# Pheta > Mediated Wiki article. Canonical URL: https://mediated.wiki/source/Pheta > Markdown URL: https://mediated.wiki/source/Pheta.md > Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pheta > Source revision: 1342917100 > License: Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/) {{short description|Type of turban}} {{For|the town in south-eastern Nepal|Pheta, Nepal}} {{Multiple issues| {{tone|date=October 2018}} {{more citations needed|date=October 2018}} }} '''Pheta''' ({{langx|mr|फेटा}}), is a traditional [turban](/source/turban) worn in [Maharashtra](/source/Maharashtra), [India](/source/India).{{Cite web|date=2013-07-15|title=All About Marathi Pheta Turban: Interesting Facts And More|url=https://www.utsavpedia.com/attires/marathi-pheta/|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160910143100/https://www.utsavpedia.com/attires/marathi-pheta/|archive-date=2016-09-10|access-date=2020-12-11|website=Utsavpedia|language=en-US}} It is most common to find phetas at ceremonies such as [weddings](/source/Indian_wedding), as well as other festive, cultural, and religious celebrations, though it is not specifically in tradition to do so. In many areas, it is customary to offer male dignitaries a traditional welcome by offering them a pheta to wear. A traditional pheta is usually wrapped with a long, cotton cloth typically {{convert|3.5|to|6|m|abbr=off}} long and {{convert|1|m|abbr=off}} wide. The fabric of the pheta is draped around the head in 6 to 7 rounds, with a small piece of fabric hanging loose like a tail, called the shemala. Some phetas are plain and single-colored, whereas some are lined and double-colored. The choice of color may indicate the occasion for which the main reason to wear it or maybe typical to the place they wear it for. Typical colors include saffron (to indicate valor) and white (to indicate peace). In the past, wearing a pheta was considered as a mandatory part of clothing.{{cite web |url=http://culture.kolhapurworld.com/special.html |title=Kolhapuri Pheta |publisher=Kolhapur World |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20121002233839/http://culture.kolhapurworld.com/special.html |archive-date=2012-10-02 }} ==Varieties== Other than the traditional white and saffron pheta, there are two other major varieties. One is the famous Kolhapuri pheta, which comes in a multitude of colors and has a [Bandhani](/source/Bandhani) effect on it.{{Clarification needed|date=February 2023}} The other major variety consists of the [Puneri](/source/Puneri) pheta which comes with checkered patterns and has a distinct gold border. The variety of pheta is usually named after a town from which it was made, popularized, or worn inside; for example, the Kolhapur's pheta is named after the town [Kolhapur](/source/Kolhapur). ==Styles== There are different styles of draping a pheta related to the place where it is being worn, the context, and even famous personalities. Geographic styles include: the Kolhapuri style, Mawali style, Puneri style, Lahiri style, and many more. On the other hand, style and varieties are also connected to distinguished persons who wore a pheta, such as Shahi, [Mahatma Gandhi](/source/Mahatma_Gandhi), Sant [Tukaram](/source/Tukaram) Maharaj, and many others. ==Innovations== Often the traditional phetas are given a more westernized version that is more colorful, reversible, adjustable, and come in different metallic and satin fabrics as opposed to cotton. ==Global appeal== thumb|Samarjeetsinh Ghatge in a Marathi Pheta. Several Indian celebrities and political leaders have worn the [Marathi](/source/Marathi_people) Pheta in different forms which has given this accessory a global appeal and has made an impact on several people worldwide. Several fashion designers have imitated the style of the Marathi Pheta and have used it to give their collection a touch of Indian ethnicity. Among all the different varieties of Phetas, the Puneri Pheta has been universally considered the most auspicious one that is handed over during the nuptials of a wedding. Gradually, this age-old tradition of Pheta became an auspicious ritual for people, be it any culture. ==In media== Many of [Marathi movies](/source/Marathi_cinema) that show historical Maharashtrian and Marathi figures, such as [Netaji Palkar](/source/Netaji_Palkar), [Ayodhyecha Raja](/source/Ayodhyecha_Raja), [Shree Pundalik](/source/Shree_Pundalik), depict the character sporting a pheta in most of the scenes. Some [Bollywood](/source/Bollywood) actors, including [Abhishek Bachchan](/source/Abhishek_Bachchan) and [Ritesh Deshmukh](/source/Ritesh_Deshmukh), wore the Pheta on their wedding day.{{Cn|date=February 2023}} Bachchan's father, [Amitabh Bachchan](/source/Amitabh_Bachchan), also wore a pheta to his son's wedding. The current Prime Minister of India, [Narendra Modi](/source/Narendra_Modi) is also known for wearing a pheta while addressing the nation on [Independence Day](/source/Independence_Day_(India)).{{Cite news |title=PM Modi continues with flamboyant 'pagadi' tradition, sports Kolhapuri Pheta style safa this I-Day, take a look at his colorful turbans |pages=1–8 |work=Zee News |url=https://zeenews.india.com/photos/india/pm-modi-continues-with-flamboyant-pagadi-tradition-sports-kolhapuri-pheta-style-safa-this-i-day-take-a-look-at-his-colourful-turbans-2385057/69th-independence-day-2385059}} Various Marathi Traditional art forms showcase it. The one worn by warriors of great old legends and truth. ==Gallery== File:Tanaji Malusare.jpg|Maratha warrior Tanaji Malusare wearing ''Mawali pagadi'' ==See also== *[Khăn vấn](/source/Kh%C4%83n_v%E1%BA%A5n) *[Pagri (turban)](/source/Pagri_(turban)) *[Mysore peta](/source/Mysore_peta) *[Puneri Pagadi](/source/Puneri_Pagadi) ==References== {{reflist}} {{Clothing}} {{Indian wedding}} {{DEFAULTSORT:Pheta (Turban)}} Category:Indian headgear Category:Marathi clothing Category:Indian wedding clothing Category:Desi culture Category:Turbans --- Adapted from the Wikipedia article [Pheta](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pheta) by Wikipedia contributors ([contributor history](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pheta?action=history)). Available under [Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/). Changes may have been made.