Global icon Aishwarya Rai Bachchan commanded the runway at Paris Fashion Week, walking for celebrated Indian designer Manish Malhotra. The actress served as a muse for Malhotra’s latest couture collection, brilliantly showcasing Indian craftsmanship on the international stage.

The ensemble worn by Bachchan was a bold, custom-made Indian sherwani in a deep indigo hue, a piece the designer described as reimagining traditional menswear through an “androgynous couture lens.” The outfit seamlessly merged heritage elements with a modern, sensual aesthetic.

The Look:

The structured sherwani featured a distinguished silhouette, complete with padded shoulders, full-length sleeves, and a flattering, body-hugging fit that was complemented by elegant side and front slits. The neckline boasted a raised bandhgala collar and a split opening, fastened with diamond-studded buttons. The look was finalized with perfectly tailored flared pants.

The outfit’s grandeur was amplified by its intricate diamond embellishments. Key details included ten-inch cuffs covered in diamond embroidery, layered diamond scallops designed to resemble an opulent necklace, a dramatic diamond tassel drop, and various diamond-encrusted animal brooches.

Styling and Makeup:

For accessories, Bachchan chose high heels, delicate diamond ear studs, and prominent diamond rings. She kept her hair in her signature loose style, parted on one side, adding a soft, romantic contrast to the outfit’s architectural sharpness. Her glamorous makeup focused on a striking bold red lip, sleek eyeliner, soft pink eyeshadow, and perfectly contoured cheeks.

Aishwarya Rai’s appearance was part of the L’Oréal Paris show, themed “Liberté, Égalité, Sororité (Liberty, Equality, Sisterhood),” which showcased the brand’s participation in the Women’s Ready-to-Wear Spring-Summer 2026 collection segment of Paris Fashion Week.