Cannes 2026: Alia Bhatt Opens India's Account On Red Carpet, Channels Disney Princess Energy - PHOTOS

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Bhatt served classic fairytale glamour with a refined modern touch as she arrived at the 79th Cannes Film Festival (2026). This look is her first major fashion statement of the season. This appearance shows Alia embracing a romantic, summer dream aesthetic. Even before appearing on the red carpet, Alia's pictures leaving Hotel Martinez went viral on social media. Meanwhile, the 2026 Cannes Film Festival and surrounding events are taking place in Cannes, France, primarily at the Palais des Festivals et des Congrès on the Boulevard de la Croisette. The festival runs from May 12–23, 2026, with events spanning the city.

Alia Bhatt stuns at Cannes 2026

Alia Bhatt turned heads with a voluminous ball gown featuring a watercolor-style landscape print. The artwork resembles an Impressionist painting, where soft layers of pastel green, sky blue, lavender, and earthy tones resemble a rolling meadow or garden.

Speaking more about the outfit, the gown features a structured corset-style bodice with a neckline and delicate spaghetti straps, providing a sharp contrast to the billowing, floor-length skirt. Keeping with her signature style, her makeup is dewy and minimalistic, focusing on a soft pink lip and a natural glow. Her hair is swept to one side and tied in a gentle low bun, highlighting the delicate design of the dress as the main attraction. Meanwhile, Alia has kept jewelry very subtle, mostly small gold studs—maintaining an effortless luxury feel.Alia has joined a high-profile international lineup including stars like Eva Longoria and Viola Davis. This first look sets a soft, ethereal tone before her highly anticipated appearance on the iconic red carpet at the Palais des Festivals.

Alia Bhatt's work front

Speaking about her professional front, Alia is currently focused on the spy thriller Alpha and Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Love & War. SLB's Love & War is a highly anticipated Hindi romantic drama set against a war backdrop. The makers announced that the film is scheduled for release on January 21, 2027. Starring Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and Vicky Kaushal, the film reportedly features an intense love triangle story, where two strong-willed army officers (Ranveer and Vicky) engage in a dramatic and emotional fight for love.

About Alpha, it marks the first female-led spy action thriller in the YRF Spy Universe, starring Alia Bhatt and Sharvari as elite super-agents. Directed by Shiv Rawail, the plot follows these "Alpha girls" on a high-stakes global mission against a villainous arms dealer, played by Bobby Deol.