Alia Bhatt is in the news again as she continues adding feathers to her cap. First, it was a box office record, then a Hollywood debut, followed by a national award; now actress Alia Bhatt has walked the ramp at Paris Fashion Week 2024. Equally glamourous was her fellow L’Oréal brand ambassador, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, as both divas flaunted designer wear.
Aishwarya scintillated in an off-shoulder red gown by French label Mossi, while Alia charmed in a stunning custom by Gaurav Gupta. He explained that Alia’s outfit consisted of a ‘metal-cast silver breastplate decorated with entwining snakes and birds,’ completed with black sharara trousers. The outfit was the most acknowledged statement piece, making Alia’s entry onto the global stage truly triumphant.
Reactions, however, were divided on social media. Social media commentators were not particularly kind about her ramp presence; comments referred to her not being supermodel material like Priyanka, Aishwarya, or Sushmita. One user said, “Alia is a good actress but not supermodel material, unlike Priyanka, Aishwarya, or Sushmita.” Another troll commented, “Good joke. She looks lost and out of place. KJo can hand her roles, but even he cannot buy charisma.”
Critics also drew upon Alia’s family connections, with one commenter citing her father, Mahesh Bhatt, and mentor, Karan Johar. Detractors question how she fits among taller models and suggest she paid for her spot on the runway.
Still, amidst the negativity, there came huge support for Alia from her fans: One user commented, “I see the haters crying in the comment section ???????? Alia, be stepping on your necks! ❤️” Another user said, “I am not Indian, but it’s disheartening to see negative comments about Alia Bhatt. She is representing India on a global platform-appreciation is what she deserves.
