Alia Bhatt REACTS To 'Nobody Noticed You At Cannes Film Festival' Comment: Why Pity...

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video featuring Alia Bhatt from the 2026 Cannes Film Festival sparked social media chatter when it appeared that some international photographers had allegedly ignored the actress on the red carpet. In the clip, several paparazzi in the background can be seen lowering their cameras or turning away as she posed, leading to claims that she was being overlooked. The clip quickly went viral, attracting trolling and debates online. However, many fans defended Alia. Amid this, Alia shared a series of pictures from the festival under which one social media user commented "nobody noticed you at Cannes Film Festival" to which the actress gave a sharp reply.

Alia Bhatt hits back at trolls

Alia Bhatt took to Instagram and shared a reel showcasing her royal look in a silk saree-gown from the Cannes Film Festival. In the comments section, a person wrote, “What a pity, no one noticed you,” to which Alia gracefully commented, “Why pity love? You noticed me.”

Supporting Alia, fans praised her response. One fan wrote, “I see why people are mad, she slayed every look.” Another commented that she ate her up with this reply and added that she has stolen the entire spot at Cannes.”

Aly Goni defends Alia Bhatt

Aly Goni expressed sadness over people criticizing Alia Bhatt, saying that it was disheartening when fellow countrymen tried to pull down someone who had worked hard to represent India on the global stage. He mentioned that Alia had achieved what many could only dream of and had represented the country at Cannes with grace and pride. He stressed that instead of mocking or trolling, those who make India shine internationally should be respected and supported. He added that the nation reaches greater heights when citizens do not demean each other but help each other improve.

Alia Bhatt's work front

Speaking about Alia's work front, she is currently waiting for the release of her upcoming spy-action thriller Alpha. Directed by Shiv Rawail, the film is the seventh instalment in the YRF Spy Universe. The other 6 films are Tiger, Tiger Zinda Hai, War, Pathaan, Tiger 3, and War 2. Alpha also stars Anil Kapoor, Bobby Deol, and Sharvari and is scheduled to release in theatres on July 10, 2026.On the other hand, she also has Love & War in the pipeline. The romantic drama, directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, also stars Ranbir Kapoor and Vicky Kaushal in the lead roles and will be released on January 21, 2027.