Cannes Film Festival 2024: Bollywood At The French Riviera Over The Years

The Cannes Film Festival is not just about films; it's a platform for Bollywood divas to showcase their exquisite fashion. From Aishwarya Rai's iconic saree to Deepika Padukone's Sabyasachi drape, explore Bollywood's Cannes evolution.
Bollywood at Cannes over the years

Bollywood at Cannes over the years

The Cannes Film Festival may be known to give exposure to films, but it has also always been associated with elaborate and extravagant fashion. And, where there is fashion, there's Bollywood divas and their exquisite looks.
From Aishwarya Rai to Deepika Padukone and more, Bollywood leading ladies have always made noise at the French Riviera. Here's a deep dive into all the ways the Cannes Film Festival has evolved, fashion wise, for Bollywood A-listers.

Aishwarya Rai ARRIVES

It goes without saying that Aishwarya Rai has been the reigning queen of Cannes for as long as we can remember. Making her debut in a golden Neeta Lulla saree, Aishwarya not only put Devdas on the map that day, but cemented her status as the Cannes queen.
Aishwarya Rai at Cannes in 2002
Aishwarya Rai at Cannes in 2002

Sonam's desi avatar

Sonam in 2013 was a force to be reckoned with! The actress is a true blue trendsetter and made India proud by wearing a lace saree and jacket by Anamika Khanna. Of course, the highlight of her look has got to be that statement nath.

Real-Life Cinderella

Aishwarya Rai may have had countless Cannes moments, but her ball gown takes the cake. Looking like a fairytale princess, Aishwarya's pale blue dress is definitely one for the books.
Aishwarya Rai in 2017
Aishwarya Rai in 2017

Deepika Padukone's iconic look

Of course, how can we forget the current Cannes princess. Even acting as the jury member in 2022, Deepika understands the assignment every single time, and how! Her most iconic look has got to be the Sabyasachi saree she wore to the glam event, glamming up with thick eyeliner and an elaborate hairdo.

Sara Ali Khan turns Dulhan for Cannes

2023 was a year of hits and misses. As Sara walked the red carpet, she may have looked every inch the royalty that she is, but her full-blown Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla dulhan look was what some would say, 'too much' for a glamorous event like Cannes.

Anushka Sharma's debut

Last year, Anushka Sharma left us awe-struck and jaw-dropped as she made her big debut at the French Riviera, wearing the most exquisite Richard Quinn gown. From the colour to the texture and the simplistic grandeur of the dress, it was simply - iconic.
Which of these Cannes moments are etched in your memory like no other? Let us know
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