Overview

• Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's second Cannes appearance featured a black velvet gown by Gaurav Gupta, complemented by a Banarasi brocade cape inscribed with a Sanskrit shloka from the Bhagavad Gita.
• The Sanskrit verse on the cape emphasizes selfless action, adding a spiritual dimension to her couture look, which blends Indian heritage with modern aesthetics.
• Her first red carpet look was an ivory Banarasi saree by Manish Malhotra, paired with 500 carats of rubies and uncut diamonds, and a bold sindoor, symbolizing Indian marital tradition.
• Neeraj Ghaywan’s film 'Homebound' received a standing ovation in the Un Certain Regard section, with Janhvi Kapoor, Ishaan Khatter, and Vishal Jethwa accompanying him on the red carpet.
• Scarlett Johansson debuted as a director at Cannes with 'Eleanor the Great,' while Indian cinema saw strong representation with restored classics and jury participation.