No fashion police, just a slow clap: Bollywood stars at Cannes 2016

Among Bollywood celebrities, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Sonam Kapoor, and Mallika Sherawat have had the most-talked-about appearances at Cannes Film Festival this year. We bring to you glimpses of how they fared at the red carpet and beyond it at the French Riviera. (Agencies)

Updated on: May 21, 2016 10:09 AM IST

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Among Bollywood celebrities, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Sonam Kapoor, and Mallika Sherawat have had the most-talked-about appearances at Cannes Film Festival this year. We bring to you glimpses of how they fared at the red carpet and beyond it at the French Riviera. (Agencies)

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Sonam looked stunning in a black strapless dress by Ralph & Russo that she wore for the Chopard party on May 16. (Instagram/Sonam Kapoor)

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Sonam Kapoor wore a gold embroidered Ralph & Russo gown, accessorised it with jhumkas, and accentuated by minimal makeup at the amfAR Gala on Thursday. (AFP)

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Sonam made her Cannes red carpet appearances on May 15 and May 16. For both her outings, she picked white Ralph & Russo creations that received mixed reactions. (PTI)

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Sonam Kapoor attended the Cannes Film Festival for the sixth time this year. (Twitter/Instagram)

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The actor looked every bit the diva she is in her many avatars. (Instagram/Sonam Kapoor)

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Sonam in an ivory Anamika Khanna outfit as she arrived at the Nice airport . (Instagram/L’Oreal Paris)

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The actor also sported a printed outfit by Anamika Khanna. (Instagram/L’Oreal Paris)

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Selfie time for the Sarbjit gang. Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Jackky Bhagnani, Richa Chadha with others. But wait, where is Sarbjit? (REUTERS)

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Actor Aishwarya Rai Bachchan (Right) takes a selfie as she poses on the red carpet as she arrives for the screening of the film Mal de pierres with Sarbjit director Omung Kumar . (REUTERS)

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The Jazbaa actor was joined by her co-star Richa Chadha, director Omung Kumar and producer Jackky Bhagnani for the screening and the press conference. However, lead actor Randeep Hooda gave it a miss. (Instagram)

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Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s upcoming film Sarbjit was premiered at the Cannes Film Festival on Sunday (May 15). (Instagram)

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The is based on the life of Indian farmer Sarabjit Singh, who strayed into Pakistan, was convicted of terrorism and spying in Pakistan and sentenced to death. He died following a brutal attack by fellow prisoners in a jail. (Instagram)

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This year, Aishwarya, who opted for bold colours like golden, red and purple, made statement after statement with her long flowing gowns, and high-definition make up. Marking her 15th year at Cannes, Aishwarya’s first look on the red carpet was a golden Ali Younes Couture gown, which dazzled in golden. (AP)

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She flaunted a red ruffled gown from New York-based designer Naeem Khan for press interactions on Saturday morning. She was also representing the brand L’Oréal. (AP)

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She then wore an Elie Saab gown, turning heads on the red carpet white attending the premiere of Steven Spielberg’s The BFG. (REUTERS)

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Sheer gown, bold lips for the win! Owning this motto is Aishwarya’s look on her finale day (Sunday) where she appeared on the red carpet with her Sarbjit team. For all those who complained about Aishwarya playing too safe all these year, this is her answer. (Instagram)

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Cannes regular Mallika Sherawat was the first Bollywood actor to walk the red carpet at the festival’s opening night on Wednesday. The actor was wearing a Gorges Hobeika gown and a diamond neckpiece from Mellerio. (Instagram)

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Actress Mallika Sherawat took to the Cannes red carpet dressed to the nines in a gorgeous Georges Hobeika silver gown at the screening of the film The BFG. (Instagram)

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Bollywood actor Sonam Kapoor took centrestage at the Cannes red carpet in a custom Ralph & Russo saree-inspired gown late on Sunday. (AP)

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The actor flaunted Chopard jewellery and Ferragamo shoes to go with the look. The beautiful white gown was paired with flushed pink lips, dewy make-up and her hair was styled in soft loose waves that cascaded over her shoulder. (REUTERS)