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Did Bollywood get Cannes 2022 right?

Did Bollywood get Cannes 2022 right?

Deepika Padukone, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Pooja Hegde all walked the red carpet and we have our magnifying glass out.
Updated 20 May, 2022

There is no secret as to why red carpets are red — like traffic lights, they scream at you to stop and demand all of your attention. Anyone who walks on the scarlet piece of cloth knows they have to bring their A game and so when it's time for Cannes and the world is watching, you bring it. And Bollywood stars brought ... something.

To assess whether Bollywood celebrities jumped through the style law hoops perfectly or crashed against the rings, we've rounded up some of the attendees' looks at Cannes this year.

Deepika Padukone

Actor Deepika Padukone is a fashion icon who has only expanded in terms of mass appeal through the years and so when it's her turn to walk the carpet, all eyes are on her.

On day 1, the Gehraiyaan actor chose her go-to designer Sabyasachi and went all out. She donned a black and gold striped sari that gave off a very retro vibe, especially with the headband she slipped into her choice of accessories. The heavily sequined sari that caught light with every movement was paired with her hair swept in a bun and huge earrings.

The outfit could have rocked in another era and at another event but not at Cannes. The overall look was too dark and glittery for a daytime red carpet appearance. We're fans of a statement eyeliner and believe it works any time of the day, but this application was messy and just made the whole look appear heavy. Also, one thing Padukone's makeup artist needs to keep in mind is beauty looks tend to differ in reality as opposed to certain angles on Instagram.

Photos: Deepiika Padukone/Instagram
Photos: Deepiika Padukone/Instagram

Padukone's day three look, however, is more on par and kept up with the times. We're also partial to it because minimalism takes the cake for us.

She wore a monochrome red peplum Louis Vuitton dress paired with a chunky, layered Cartier necklace — and it all came together to deliver a show-stopper.

Photos: Deepika Padukone/Instagram
Photos: Deepika Padukone/Instagram

Her hairstyle was structured and untamed and her face was almost bare barring red lips, both smart moves on her makeup artist's part as the focus stayed on the knockout dress.

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan

Actor Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's Cannes entry started off with an all pink Valentino suit that may have been neon bright but it didn't catch our attention. The reason why it didn't stand out for us was because it didn't propose anything original since we've already seen that on Zendaya at the Paris Fashion week and Dua Lipa as well.

Photo: Valentino/Instagram
Photo: Valentino/Instagram

Then came the time for the red carpet. For someone who wore a Cinderella-like gown before, we had high expectations for her to don another glamorous gown this time around as well. Unfortunately, that wasn't the case. What we witnessed instead was a black dress that opened outlets for a garden of flowers, making her look like a giant bouquet or a cake with too many flowers on it — something pointed out by the merciless social media commentators.

Photos: AP and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan/Instagram
Photos: AP and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan/Instagram

Had the flowers been structured or had some order in terms of colour or positioning, it might've fared well but it appears as if someone got garlands and fit them inside her dress in a hurry.

We have to give her props for the light pink lipstick and bold eyes that matched the dress perfectly.

On the third day, Bachchan wore Gaurav Gupta's Couture gown that depicted her "rising from the scalloped shell". Though the lavender tone was very soothing to the eyes and tracing the folds of the dress a fun visual experience, the huge shell framing the back of her head threw the look off for us.

Had the shell at the back not reminded us of a gaudy bed frame, the dress may have actually worked. The curled hair swept to the side is a win for sure.

Tamannaah Bhatia

Actor Tamannah Bhatia went with classic colours, black and white, a combination that is very difficult to diss. And the Gauri and Nainika peplum dress, a play on the dimensions of her body, was nothing basic. We're a fan of the mermaid skirt of the dress and the way the white deep scooped neckline gives the illusion of extending into a tail.

Photos: Tamannah Bhatia/Instagram
Photos: Tamannah Bhatia/Instagram

The actor had her hair swept back into curls, making us think of 90s' glamour. She avoided accessories apart from long earrings and we have to say, it was a pretty classy look overall.

Pooja Hegde

For Pooja Hegde, first off, plus points for the monochrome Maison Geyanna Youness dress — the pale pink softened the overall look. We approve of the balance between the tight sequined bodice and the flowy, feathery bottom. We are asking ourselves, though, if too much feathers is a thing.

Photos: Pooja Hegde/Instagram
Photos: Pooja Hegde/Instagram

The actor's makeup, hair and accessory choices are flawless. The combination of her bronzed, glowy face, the sleek ponytail and blingy earrings is just a neat look that doesn't have a hair out of place.

The question remains — did Bollywood bring it? They brought flare for sure. They brought drama, boldness and experimentation. What would become of fashion if it embodied only the trends instead of plunging forward into unknown territories? It would come to a standstill. But a little more experimentation would definitely up their game.

Style is subjective but even fashion needs a balance, the heavy to complement the light, the colours to mesh well with each other instead of clashing and the articles of clothing to be a neat stack instead of a hodgepodge mix. When these silent laws are violated, the sense of sight is an attack.

Which look did you like best? Let us know!


The 75th annual Cannes Film Festival 2022 began on May 17 and will run until May 28.

Comments

Dr. Salaria, Aamir Ahmad May 20, 2022 03:21pm
Who cares?
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Multani May 20, 2022 04:09pm
They are successful and look good.
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TR May 20, 2022 04:29pm
I wonder if they will every show photos of inside the hall where the film festival happens like the program we see at Oscars.
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Constantine May 20, 2022 04:55pm
Then what they should’ve worn, burqa?
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Tadka May 20, 2022 05:27pm
And Bollywood stars brought ... something. But not for you....lol
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Syed Hasni May 20, 2022 05:28pm
For Depika I would only say, It's better to love a short girl... than not a tall. Best of luck Ranveer !
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Sunil May 20, 2022 06:13pm
Why don’t you mention Mahira and Shaan? They too were at Cannes cleaning toilets
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Dr Dummy May 20, 2022 06:16pm
Jealousy has no end!
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jaan marri May 20, 2022 06:17pm
beautiful women and a fabulous dreses
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Syed Ahmed May 20, 2022 07:02pm
Didn't click
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ST May 20, 2022 07:29pm
No one looks good .
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Atul Verma May 20, 2022 09:04pm
No models from Pakistan? Was Abaya or Burqa not allowed?
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arman May 20, 2022 11:32pm
It looks so artificial almost like a plastic fruit hanging on a fake tree.
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Syed Hasni May 20, 2022 11:47pm
@Sunil Sunil Man, Shaan I can expect , but with Mahira it must be a cigarette break
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Art May 21, 2022 12:23am
@Multani says an indian on Pakistani platform! They’re actually Botox ghosts!
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Simba May 21, 2022 12:48am
Actually India showcased their Space program. It helps that they help their heroes despite hiccups.
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Changez Khan May 21, 2022 01:25am
Nobody Cares!!!
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yoyo May 21, 2022 03:40am
Proud moment for India/Indians for being the country of honor at Cannes
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Rao May 21, 2022 07:52am
Does this count as newsworthy...
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Rao May 21, 2022 07:53am
Why so much obsession with Bollywood, accused of showing Pakistanis in bad light.
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JS May 21, 2022 01:00pm
Deepika's red dress is truly lovely.
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Nadeem Shah May 22, 2022 04:26am
Good lord, such desperate wannabe try hards....
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Sama May 22, 2022 07:12am
@Syed Hasni you intimidated by a tall woman eh ??
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Leo May 23, 2022 03:53pm
@Syed Hasni haha good one!
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Aiza May 24, 2022 12:20am
Do we care?
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Dr.Rashes May 24, 2022 12:21am
@Dr. Salaria, Aamir Ahmad: why did you respond, if you don't care ?
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Bimal William May 24, 2022 10:06am
Bollywood is known worldwide n so their stars. Best of luck everyone.
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