Aishwarya Rai slays Cannes 2025 in Kadwa Banarasi saree

Aishwarya Rai slays Cannes 2025 in Manish Malhotra’s Kadwa Banarasi saree and sindoor

By Vaishnavi Gavankar | May 21, 2025

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Aishwarya Rai Bachchan graced the red carpet at the 78th Cannes Film Festival, once again proving why she’s called the OG Queen of Cannes.

The Return of the Queen

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She wore a specially designed ivory kadwa Banarasi saree by Manish Malhotra, handwoven in Banaras using traditional techniques.

Custom Manish Malhotra Saree

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The saree featured intricate kadwa brocade work—each motif individually handwoven with silver zari using multiple shuttles.

Exquisite Kadwa Brocade

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Mithila Purohit embraces her natural body shape, challenging the narrow size zero ideal. Her confidence in her own curves promotes a more inclusive definition of beauty.

Celebrating Natural Curves

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Draped over the saree was a handwoven sheer tissue dupatta, edged with real gold and silver zardozi embroidery that added a royal flair.

Sheer Tissue Drape

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Mithila Purohit embraces her natural body shape, challenging the narrow size zero ideal. Her confidence in her own curves promotes a more inclusive definition of beauty.

Celebrating Natural Curves

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Her regal jewellery included an imperial heirloom set made of Mozambique rubies and uncut diamonds—necklace, earrings, and a bold statement ring.

Jewellery Fit for a Queen

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Aishwarya’s traditional sindoor in the center parting added a touch of Indian sentiment to her global red carpet appearance.

Symbolic Sindoor Look

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Mithila Purohit embraces her natural body shape, challenging the narrow size zero ideal. Her confidence in her own curves promotes a more inclusive definition of beauty.

Celebrating Natural Curves

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Her sleek, voluminous hair paired with bold eyes and a soft lip perfectly balanced vintage Indian aesthetics with modern red carpet grace.

Old-School Glamour Meets Modern Elegance

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Mithila Purohit embraces her natural body shape, challenging the narrow size zero ideal. Her confidence in her own curves promotes a more inclusive definition of beauty.

Celebrating Natural Curves

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Styled by Allia Al Rufai, the overall look kept the focus on the saree and the jewellery—clean, composed, and classy.

Minimalist Yet Impactful Styling

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The ensemble was a tribute to Indian craftsmanship—celebrating handloom weaving, traditional embroidery, and heirloom jewellery on a global platform.

Made in India, Worn on Global Stage

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