Aishwarya Rai Bachchan turned the star of the show at Paris Fashion Week on Monday, September 28, as she walked the runway at Paris Fashion Week in the iconic
backdrop of the Eiffel Tower at Place Joffre. The actor brought a regal element to the star-studded event when he stepped out in a dramatic velvet ensemble by designer Yara Shoemaker. She finished the look with a bright hair colour for a daring, contemporary touch. Her head-turning appearance, along with her sweet interactions with several international stars, became the highlight of her presence for her massive global fandom. Aishwarya, a longtime global ambassador for L'Oréal Paris, was among the many international celebrities who took part in the beauty brand's latest runway showcase. Global ambassadors at the event included Kendall Jenner, Simone Ashley, Eva Longoria, Viola Davis, Jane Fonda and Celine Dion.
Aishwarya shares sweet moment with Celine Dione
One of the evening's biggest talking points came when Aishwarya shared the stage with Celine Dion. The two stars were snapped holding hands before sharing a warm hug and kiss. They then broke into an impromptu dance, and the lighthearted interaction quickly spread across social media.
On the ramp, she was flanked by Simone Ashley, Eva Longoria, Kendall Jenner, and Andie MacDowell.
Aishwarya and Simone Ashley
She was later seen catching up with Bridgerton star Simone Ashley and Heidi Klum backstage. Pictures and videos from the event showed Aishwarya with the international stars, as they celebrated the fashion brand's 'Walk Your Worth' theme, which focuses on confidence, diversity and female solidarity.
Earlier in the day, Aishwarya was also spotted in Paris greeting fans and posing for pictures with daughter Aaradhya Bachchan. She was also seen hugging Amy Jackson during rehearsals.
Aishwarya's 'royal' runway presence wins fans hearts
Aishwarya's ramp walk drew plenty of reactions online, with fans praising the actress for her confidence, poise, and elegance. One social media user wrote on X (formerly Twitter), "Once a Queen, Forever a Queen," while another called the actor "Royalty herself." Photos and clips from the event went viral online, many of them highlighting her runway walk, grace, and commanding presence.
Aishwarya's appearance in Paris adds to her big international fashion and beauty events. The Indian star is also known for her high-profile appearance at the Cannes Film Festival every year.
On the work front
Aishwarya's last theatrical release was Mani Ratnam's Ponniyin Selvan: II, the 2023 historical epic which starred her along with Vikram, Karthi, Trisha Krishnan, Jayaram, Prabhu, R. Sarathkumar, Sobhita Dhulipala, Prakash Raj and other ensemble cast members.
