India, Aug. 1 -- Costume designers play a crucial role in shaping the visual identity of films, creating looks that often become just as memorable as the performances themselves. In a July 31 Instagram post, veteran fashion designer Neeta Lulla revisited the story behind her first National Award, revealing how Sridevi encouraged her not to miss what would become one of the biggest milestones of her life. (Also read: Juhi Chawla's iconic Darr looks were created in just '2 hours'; designer Neeta Lulla shares behind-the-scenes stories )

Neeta, who won the National Award for her costume design in Lamhe (1991), looked back at the moment she learned she had received the prestigious honour.

Recalling the experience, she said that she was busy ...