India at Oscars: From Deepika Padukone to Priyanka Chopra; celebs who made heads turn on the red carpet

By , New Delhi
Published on Mar 10, 2024 11:03 am IST

Check out Indian celebs' past Oscars red carpet looks, from Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's shimmery brown gown to Priyanka Chopra's ivory bodycon dress.

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The biggest night in the entertainment calendar is finally upon us - the 96th Academy Awards. We can't wait to see which stars and films will take home the awards in various categories this year. Fashion lovers are on the edge of their seats to see what styles their favourite celebrities will bring to the red carpet this year. While we wait for the official ceremony to begin, let's take a look at the Indian celebrities who have stunned on the Oscars red carpet in the past.(Instagram) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Mar 10, 2024 11:03 am IST

The biggest night in the entertainment calendar is finally upon us - the 96th Academy Awards. We can't wait to see which stars and films will take home the awards in various categories this year. Fashion lovers are on the edge of their seats to see what styles their favourite celebrities will bring to the red carpet this year. While we wait for the official ceremony to begin, let's take a look at the Indian celebrities who have stunned on the Oscars red carpet in the past.(Instagram)

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Deepika Padukone attended the Oscars 2023 ceremony and turned heads on the red carpet with her mesmerising look. She opted for a long black Louis Vuitton gown with an off-the-shoulder velvet number in a mermaid silhouette. With a pear-shaped yellow diamond necklace, glam make-up and her hair tied up in a bun, she oozed glamour.(Instagram) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Mar 10, 2024 11:03 am IST

Deepika Padukone attended the Oscars 2023 ceremony and turned heads on the red carpet with her mesmerising look. She opted for a long black Louis Vuitton gown with an off-the-shoulder velvet number in a mermaid silhouette. With a pear-shaped yellow diamond necklace, glam make-up and her hair tied up in a bun, she oozed glamour.(Instagram)

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Bollywood actress and former Miss World Aishwarya Rai graced the red carpet at the 2011 Academy Awards with her husband Abhishek Bachchan. The actress swept the fashion police off their feet in her brown and copper Armani Privé off-shoulder body-hugging gown. She opted for beautifully embellished shoulder dusters, paired with smoky eyes and nude glossy lips to go with her voluminous waves.(Instagram) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Mar 10, 2024 11:03 am IST

Bollywood actress and former Miss World Aishwarya Rai graced the red carpet at the 2011 Academy Awards with her husband Abhishek Bachchan. The actress swept the fashion police off their feet in her brown and copper Armani Privé off-shoulder body-hugging gown. She opted for beautifully embellished shoulder dusters, paired with smoky eyes and nude glossy lips to go with her voluminous waves.(Instagram)

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Priyanka Chopra attended her first Oscars in 2016. The actress wore a floor-length white lace couture gown from the spring 2016 collection by Zuhair Murad. The actress attended the 2017 ceremony in a beautiful silver and white Ralph & Russo gown. The sleek outfit featured a textured corset and was hand embellished with metallic crystals. She accessorised her look with Jimmy Choo shoes and Lorraine Schwartz jewellery. For the after-party, she wore a black saree.(Instagram) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Mar 10, 2024 11:03 am IST

Priyanka Chopra attended her first Oscars in 2016. The actress wore a floor-length white lace couture gown from the spring 2016 collection by Zuhair Murad. The actress attended the 2017 ceremony in a beautiful silver and white Ralph & Russo gown. The sleek outfit featured a textured corset and was hand embellished with metallic crystals. She accessorised her look with Jimmy Choo shoes and Lorraine Schwartz jewellery. For the after-party, she wore a black saree.(Instagram)

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Freida Pinto received worldwide acclaim for her debut film and stunned fashionistas with her beautiful royal blue gown. She donned a sheer one-shoulder gown with ruffles and appliqué work. She accessorised with stunning blue diamond earrings. She wore her hair in a messy bun. Have a look at this photo of Freida with Dev Patel, Anil Kapoor and Irrfan Khan from the 2009 Academy Awards.(Instagram) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Mar 10, 2024 11:03 am IST

Freida Pinto received worldwide acclaim for her debut film and stunned fashionistas with her beautiful royal blue gown. She donned a sheer one-shoulder gown with ruffles and appliqué work. She accessorised with stunning blue diamond earrings. She wore her hair in a messy bun. Have a look at this photo of Freida with Dev Patel, Anil Kapoor and Irrfan Khan from the 2009 Academy Awards.(Instagram)

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Mallika Sherawat attended the 2011 Oscar Awards. The actress chose a glittering white dress with a thigh high slit. Mallika makes a fashion statement in a glittering gown with a sweetheart neckline and bodycon fit. The actress completed her look with long earrings.(Instagram) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Mar 10, 2024 11:03 am IST

Mallika Sherawat attended the 2011 Oscar Awards. The actress chose a glittering white dress with a thigh high slit. Mallika makes a fashion statement in a glittering gown with a sweetheart neckline and bodycon fit. The actress completed her look with long earrings.(Instagram)

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