Aishwarya Rai Bachchan made a stunning appearance at the Cannes Film Festival this year, marking her 22nd outing on the famous red carpet. The Bollywood star, known for her bold fashion choices at Cannes, wore a unique blend of tradition and modern couture, leaving fans and fashion critics in awe.
This year, Aishwarya chose a custom-made Banarasi sari designed by Manish Malhotra. The classic white handwoven kadwa Banarasi sari was transformed into a couture gown silhouette. It featured a handwoven tissue drape, a sheer train embroidered with gold sequins, and intricate zari detailing made with real chandi.
The outfit beautifully combined India’s rich weaving tradition with high fashion, making it a memorable look for the festival.
Adding more sparkle to her look, Aishwarya wore an eye-catching neckpiece crafted from 500 carats of Mozambique rubies and uncut diamonds set in 18k gold, also designed by Manish Malhotra. Her beauty look stayed true to her signature style — straight, sleek hair parted by a streak of sindoor and bold red lips, perfectly matching the rubies around her neck.
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has often made headlines for her unique Cannes appearances. From her viral lilac lips to avant-garde gowns, she consistently brings fresh, bold styles to the red carpet. This is not the first time she has chosen ivory tones at Cannes. In 2009, she dazzled in an ivory Roberto Cavalli gown with a dramatic train and repeated a similar look in 2014 with another Cavalli creation.
This year, her appearance was more than just fashion; it was a tribute to timeless Indian craftsmanship and her own cinematic legacy. Aishwarya once again proved why she remains one of Cannes’ most anticipated stars.
