PHOTOS: 17 years of Aishwarya Rai Bachchan at Cannes red carpet By Anit Jyothi George Updated On Aug 09, 2018

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is often referred to as the most beautiful women in the world. The beauty queen holds the prime position in the limelight since the commencement of her career.

She owns it! No one rules the prestigious red carpet at Cannes like the most gorgeous Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. She is not someone who shies away from experimenting bold to outrageous outfits. Her fashion choices have been evolved as the years pass by. While expressing her eternal charm, the former Miss World has been winning many hearts with her brilliant appearances.

Cannes is all about fashion and movies. Check out the recap of Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's red carpet looks at Cannes Film Festival, starting from her first appearance in 2002 until 2018.

2018

Once again, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan proved that the Cannes red carpet belongs to her. The Bollywood superstar made a stellar appearance at Cannes 2018, just leaving the onlookers in awe. Marking her 17th year at Cannes, Rai stole the show in her ultra-violet butterfly gown.

Designed by Dubai-based Filipino designer Michael Cinco, the gorgeous piece depicted metamorphosis of a butterfly. The designer says, it took 3,000 hours to create this elaborate gown. The actress was styled by Aastha Sharma.

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan wore a Rami Kadi couture for her second red carpet appearance. She was just sparkling in an off-shoulder number with an unconventional hairdo. The ivory 'crystallized minted custom-made couture' boasted a metallic texture which accentuated Rai's figure perfectly.

2017

At Cannes 2017, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan walked on the red carpet just like a princess. The actress breezed into the show in a gorgeous cinderella-line off-shoulder gown with a plunging neckline. The ballroom gown was designed by Dubai-based designer Michael Cinco. The powder blue dress was paired with loose, centre-parted hair, dark-hued lips, and subtle makeup.

For her second appearance at Cannes 2017, Rai picked a red ruffled Ralph & Russo gown, and she looked like a fairy queen. The gown's torso was embellished with sparkly stones to give a floral design. She gave her hair voluminous waves. Her makeup was classy. She opted for bold ruby lips and heavy eyelashes. Her diamond earrings were further adorned with rubies.

2016

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan opened her 15th year at Cannes in 2016 with a bang. Rai turned heads as she flaunted the Cannes red carpet in a stunning Ali Younes couture gown. With a blue-toned eye makeup, the actress sashayed the floor with the beaded cape gown. her upper eyelid was shaded with bold turquoise blue colour. She styled her hair with loose waves. She kept the rest of her makeup simple.

The actress left everyone speechless when she walked on the prestigious Cannes red carpet again. Wearing an Elie Saab gold lace gown, Rai gave a deep red lip colour to add glamour. Including the cascading curls and sporting jewellery from Boucheron, her appearance oozed elegance and glamour.

The world's most beautiful woman was scrutinized for her choice of lipstick at Cannes red carpet 2016. While pushing the fashion boundaries in a bold Rami Kadi dress adorned with delicate ornamental work, the actress's purple lipstick brought mixed responses. Rai smartly kept a simple ponytail and smoky eyes to present her best.

2015

To mark her 14th year at Cannes, Rai, the brand ambassador of cosmetics giant L'Oreal, walked in an emerald green Elie Saab glittering gown. She completed her look with green eye-makeup, plum lips, wine lip shade and side-wept cascading hair.

The actress looked exquisite in a Ralph and Russo dress at Cannes 2015. The strapless monochromatic gown featured ruffles. She opted a nude lipstick, ditching her dark shades. The actress dazzled in a pair of white diamond earrings.

2014

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan made a terrific entry at the red carpet of Cannes International Film Festival 2014 in a strapless fishtail gown. The actress, while attending her 13th year at Cannes, just looked majestic and elegant in a golden Roberto Cavalli gown. Exuding glamour, Rai garnered everybody's attention on her mermaid gown. Her cascading curls and bright red lip colour complemented her entire appearance.

For her second appearance at Cannes Film Festival, Rai chose a fishtail Roberto Cavalli gown. The beaded ensemble featured a plunging neckline. This silvery-white gown was teamed up with diamond jewellery. Her soft loose curls and minimal makeup with heavily lined eyes complemented her look.

2013

It was a much-awaited entry. The former Miss World wore a black and grey sequined gown. We saw a slimmed Aishwarya at Cannes after losing her pregnancy weight. She just wowed the cameras at Cannes in an Elie Saab black sequined gown as she made her stunning entry at the red carpet. Rai wore diamond earrings and gold jewellery. The actress completed her look with soft wavy hair and nude makeup.

She wore a one-shoulder Gucci Premiere gown at the Cannes Film Festival 2013, with a smart updo hairstyle. The fitting bodice and the long train of the gown provided her the look of an absolute style icon. She opted minimum jewellery and carried a black Gucci Broadway clutch. She applied a shade of fuchsia pink on her lips.

For her another red carpet appearance, Rai opted for an Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla Anarkali. The full-sleeved floor length ensemble featured resham silk thread embroidery and intricate floral motifs. Holding a blush coloured clutch, she completed her look with neutral makeup and soft curls.

2012

Rai was criticized for showing her overweight figure at Cannes. Despite her post-pregnancy weight gain, Rai did not compromise on her appearance at Cannes red carpet 2012. She was spotted in an Elie Saab Couture in midnight blue colour. Embellished long-sleeves and a long train made the gown look elegant. Though the ensemble was ornamental, the actress kept her accessories minimal.

The actress arrived for the amfAR's Cinema Against AIDS 2012 event at the 65th Cannes Film Festival in a gold embroidered sari and a tailored jacket with Mandarin collar. Designed by Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla, the ensemble gave a traditional look to the actress. She carried a grey-blue Elie Saab leather clutch. L’Oreal electric make-up wonderfully completed her look.

2011

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan picked a gorgeous Elie Saab ensemble to mark her entry at the Cannes International Film Festival, 2011. The one-shoulder dress was embellished with flower motifs. She kept her look simple with minimal Chopard jewellery and nude makeup.

Rai looked fabulous in a white and blue Armani Privé Spring 2011 strapless gown at Cannes 2011. The versatile actress once again proved that she is still the most beautiful woman in the world. The strapless number hugged her body, that gave her a sexy look. The navy blue and golden yellow eyes sparkled her charm.

2010

She wore a fully embroidered tulle and mousseline lavender-colored gown by Elie Saab for 2010's Cannes red carpet. The nude makeup and bouffant hairstyle gave her a perfect look. She deliberately chose the up-do to show off her earrings matching the lavender gown.

The eternal beauty was spotted in a sizzling black gown at Cannes 2010. The strapless number was paired with a red lipstick. Designed by Giorgio Armani Privé, the black gown was embellished with beads and crystals. Rai accessorized a black Ferragamo satin clutch with her gown.

She conquered the red carpet in this beautifully designed outfit. She captured millions of hearts with her stunning look. Ditching her usual blacks and whites or light shades, Rai opted for a Gucci Premiere gown that had a twisted halter neck and an open back. The magenta chiffon gown was paired with simple accessories. And, it is one of her most beautiful looks so far.

2009

The year 2009 has been a great year for Rai as she appeared at the 62nd Cannes Film Festival. She wore a floor-sweeping Roberto Cavalli strapless white gown on the first day of her red carpet appearance. She appeared in a grey Elie Saab one-shoulder gown on her second day at Cannes.

2008

She was looking gorgeous with her different appearances at the red carpet of Cannes, 2008. Entire Bachchan family was there to witness the event. Throughout her appearance, she kept her makeup and accessories simple.

At the red carpet of Cannes 2008, she appeared in a gold Giorgio Armani gown. The following day, she sparkled in a stunning black evening gown. In another appearance, she wore a green Armani Prive gown. She wore a Aishwarya Rai in Roberto Cavalli gown with a plunging neckline.

2007

This year was very special for her. Aishwarya Rai became Aishwarya Rai Bachchan in 2007. Just a month after her marriage with Abhishek Bachchan, both made their first Cannes appearance. The beautiful newly wedded couple walked down the red carpet at Cannes hand-in-hand. She wore a white strapless Giorgio Armani gown and a diamond neck piece. She looked stunning, simple and elegant.

2006

Rai appeared absolutely stunning when she walked down the red carpet at Cannes in 2006. She wore a midnight blue Elie Saab strapless gown teamed up with a serpentine neck piece. The actress got lots of appreciations for this dress. For another appearance, she wore a black lace gown.

2005

She nailed the show in 2005 while making her bold fashion appearance. Aishwarya Rai wore a black Gucci gown with a plunging neckline and net detailing. She appeared in a floral printed gown designed by Giorgio Armani that made her look absolutely gorgeous.

2004

This Neeta Lulla gown showed the best of Aishwarya. This was the third consecutive time she opted for Neeta Lulla ensemble at Cannes. The gown was paired with Chopard jewellery. Decked up with silver embellishments, the gown explored her sensuality. However, she was criticised for the gown's unflattering cut-outs and an unnecessary scarf.

2003

In the year 2003, Aishwarya Rai returned to Cannes as a jury member. She retained her traditional style at Cannes red carpet. She appeared in a Neeta Lulla neon green saree with a tight top knot which brought her many criticisms. Her shimmering pink ensemble with a messy hairdo also failed to create an impact. She wore a strapless red lehenga set too was depressing for her fashion followers.

2002

The year 2002 witnessed Aishwarya Rai's for her first appearance at Cannes. She was accompanied by her Devdas co-star Shah Rukh Khan and director Sanjay Leela Bhansali. For her Cannes debut, she chose a quintessentially Indian look. The former Miss World wore a golden Neeta Lulla sari with finely carved heavy gold necklace.

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