Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is a phenomenon in Cannes, had to create magic for her 20th year at festival, says designer Gaurav Gupta
Aishwarya wore Gaurav's custom-made queen pink sculpted creation on the third day.
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Creating the dress was an elaborate process involving days of hard work.
Fashion designer Gaurav Gupta says he wanted to create a special moment for actor Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's 20th year at the Cannes Film Festival and that inspired him to present the former Miss World as the "new-concept Venus".
The gown, which took 20 days and over 100 craftspeople to create with the actor involved in the creative process right from the beginning, is the ace couturier's interpretation of Italian artist Sandro Botticelli's famous painting 'Birth of Venus'.
Aishwarya wore Gaurav's custom-made queen pink sculpted creation on the third day of the ongoing film gala for the premiere of "Armageddon Time", after opting for a black Dolce & Gabbana ensemble on day two.
"Aishwarya is a complete woman and a beautiful person. As I got to know her through the process, I discovered a wonderful, spiritual person who is really connected to her soul and is elegant. That purity in the absolute sense of beauty inspired me to think of the concept of the 'Birth of Venus'," Gaurav told PTI in a telephonic interview from Cannes.
Aishwarya, who first attended the Cannes Film Festival for the premiere of her film 'Devdas' in 2002, has been a regular at the movie extravaganza as a global ambassador of beauty brand L'Oreal and during her two-decade-long journey at the yearly event where she has made some stunning red carpet appearances.
The Delhi-based designer, known for his experimental sculpted designs, said he wanted to create something that denoted "hope, life and beauty".
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"We wanted something which denotes hope, birth and beauty. After all the world has gone through in the past few years, we wanted to celebrate life and art," he added.
Creating the dress was an elaborate process involving days of hard work and Gaurav said he didn't want to disappoint with his design for "one of the most beautiful women in the world".
The ensemble featured silver-embellished pleated details, a trailing bottom and a shell-like structure behind shoulders, symbolising Venus' rise from the scalloped shell. The designer, a graduate of London's Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design, accompanied Aishwarya for the appearance and said the frenzy at the red carpet surrounding the actor filled him with "joy".
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"The frenzy, the love, that Aishwarya receives here, it's almost madness. People couldn't stop screaming her name out loud and the fanfare was insane. So just to see that frenzy, it fills you with joy... She is a phenomenon in Cannes. It's like a real-life film in itself," he said.
His futuristic designs have been regular on the red carpets of various global events with international stars like Cardi B, Thalia, Saweetie, Olivia Culpo, Nicole Scherzinger, Nana Akua Addo, Deepika Padukone, Lady Victoria Hervey and Gigi Gorgeous wearing his creations.
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Gaurav calls himself a "global person", something he believes reflects in his designs prominently and clicks with people around the world. But at the same time, the designer said he strongly identifies with his Indian sensibilities that are all about "maximalism and celebration".
"I'm a global person who happens to be from India. But there is a sensibility of maximalism and celebration and my aesthetic is what is Indian about me. There's a certain sense of rhythm in my clothes, which comes from India inside me."
From Black Floral Number To Cinderella And Mermaid Gowns, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan Is A Bonafide Red Carpet Goddess At Cannes
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Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has been a regular at Cannes for the past 20 years. In the two decades, the ‘Guru’ star has had many memorable looks on the red carpet, and this year was no different. The 48-year-old actress made a dramatic entry in a black number on the Cannes red carpet with her signature wave to the cameramen standing on the sidelines.
Here's a look at her latest fashion moments and some memorable Cannes appearances, that make Bachchan a bonafide red carpet goddess.
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has been a regular at Cannes for the past 20 years. In the two decades, the ‘Guru’ star has had many memorable looks on the red carpet, and this year was no different. The 48-y..
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This year, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan sashayed down the red carpet in a black Dolce and Gabbana ball gown with a band of 3D floral motifs on one side of the dress and on the sleeve. She kept her makeup simple for the evening as she picked a mauve lip color, and sported a sleek yet simplistic hairstyle.
The actress completed her look with dangling gemstone studded earrings. She was on the red carpet to attend the screening of Tom Cruise’s upcoming film, 'Top Gun: Maverick'.
This year, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan sashayed down the red carpet in a black Dolce and Gabbana ball gown with a band of 3D floral motifs on one side of the dress and on the sleeve. She kept her makeup s..
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While Aishwarya Rai Bachchan was grace personified on the hallowed steps, she took some time out to catch up with her old friend and Hollywood actress Eva Longoria. The two actresses, who are also brand ambassadors of L'Oréal, were seen laughing candidly as the shutterbugs clicked on.
While Aishwarya Rai Bachchan was grace personified on the hallowed steps, she took some time out to catch up with her old friend and Hollywood actress Eva Longoria. The two actresses, who are also br..
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Earlier in the day, during a photocall, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan opted for a hot pink Valentino pantsuit. The actress looked beautiful in the bright number. The outfit had a drill blazer and came with a same coloured chic pants. Bachchan kept her hair poker straight for the look.
Earlier in the day, during a photocall, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan opted for a hot pink Valentino pantsuit. The actress looked beautiful in the bright number. The outfit had a drill blazer and came with ..
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Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has often experimented with her Cannes red carpet looks in the past. She made her debut in 2002, in a blazing yellow saree and golden traditional Indian jewelry, and descended from a blue chariot with Shah Rukh Khan lending a helping hand. The actress was an epitome of Indian beauty during her first appearance for the film, 'Devdas'. However, over the years, we saw her in many different and glamorous avatar.
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has often experimented with her Cannes red carpet looks in the past. She made her debut in 2002, in a blazing yellow saree and golden traditional Indian jewelry, and descended ..
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In 2007, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan flaunted an off-white strapless gown by Giorgio Armani as she walked the red carpet with husband Abhishek Bachchan for the first time after the two tied the knot. The actress wore a stunning diamond necklace, and carried a matching purse for the event. The actress kept her makeup peachy with an overload of blush.
In 2007, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan flaunted an off-white strapless gown by Giorgio Armani as she walked the red carpet with husband Abhishek Bachchan for the first time after the two tied the knot. The ..
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In 2012, the actress was vehemently criticized for post-pregnancy weight gain but the ‘Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam’ star silenced all her critics when she appeared on the Cannes red carpet in a mid-night blue black flowy gown by Elie Saab. She looked so stunning, and carried herself so gracefully that critics couldn’t find any flaw.
In 2012, the actress was vehemently criticized for post-pregnancy weight gain but the ‘Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam’ star silenced all her critics when she appeared on the Cannes red carpet in a mid-night ..
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Another time, when Aishwarya Rai Bachchan was a bonafide red carpet goddess was when she wore a Golden silhouette Roberto Cavalli mermaid gown as she glided down the red carpet to attend the 'Two Days, One Night' premiere in 2014. The actress sported big beachy curls, and completed the breathtakingly beautiful look with red lips.
Another time, when Aishwarya Rai Bachchan was a bonafide red carpet goddess was when she wore a Golden silhouette Roberto Cavalli mermaid gown as she glided down the red carpet to attend the 'Two Day..
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Another memorable appearance was in 2017, when Aishwarya Rai Bachchan climbed the hallowed steps of Cannes Film Festival entryway in a magnificent powder blue Cinderella dress that had beautiful leaf motifs embroidered on it. She looked like she had walked straight out of a fairytale in that off-shoulder number. The couture gown was designed by Michael Cinco and the actress wore it to the ‘Okja’ premiere.
Another memorable appearance was in 2017, when Aishwarya Rai Bachchan climbed the hallowed steps of Cannes Film Festival entryway in a magnificent powder blue Cinderella dress that had beautiful leaf..
Asked if there was pressure to represent India internationally, Gaurav said he just went with his instincts.
"I want to celebrate the person that I'm dressing. It's more (about) the person and the brand. For me, people are people, we're all in the same universe," he said.
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