The Palais des Festivals et des Congrès is buzzing with excitement as the 78th annual Cannes Film Festival unfolds, and all eyes are on Alia Bhatt, who has officially arrived, dispelling rumors that she would be skipping her debut. The initial speculation arose amidst growing tensions between India and Pakistan, leading some media outlets to report that she had cancelled her appearance in solidarity. However, those reports have now been put to rest.

Alia Bhatt is attending Cannes 2025 as a global ambassador for L'Oréal Paris, adding another feather to her cap after making her Hollywood debut and gracing the Met Gala red carpet for two consecutive years. The actress, who debuted in Bollywood in 2012, has become known for her versatile roles and captivating presence, making her a perfect fit for representing L'Oréal Paris at such a prestigious international event.

Earlier in May, Alia had expressed her excitement about her Cannes debut on social media, stating, "There's something absolutely special about firsts, and I'm so excited to make my Festival de Cannes debut this year, an iconic celebration of cinema and self-expression. It is such an honour to represent L'Oréal Paris at the Festival with this year's theme, 'Lights, Beauty and Action'."

Adding to the initial confusion, reports had surfaced suggesting that Alia had chosen to remain in India to show support for the country during the period of heightened geopolitical tension. Some sources indicated that she might consider attending at a later date if the situation stabilized, but for the opening ceremony, she would stay back. This led to widespread disappointment among fans eager to see her walk the red carpet.

However, it has now been confirmed that Alia Bhatt will be attending the closing ceremony of the festival. Sources close to the actress revealed that she was committed to her duties as a global ambassador and would be present despite earlier uncertainties. According to sources, Alia had to complete shooting intense scenes for Sanjay Leela Bhansali's film, Love And War, alongside Ranbir Kapoor and Vicky Kaushal. The emotional demands of these scenes meant that she could only travel to Cannes after finishing them.

Alongside Alia Bhatt, other prominent Indian celebrities are also gracing the Cannes red carpet, including Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, a Cannes veteran known for her iconic style. Urvashi Rautela and Shalini Passi are also among the Indian contingent, adding to the glamour and celebration of Indian cinema and fashion on the global stage.

The Cannes Film Festival remains a significant platform for cultural and cinematic exchange, honoring both legendary actors and rising stars. For Indian stars, it is an opportunity to represent their country and showcase their talent and fashion sense to a global audience. Alia Bhatt's presence at the festival is highly anticipated, and her fans eagerly await her red carpet appearance.