Ahead of Cannes 2023, revisiting some timeless red carpet ‘sari moments’ at the coveted film festival

The countdown to one of the most coveted film festivals, the Cannes Film Festival, hosted in France, has begun. Like every year, the biggest stars from across the world are expected to attend the festival. Among them will be some Bollywood stars, who always dress to kill on the red carpet -- and often celebrate the Indian culture by donning a sari. So, ahead of Cannes 2023, let's take a look back at how Bollywood divas adorned this timeless classic at the French Riviera.

In 2013, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan looked stunning in a black and golden Sabyasachi drape that she paired with golden jewellery. As for makeup, she chose bronzed tones and smokey eyes, and styled her hair in a slicked-back bun adorned with intricate head gear. (Source: Aishwarya Rai Bachchan/ Instagram)

The six yards of elegance won Aishwarya's vote yet again as she opted for a shimmery gold sari from Tarun Tahiliani for Cannes Film Festival 2013. She accessorised the look with diamond earrings and a statement clutch. Styling her hair in an updo, she kept her makeup minimal with a glossy lip, mascara and rouged cheeks. (Source: Aishwarya Rai Bachchan/ Instagram)

Deepika Padukone looked regal in a black and golden striped sari by Sabyasachi for Cannes 2022. She complemented the look with statement jewellery. Her dramatic winged liner, bronzed cheeks and nude lip added an edge to her outfit. (Source: Deepika Padukone/ Instagram)

In 2017, Sonam Kapoor dazzled in a pastel blue trouser sari from Masaba Gupta. She teamed the look with silver juttis, dangling earrings, a bracelet and a clutch. She styled her hair in a sleek updo. (Source: Rhea Kapoor/ Instagram)

Once again, Sonam donned a sari for the Cannes Film Festival in 2016. The ensemble included a metallic blue sculpted drape designed by Rimzim Dadu. As for accessories, she opted for statement earrings. She went for pink lips, blush and blue eye shadow for makeup, and styled her hair in sleek bun. (Source: Rhea Kapoor/ Instagram)

In 2019, Kangana Ranaut experimented with a golden Kanjivaram sari by styling it with a custom embellished gold corset by Falguni & Shane Peacock. She completed the look with wine-red opera gloves. (Source: Kangana Ranaut/ Instagram)

Aditi Rao Hydari looked simple yet elegant in a head-to-toe ivory sari with a full-sleeve blouse at Cannes 2022. She accessorised the look with an emerald choker. Styling her hair in a sleek bun, she went for a red lip and mascara for makeup. (Source: Aditi Rao Hydari/ Instagram)

Diana Penty also picked a statement sari for her appearance at Cannes in 2019. The actor donned a pearl white sari gown by Amit Aggarwal. She coordinated the look with a contemporary pearl necklace, matching earrings, bold red lips and a braided updo. (Source: Diana Penty/ Instagram)

Richa Chadha looked lovely in floral printed pastel green sari by Sabyasachi. She teamed the outfit with a metallic blouse, an embellished clutch and dainty earrings. She styled her hair in a messy bun and kept her makeup minimal. (Source: Tanya Ghavri/ Instagram)