Aishwarya Bachchan’s Operation Sindoor Turns Heads At Cannes

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India-West News Desk

CANNES– Making a powerful and graceful statement at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, Bollywood icon Aishwarya Rai Bachchan turned heads as she walked the red carpet draped in a regal ivory Banarasi saree and adorned with a vivid line of sindoor—blending style with symbolism.

Styled by designer Manish Malhotra, the former Miss World’s look included a handwoven kadwa Banarasi handloom saree, paired with a sheer tissue dupatta edged in gold and silver zardozi. Accentuated by heirloom ruby jewelry, Aishwarya’s ensemble exuded timeless elegance.

What truly captured attention, however, was the sindoor in her hair parting—a traditional symbol of a married Hindu woman.

The look carried deeper meaning in the wake of Operation Sindoor. Aishwarya’s appearance subtly echoed India’s message of strength, unity, and cultural pride on the global stage.

Greeting the crowd with folded hands and her signature warm smile, the Devdas star was met with roaring appreciation from fans and social media followers alike. Comments poured in hailing her as the “OG Queen of Cannes” and praising her return to classic Indian attire.

The moment also seemed to quiet recent rumors of turbulence in her marriage to actor Abhishek Bachchan. With her sindoor prominently visible, Aishwarya reaffirmed both personal and cultural commitments—bringing tradition to the world’s fashion capital with elegance and poise.

Her appearance was reminiscent of her Cannes debut in 2002, when she donned a yellow saree alongside Shah Rukh Khan. Two decades later, Aishwarya continues to bring the grace of India’s six-yard wonder to the global spotlight. (With ANI inputs)