Bigg Boss 17 fame Soniya Bansal on Radha Rani look at Cannes: Wanted it to reflect my Indian roots
Mumbai, May 21
Actor Soniya Bansal, known for her stint on "Bigg Boss 17", garnered a lot of eyeballs with her debut at the 79th edition of the Cannes Film Festival.
Soniya was at the film festival to represent her environmental film "The Last Breath".
For her debut appearance at Cannes, she opted for a bespoke creation by designer Dolly J. She was seen wearing a pastel pink lehenga-saree hybrid, featuring intricate white floral embroidery and delicate gold detailing, paired with a sheer dupatta gracefully draped over her head. Her look seemed to be inspired by Radha Rani.
Elevating the ensemble further, she completed her regal outfit with emerald and uncut diamond jewellery, along with traditional bangles, and a subtle alta accent on her hands.
A soft, dewy makeup palette, defined eyes, and a minimal bindi completed the aesthetic perfectly. The peacock feather detail woven into her hair added a symbolic nod to Indian mythology.
For those who do not know, the peacock feather is believed to be closely associated with Lord Krishna and Radha Rani.
Speaking about her Cannes debut, Soniya shared, "Walking the Cannes red carpet feels truly magical. The city's charm, energy, and love for cinema make every moment unforgettable. For my Cannes debut, I wanted to embody the grace and divinity of Radha Rani while proudly reflecting my Indian roots with global elegance."
Talking about all the hard work that went behind creating the look, she added, "It took hours of detailed preparation to perfect every element of the look - from the outfit and jewellery to the spiritual essence behind it. This is a dream moment I will always cherish."
"The Last Breath" revolves around the pressing issues surrounding deforestation. It emphasizes both the emotional and environmental repercussions of the loss of trees across the country.
— IANS
Reader Comments
Finally someone who understands that global platforms are a great way to showcase Indian heritage without selling out. The thought put into every detail - from the lehenga-saree hybrid to the mythological symbolism - shows real depth. Well done! 🇮🇳
It's refreshing to see someone use a platform like Cannes to also highlight an environmental cause like deforestation. The movie "The Last Breath" sounds important. Hope it reaches a wide audience!
Look is beautiful no doubt, but honestly wish our actors would also focus on the movies they are representing rather than just the outfits. The film itself sounds very relevant given climate change. Hope it gets good distribution back home.
The peacock feather detail is such a clever touch! 🌺 Indian mythology meets high fashion in the most elegant way. This is how you do cultural representation - proud yet artistic. Kudos to the designer Dolly J as well!
The green emeralds with the pastel pink are such a perfect combo. And that subtle alta on hands completes the Indian bride vibe without being too over the top. Very tastefully done! My only concern - is the dupatta practical for a red carpet walk? 🙈
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