- Aishwarya Rai Bachchan slays Cannes in a handwoven Banarasi saree.
- Kadwa brocade technique showcases exquisite Indian craftsmanship and heritage.
- Saree redefined as bold, modern couture on the global stage.
- 500+ carats of rubies and diamonds complete the royal look.
Just when you thought Cannes was all tulle trains and borrowed diamonds, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan waltzed in and said, “Let me remind you who really owns the red carpet.” No gimmicks, no trend-chasing—just a drop-dead regal revival of the saree that left the Croisette collectively gasping.
This wasn’t just any saree moment. Aishwarya showed up draped in a handwoven Kadwa Banarasi saree from @manishmalhotraworld, shimmering in ivory, rose gold, and silver like a moonlit dream woven on a loom from Varanasi. We’re talking real chandi zari, hand-embroidered motifs, and a dupatta that basically whispers, “Bow down.” This isn’t red carpet fashion—it’s textile diplomacy.
More than couture, this was cultural commentary. By reintroducing the saree as a symbol of contemporary couture rather than tradition-bound nostalgia, Aishwarya and Manish Malhotra made the loudest, softest power move at Cannes. The detailing? Pure art. The intention? Pure power. Indian craftsmanship wasn’t just present—it dominated.
And if the saree was the poetry, the jewellery was the punctuation. Over 500 carats of Mozambique rubies and uncut diamonds from @manishmalhotrajewellery practically screamed generational opulence. That ruby ring renaissance? We’re here for it.
Aishwarya didn’t just return to Cannes—she redefined what Indian fashion looks like on the global stage. This wasn’t a red carpet moment. It was a cultural reset.
Link to the moment: https://www.instagram.com/aishwaryaraibachchan_arb