspiration for the Taj Mahal mausoleum.
In the 20th century, the jewel entered Hollywood lore when Richard Burton gifted it to Elizabeth Taylor for her 40th birthday in 1972.
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Although its ownership history is still unclear, it has subsequently grown to be one of the most talked-about items in Taylor's renowned jewelry collection and was last reported to have sold for nearly $8.8 million (about ₹74 crore) at auction.
Yet while many applauded Robbie's glamorous nod to romance and cinematic history—seeing the jewel as perfect symbolism for Wuthering Heights' own passionate narrative—her comments that framed the necklace primarily as "Elizabeth Taylor's" sparked online debate. Critics claimed that concentrating solely on the Hollywood link overlooked the necklace's deeper historical and cultural roots, especially on social media and in India. Many said that this amounted to eliminating or oversimplifying a part of tradition that existed before relationships with Western celebrities.
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Public Reaction: Admiration Meets Cultural Debate
The reaction to Robbie's look was sharply divided. Fashion and cinema fans took to social platforms to hail her "pure old-world glamour," celebrating the fusion of vintage Hollywood and gothic aesthetics that matched the energy of 'Wuthering Heights.' Others, meanwhile, took issue with the way the event was portrayed. The necklace's origins, which are linked to Mughal Imperial history and later European ownership, were overlooked in mainstream coverage, according to certain members of the Indian online community.
As 'Wuthering Heights' itself merges love, conflict, and history on film, what was ultimately intended to be a celebration of style and eternal romance turned into a reminder of how fashion, history, and cultural identity can engage in unexpected and profound ways.
