Actress Aditi Rao Hydari captured the attention of the international fashion world on May 16, 2026, by choosing a traditional Indian look for her appearance at the Cannes Film Festival.
Fashion and Styling Details:
- The Saree: Aditi wore a custom-made, delicate champagne-gold sheer organza saree designed by Monica and Karishma of the label JADE. The outfit featured elegant gold leaf and intricate sitara (sequin) embroidery that shimmered subtly in the sunlight.
- The Blouse: She paired the saree with a modern metallic gold sleeveless blouse designed with a sweetheart neckline.
- Jewelry: Her look was elevated by a heavy antique gold choker from Indriya Jewels, which was detailed with striking green emerald drops.
- Hair and Makeup: Styled by Sanam Ratansi, Aditi’s hair was tied in a neat traditional braid. Her makeup, done by Coralie Pucci, featured a matte base, softly defined eyes, and a deep berry-toned lip.
A Tribute to Tradition: Aditi shared her look on Instagram with the playful caption, “Wearing a saree… the traditional way. Revolutionary, I know.” In a festival often filled with experimental and dramatic western couture, her choice to embrace handcrafted Indian heritage was praised by fans and fashion critics as “ethereal” and “timeless.”
Other Notable Appearances: The same day, Aditi also showcased a “Riviera chic” look, wearing a striped halter-neck maxi dress by The IQ Collection, accessorized with oversized sunglasses and beach waves. Other Indian stars, including Huma Qureshi (in a plum Banarasi saree) and Alia Bhatt, also made headlines for celebrating Indian craftsmanship at the prestigious event.
Upcoming Projects: On the professional front, Aditi Rao Hydari was recently seen in the film Gandhi Talks. She is currently preparing for several upcoming projects, including Lioness, Parivaarik Manoranjan, and the Netflix series O Saathi Re.
