Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Alia Bhatt's Cannes looks spark fan war online
Mumbai, May 23
Bollywood divas Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Alia Bhatt's looks at the Cannes 2026 have left the internet divided with fans of both the stars comparing their idols' appearances at red carpet of the prestigious film festival.
Soon after pictures surfaced online, the comment sections turned into a battleground of opinions.
One user wrote, "Don't you ever dare compare with Aishwarya." Another netizen commented, "Aish was on another level when she was Alia's age."
An Alia Bhatt fan defended the actress and wrote, "Alia Bhatt anyday." Meanwhile, another Aishwarya Rai Bachchan admirer commented, "Aishwarya ate this look."
One social media user also wrote, "Difference of elegance seen in both pictures." Some users also urged fans not to pit the actresses against each other. "Why do you even have to compare them on Day 1? This is Aishwarya's time now. Let us enjoy this," read one comment.
Another user wrote, "Alia & Aish fans better not be fighting in the comments."
Talking about Alia Bhatt, for her Cannes appearance, the actress opted for a soft blush pink body-hugging gown. Alia was seen walking the red carpet on the 12th of May, at the opening of the film festival.
Meanwhile, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan brought her signature royal aura to Cannes in a dramatic royal blue shimmering bodycon gown.
Aishwarya marked her presence at the film festival on Friday night.
At another event, she was spotted posing for the paparazzi along with daughter Aaradhya Bachchan.
In the picture going viral on social media, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is seen posing gracefully in an all baby pink ensemble.
Standing beside her is her teenage daughter Aaradhya Bachchan who complemented her mother beautifully in a satin red gown paired with a sparkling cape detail.
In another set of visuals going viral online, Aishwarya can be seen posing against the backdrop of the French Riviera and looked stunning in a pastel pink draped ensemble that featured sparkling floral embellishments and flowing cape sleeves.
— IANS
Reader Comments
Honestly, I don't get why fans are creating a war. Alia Bhatt is a brilliant actor for her generation and Aishwarya Rai is an icon of a different era. Both looked stunning at Cannes. Can't we just appreciate both without pulling each other down? 🤷♂️
There is no comparison... Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has royal aura and pedigree that can't be matched. She owns the red carpet. But Alia Bhatt also looks cute and modern in her pink gown. Let's not make this a catfight. Both are beautiful in their own way! 🇮🇳✨
Honestly, this constant comparison between actresses is so tiring. Aishwarya Rai at 50 looks phenomenal and has earned her place in Bollywood history. Alia Bhatt is just starting her global journey. Why can't people just appreciate both without tearing down one? 🙄
Guys, let's be respectful. Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is a legend, no one can touch her grace. But Alia Bhatt is a phenomenal actor in her own right. This is just needless fanwar. Both looked stunning at Cannes and made India proud. 👏🇮🇳
I think Aishwarya Rai has that *thing* – that magnetic aura that no one can recreate. Alia is trying to find her style but she's still young. Both look classy and elegant in their own way. Let's just appreciate the diversity of Indian beauty on global stage! 💃🏾
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