Aishwarya Rai's Cannes Film Festival debut in 2002. The actor attended the world premiere of her film 'Devdas', alongside co-star Shah Rukh Khan and director, Sanjay Leela Bhansali. She made her Cannes red carpet debut in a bright yellow-gold Neeta Lulla saree in a classic Indian drape with a heavily embellished blouse. Western media described her as a " Bollywood goddess "

In 2003, Aishwarya Rai was spotted for her 2nd consecutive year at Cannes Film Festival. The actor attended the premiere of 'The Matrix Reloaded' in a Neeta Lulla saree with a strapless red corset-style blouse. It was a bold move on a traditional saree but is now an iconic risqué. The couture moment was completed with chunky gold jewelry and high stilettos

At the 61st Cannes Film Festival in 2008, Aishwarya Rai made an appearance in a radiant green strapless gown by Armani Privé, featuring intricate floral embroidery and a structured silhouette. Her ensemble was completed by a pair of diamond earrings, exuding timeless elegance. The actress was present for the premiere of 'Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull'

At the 2009 Cannes Film Festival, Aishwarya Rai graced the red carpet in a strapless white Roberto Cavalli gown featuring tiered ruffles and a fishtail silhouette, complemented by a pink Swarovski clutch. The actor was invited to the premiere of Disney-Pixar's 'Up'

At the 64th Cannes Film Festival in 2011, Aishwarya Rai marked her 15th year at the annual film festival at the premiere of 'Sleeping Beauty'. Aishwarya walked the red carpet in a navy and white color-blocked gown from Armani Privé. The strapless gown featured a corset-like bodice and asymmetrical hemline, she complemented the look with diamond studs and nude lip gloss

Aishwarya Rai's 2012 Cannes Film Festival appearance was a flooring return just months after giving birth to her daughter, Aaradhya. She was seen in a midnight blue Elie Saab gown featuring sheer sleeves, intricate embellishments, and a subtle train. Aishwarya attended the premiere of 'Cosmopolis' at the 65th Cannes Film Festival

Aishwarya Rai at the 66th Cannes Film Festival in 2013, at the premiere of 'Inside Llewyn Davis'. She wore a stunning black lace Elie Saab Couture gown from the Spring 2013 collection paired with minimal jewellery completed the ensemble. This appearance marked her 12th consecutive year at Cannes

At the 67th Cannes Film Festival in 2014, Aishwarya Rai made a stunning return to the red carpet  with a show-stopping appearance in a golden Roberto Cavalli gown, marking one of her most iconic red carpet moments to date. The actor was there for the premiere of 'Two Days, One Night'

At the 69th Cannes Film Festival in 2016, Aishwarya Rai wore a stunning gold-embellished cape gown by Ali Younes, a Kuwaiti designer. The gown featured intricate beading and a flowing silhouette, excuding elegance and sophistication and was paired with a bold eye makeup. The actor made a memorable appearance at the premiere of 'Slack Bay (Ma Loute)

At the 70th Cannes Film Festival in 2017, Aishwarya Rai delivered one of her most iconic red carpet moments in a Michael Cinco. She lived her Cinderella moment in a breathtaking, ice-blue ball off-shoulder gown featuring intricate floral embroidery and a sweeping train. Her makeup transformed the look into a princess-like ensemble

At the 71st Cannes Film Festival in 2018, Aishwarya Rai was seen ina  mesmerizing butterfly-inspired gown designed by Michael Cinco for that year's screening of 'Les Filles Du Soleil'. This strapless masterpeice featured a vibrant pallete of ultraviolet, blue, red and hints of green mimicking the intricate patterns of a butterfly wings

At the 76th Cannes Film Festival in 2019, Aishwarya Rai was seen in a strapless, ruffled peplum corset with delicate d'espirit trousers, all enveloped by a voluminous feathered cape by Ashi Studio, creating a dramatic and ethereal effect. Aishwarya was attending the premiere of 'Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny'

At the 75th Cannes Film Festival in 2022, for the premiere of 'Armageddon Time', Aishwarya Rai wore a custom lilac gown by Indian designer, Gaurav Gupta. The sculptural ensemble was inspired by 'The Birth of Venus' featuring silver-embellished pleated details and a shell-like structure behind her shoulders. The gown was adorned with thousands of glass beads and crystals taking 3,500 man-hours

At the 77th Cannes Film Festival in 2024, Aishwarya Rai made a striking appearance at the premiere of 'Megalopolis'. The actor wore a custom black and white gown by Falguni Shane Peacock, featuring a corset-inspired silhouette and a floor-sweeping train with hand-beaten molten gold flowers and plates. She stunned the look despite wearing a white cast on her right hand