The annual Cannes Film Festival is that one sartorial event of the year every fashion enthusiast waits for. The site of the world’s most glamorous red carpet is worth a thousand words. Over the years, the Bollywood celebrities have made the French Riviera their own territory to flaunt their impeccable wardrobe ensemble. From embellished sarees to global gowns, the classic and contemporary flavor of the Bollywood town can be clearly seen on the red carpet of the prestigious film festival. There have been several iconic moments when Bollywood beauties such as Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Sonam Kapoor, Deepika Padukone, and Priyanka Chopra, among others, stole the show in the French Riviera with their exceptional style statements. Here is a look at the top 8 times Bollywood actresses rocked the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival:
1. Aishwarya Rai Bachchan: There is no hesitation to say that every fashion follower bows down in front of beauty queen Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. In 2017, Rai Bachchan channeled her inner Elsa with an icy blue Michael Cinco number was a princess-worthy showcase.
2. Priyanka Chopra: After lionizing her international career, Priyanka Chopra made her Cannes debut in 2019. Accompanied by husband Nick Jonas, the actor extended her newlywed vibe to her red carpet appearance in her white layered Georges Hobeika gown, accessorized with a simple diamond necklace.
3. Deepika Padukone: If anybody has to take a lesson on how to slay on a prestigious stage they should surely take notes from Deepika Padukone. She made heads turn in a dramatic fuchsia dress by Ashi Studio. It featured tiers of ruffles and exaggerated sleeves.
4. Sonam Kapoor Ahuja: Taking the Indian flavor to Cannes, Sonam wore a pale pink saree with a modern twist to Cannes in 2014. The Anamika Khanna creation featured minimal pleats and elaborate embroidery. Graceful and elegant, isn’t it?
5. Katrina Kaif: Katrina Kaif is that one actress who never hesitates to try a variation in her attire and yet manages to look classy and elegant. The actress made her Cannes debut in 2015.
6. Huma Qureshi: Time and again Huma Qureshi has proved that her fashion game is on point. The actress walked the red carpet in a metallic grey Gaurav Gupta gown. It was accentuated with a ruffled train, adding a dramatic volume to the dress.
7. Hina Khan: Hina Khan made her Cannes debut in 2019 and proved she is a star. Her sheer, metallic strapless gown by Alin Le' Kal became the talk of the town. The gown featured a thigh-high slit and a long train.
8. Diana Penty: Seen in an haute couture gown by Nedret Taciroglu gown, Diana looked ravishing. The off-shoulder ensemble featured a plunging neckline, embellishments, and frills on the skirt. Such a stunner!
