Bollywood actress Kiara Advani has found herself at the center of controversy after a video from her Cannes red carpet appearance went viral online. The actress made another stunning appearance, channeling old Hollywood glamour in an off-shoulder pink and black gown with a statement bow and black lace gloves. She wore her hair in a high bun, completing her look with an ornate neckpiece and a statement ring.
Advani was one of six women honored at a dinner hosted by the Red Sea International Film Festival and Vanity Fair Europe on the sidelines of the ongoing Cannes Film Festival in France. While on the red carpet, the actress expressed her excitement about being at the festival, saying, “It’s very humbling. It’s going to be a decade in my career now, so it comes at a very special moment as well. I’m so humbled to be here at Cannes for the first time and being honored by the Red Sea Foundation for Women In Cinema.”
However, Advani’s thick English accent sparked a wave of criticism online. Many took to social media to express their disapproval, accusing the actress of adopting an exaggerated accent during her red carpet appearance. One fan commented, “I love her but why that accent?” Another added, “Indian accent is in no way bad or a degrade then why do these people have to not choose it n ruin the whole damn thing.” Yet another remarked, “Her own accent is really good compared to this.”
The Women In Cinema Gala is one of many high-profile events at the Cannes Film Festival, which annually attracts top talent from around the world. This year’s festival has seen a strong focus on diversity and the representation of women in the industry. As the festival continues, it remains to be seen how this incident will impact Advani’s international image and what steps, if any, she will take to address the criticisms.
