Aishwarya Rai Ends No-Show Speculation
Insiders believe the suspense helped keep her in the spotlight ahead of her Cannes appearance
After days of online speculation around whether Aishwarya Rai Bachchan would skip Cannes Film Festival this year, industry insiders believe the suspense may have actually helped keep her in the headlines, with some suggesting the delayed appearance only added to curiosity around her Cannes presence.
The actress, along with daughter Aaradhya, left Mumbai on Friday, effectively putting all speculation to rest. Aishwarya is expected to walk the iconic Cannes red carpet during the festival’s closing ceremony.
A source close to Aishwarya told this writer, “L’Oréal and Aishwarya share a long-standing association. She represents the brand globally, and over the years, she herself has become a global brand presence at Cannes.”
Her delayed arrival had triggered widespread online discussion, especially as several Indian celebrities and influencers made appearances at the festival earlier this week.