Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s regal appearance at the Cannes Film Festival 2025 has stirred a wave of conversation across social media. Dressed in a pristine white saree with bold red sindoor adorning her forehead, the actor’s look captured attention not just for its elegance but for what many believe to be a deeper message.
Fans Link Her Sindoor to Operation Sindoor
Several users online suggested that Aishwarya’s red sindoor might subtly honour Operation Sindoor—India’s recent military strike targeting terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir. This overnight operation, conducted on May 7–8, was India’s response to the devastating terror attack in Pahalgam, where 25 Indians and a Nepali citizen lost their lives.
Aishwarya Rai’s symbolical gesture of support and appreciation for operation sindoor 🫡🫡 pic.twitter.com/CntZfHMFGD
— Queen Aishwarya Rai Fan (@QueenAishwarya1) May 21, 2025
Aishwarya Rai has given the biggest shoutout and support to Operating Sindoor by donning Sindoor for her highly anticipated Cannes appearance which is far more impactful and iconic than simply posting about the mission on a insta story. pic.twitter.com/BXKoMjA8UY
— I love Aishwarya ❤️ (@centurysum1) May 21, 2025
This is her tribute to operation Sindoor & Indian soldiers at Cannes 🇮🇳
Proud to be her fan #AishwaryaRaiBachchan #Cannes2025 @adgpi #OperationSindooor pic.twitter.com/FUlu5qHidj— Aishwarya Rai Fan ❤ (@in_aishwarya) May 21, 2025
The Cannes appearance came just days after the military response, prompting viewers to interpret her traditional attire and sindoor as more than just fashion. “Representing Operation Sindoor,” one user wrote. Another commented, “She dedicated this to Operation Sindoor. Such a beautiful lady.” A third shared, “I’m so proud of Aishwarya Rai. Regardless of all the hate, she showed up as strong and as beautiful as ever. That too wearing sindoor in the midst of Operation Sindoor.” Another fan added, “Aishwarya Rai’s symbolical gesture of support and appreciation for Operation Sindoor.”
Appearance Also Seen as Personal Statement Amid Rumours
Apart from the patriotic interpretation, many fans also considered Aishwarya’s look as a subtle but strong message regarding her personal life. The actress and her husband, actor Abhishek Bachchan, have faced persistent rumours about marital strain since 2024. Speculation grew due to their solo appearances and minimal online interaction, but the couple has recently appeared together more frequently, seemingly putting on a united front.
Aishwarya’s prominent sindoor at Cannes has been viewed by many as her quiet yet confident rebuttal to ongoing gossip about her relationship status.
Current and Upcoming Work
On the professional front, Aishwarya was last seen portraying Nandini in Ponniyin Selvan: II, directed by Mani Ratnam. Abhishek Bachchan’s most recent project was the Amazon Prime film Be Happy.
