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Alia Bhatt Stuns in Dhoti Skirt at Cannes 2026, Blends Tradition with Modern Flair

Alia Bhatt made a striking second appearance at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival wearing a custom Tarun Tahiliani ivory chanderi dhoti skirt with a sculpted corset. The ensemble seamlessly blended traditional Indian elements like payal, nath, and bindi with a modern silhouette. She attended the Bharat Pavilion inauguration and shared a playful video on Instagram captioned "Feeling unapologetically filmy." Alia is attending Cannes for the second consecutive year as a global ambassador for L'Oreal Paris.

Key Points: Alia Bhatt's Traditional Dhoti Skirt Steals Show at Cannes 2026

  • Alia Bhatt wears custom Tarun Tahiliani dhoti skirt at Cannes
  • Ensemble blends chanderi fabric with sculpted corset
  • Traditional accessories include payal, nath, bindi, hath phool
  • Attends Bharat Pavilion inauguration with Ashutosh Gowariker
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Cannes 2026: Alia Bhatt blends tradition with modern flair, dons custom dhoti skirt with payal, bindi and nath

Alia Bhatt dazzles at Cannes 2026 in a custom Tarun Tahiliani dhoti skirt and corset, blending Indian tradition with modern style. See her Day 2 look.

"Feeling unapologetically filmy for the inauguration of the Bharat Pavillion - Alia Bhatt"

Cannes, May 13

For her second appearance at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival, actor Alia Bhatt is leaving no stone unturned to steal attention with her sartorial choices.

After winning hearts in a peach-toned gown paired with a chiffon dupatta, Alia turned heads in a custom creation by designer Tarun Tahiliani.

She stepped out at the French Riviera wearing a custom-draped ivory chanderi dhoti skirt paired with a sculpted corset. The ensemble stood out for its intricate detailing that seamlessly incorporated traditional Indian elements into a modern silhouette.

Alia elevated her look with traditional jewellery and adornments, including payal, nath, bindi and hath phool, adding a culturally rooted touch to her Cannes appearance.

Flaunting her Day 2 look, the actor took to Instagram and shared an adorable video from the festival.

"Feeling unapologetically filmy for the inauguration of the Bharat Pavillion," she captioned the post.

She also completed her look with a quirky umbrella accessory, adding a playful element to her red-carpet appearance.

On Day 2, Alia attended the inauguration of Bharat Pavilion at Cannes. Her picture with director Ashutosh Gowariker from the festival also went viral.

The actor has returned to Cannes for the second consecutive year as a global ambassador for L'Oreal Paris.

Alia Bhatt made her much-anticipated debut at the prestigious festival last year, turning heads in a custom-made Schiaparelli gown.

The prestigious Cannes Film Festival has begun on May 12 and will run till May 23.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Honestly, I'm tired of these Bollywood celebrities trying hard to be "different" at international events. The outfit looks like a half-finished saree experiment. And that umbrella accessory? Just weird. But to each their own, I guess.
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Ananya R
Love how she's representing Indian culture on the global stage! Payal and nath are such iconic elements. And that umbrella is so quirky and fun - exactly what the red carpet needs sometimes. Ashutosh Gowariker pic with her is pure gold! 🌟
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Siddharth J
As an Indian, I appreciate the effort to blend tradition with modern fashion. But I wish designers would move beyond just putting bindis and payals on Western silhouettes. Why not a proper Kanjeevaram or Banarasi saree on the Cannes red carpet? That would truly be iconic. Still, Alia looks beautiful as always.
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Amanda J
I love how Alia always brings something unique to the red carpet! That ivory chanderi dhoti skirt is gorgeous and she carries it so elegantly. The payal and nath give it such an authentic Indian feel. The new face of Indian cinema on the world stage! 👏
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Vikram M
Tarun Tahiliani never disappoints! The draping on that dhoti skirt is masterful. Alia looks like a modern-day goddess. And I'm so glad she's embracing her "filmy" side - we shouldn't be ashamed of Bollywood's charm. Bharat Pavilion inauguration is a big deal and she represented us well! 🇮🇳

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