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Aishwarya Rai Bachchan marks her arrival on Cannes red carpet in black and white corseted gown

Designed by Falguni Shane Peacock, the dramatic outfit was adorned with exquisite hand-beaten, molten gold flowers and plates.

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan at Cannes 2024. (Photo: PR handout)

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has finally arrived at the French Riviera. A veteran at the coveted film festival, the Guru actor made her first appearance on the Cannes red carpet in a custom outfit by designer duo Falguni Shane Peacock. She was also seen wearing a white plaster cast on her right hand.

The elaborate black and white corseted gown, which featured a long trail “fashioned from taffeta” was “adorned with exquisite hand-beaten, molten gold flowers and plates,” as shared by the designers. “In selecting gold as a prominent element, we aimed to capture the essence of Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, for she epitomises a certain kind of timelessness comparable to the precious metal,” they said in a press note adding that the actor’s “life’s journey has been akin to striking gold, excelling in every facet and setting a gold standard in both—cinema and philanthropy.”

They further informed that gold, a colour that is deeply rooted in India’s cultural heritage, “resonates profoundly when draped on a global icon such as Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, especially during her representation of India at Cannes. Furthermore, the gown features handcrafted flowers, a nod to Aishwarya’s liking for floral motifs, while the metal plates add a touch of unparalleled glamour to the ensemble”.

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan poses for photographers upon arrival at the premiere of Megalopolis at the 77th Cannes Film Festival. (Photo by Scott A Garfitt/Invision/AP)

“The inclusion of black in the ensemble pays homage to her iconic style, which is classic and eternal, much like Aishwarya herself. The two colours—black and gold—also serve as the foundational colours of our brand’s palette, showcasing a blend of edginess and glamour. The metallic shine—a recurring motif in our designs, represents our commitment and consistency of offering avant-garde yet opulent aesthetics,” the note further read.

In keeping with the theme and colour-scheme of the outfit, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan opted for metallic gold half-hoops, and a matching ring to accessorise her outfit. She wore her hair in a half updo and completed her look with on-fleek eyeliner and a hint of colur on her lips. Despite an injury to her arm, the star managed to steal the show and how!

Prior to this, she was seen at the airport with daughter Aaradhya leaving for the venue in a custom Falguni Shane blue overcoat styled with basic black trousers.

We cannot wait to see what more she has in store for us this year!

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