Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Alia Bhatt’s Cannes 2026 appearances trigger fan wars on social media

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Alia Bhatt's appearances at the Cannes Film Festival 2026 have left the internet divided, with fans of both stars pitting their idols against the other.Soon, after the pictures of Ash's big red carpet moment surfaced online, the comment sections turned into an Aishwarya vs Alia battle ground. Several users shared their views on social media, with some siding with the Ash as the best dressed, while others picked Alia.According to the IANS report, an X user wrote, “Don’t you ever dare compare with Aishwarya.” Another netizen commented, “Aish was on another level when she was Alia’s age.”On the other hand, an Alia Bhatt fan defended the actress and wrote, “Alia Bhatt any day." Meanwhile, another Aishwarya Rai Bachchan admirer commented, “Aishwarya ate this look.”One social media user also wrote, “Difference of elegance seen in both pictures.” Some users also urged fans not to pit the actresses against each other. “Why do you even have to compare them on Day 1? This is Aishwarya’s time now. Let us enjoy this,” read one comment. Another user wrote, “Alia & Aish fans better not be fighting in the comments.”Talking about Alia Bhatt's Cannes appearance, the actress opted for a soft blush pink body-con gown. Alia was seen walking the red carpet on the 12th of May at the opening of the film festival. Several social media users trolled the actress over videos alleging that photographers 'ignored' her on the red carpet.Meanwhile, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan brought her signature royal aura to Cannes in a dramatic royal blue shimmering bodycon gown. The actress marked her presence at the film festival on Friday night.At another event, she was spotted posing for the paparazzi along with daughter Aaradhya Bachchan. In the picture going viral on social media, Aishwarya was seen rocking a stunning baby-pink ensemble with floral detailing and a sheer cape. Joining her on the red carpet was her teen daughter, Aaradhya, who complemented her mother beautifully in a satin red gown paired with a shimmery cape.On the work front, Alia Bhatt will next feature in 'Alpha', co-starring Sharvari and Bobby Deol. She also has Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 'Love and War' with Ranbir Kapoor and Vicky Kaushal.Meanwhile, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan was last seen in Mani Ratnam's 'Ponniyn Selvan' film franchise.