Alia Bhatt continued to make headlines at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival with her second red carpet appearance, embracing a soft fairytale-inspired aesthetic while also paying tribute to one of Indian cinema’s most memorable Cannes fashion moments. In a conversation with Vogue, the actor reflected on her own style journey, shared details about her pre-red carpet routine, and revealed which iconic Cannes look continues to stay with her years later.
Speaking about unforgettable Cannes fashion moments, Alia named Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and her celebrated Devdas premiere appearance as her all-time favourite. “A Cannes look that actually goes down in my memory as absolutely iconic would have to be Aishwarya Rai Bachchan at the Devdas premiere. The beautiful saree that she wore and just her face, it was iconic,” Alia said.
Over the years, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s Cannes appearances have become synonymous with India’s presence on the global fashion stage, and Alia’s acknowledgment of that moment has resonated strongly with fans online.
For her own second appearance at Cannes 2026, Alia embraced what she described as a “princess-coded” fashion mood. “My look is this beautiful blue dress, it's by Daniel Frankel. I'm feeling very princess-coded,” she shared. The actor’s ensemble featured delicate detailing and an ethereal silhouette that aligned with the softer, romantic fashion direction she has been exploring on international red carpets recently.
Apart from discussing fashion, Alia also gave fans a glimpse into her personal red carpet preparation routine, keeping it surprisingly simple despite the scale of the global event. “My pre-red carpet ritual is pretty simple, a lymphatic drainage massage, a good night's sleep, some movement, dunking my face in ice and relying on my fabulous tank. Not that complicated,” she said.
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The actor also spoke about carrying a piece of home with her while travelling internationally, revealing her deep love for Indian food. “I'm obsessed with Indian food and whenever I go, I just take that with me in my soul. It would have to be everything from my dal chawal to my homemade achar to my sabzi to my makhana, although I've carried my makhana as well,” Alia shared.
With her Cannes appearances this year, Alia Bhatt has once again reinforced her growing influence on the global fashion stage while continuing to celebrate her Indian roots through both style and sentiment.
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