Why Aishwarya Rai is Cannes royalty

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan finally arrived at Cannes 2026 and instantly took over the internet. 

Alia Bhatt. Aditi Rao Hydari. Huma Qureshi. Urvashi Rautela.
Everyone had their moment this year. But for many Indian fans, Cannes never truly begins until Aishwarya walks the red carpet.