Aishwarya Rai Turns Heads at Cannes in Saree and Sindoor

Summary: Aishwarya Rai Bachchan wowed Cannes 2025 in a traditional Banarasi saree and sindoor, sparking praise and buzz about her bold cultural statement.

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan stole the show at the Cannes Film Festival 2025 in a stunning and classic Indian costume. She walked down the red carpet in an ivory Banarasi saree by Manish Malhotra, complete with delicate silver brocade embroidery and a sheer dupatta.

Her outfit was stunning, but so was the deep sindoor on her forehead, a symbolic gesture in Indian custom that elicited excitement and questions from admirers and media.

Many individuals saw this as a major cultural message, especially at an international event like Cannes. Some linked it to 'Operation Sindoor,' a major event in India, while others saw it as a hit back at the rumors about her marriage or public conjecture.

She completed her royal look with a stunning necklace made of uncut diamonds and red rubies, which added even more elegance.

Fans on social media couldn't stop commenting on how stunning and confident she looked. Her appearance reminded people of her portrayal as 'Paro' in Devdas: ageless, graceful, and profoundly steeped in Indian culture.

TV host Mini Mathur also praised her, saying Aishwarya looked peaceful and got the look just right.

This marks Aishwarya’s 22nd appearance at Cannes, and once again, she proved that she can turn any red carpet into a runway that celebrates India’s rich culture.