Bollywood celebrities have often made an impeccable impression on red carpets. Sashaying down the ramp in designer ensembles makes it difficult to take our eyes off them. We simply love how these B-town ladies make their presence known even in the international circuit. While some like Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Sonam Kapoor are red-carpet veterans, 2023 witnessed some actresses making their debut in the global red-carpet events. And they surely made heads turn with their sartorial picks. With a few days left before we say goodbye to 2023, let's take a look back at some stunning red-carpet debuts of B-town stars.
1. Deepika Padukone
Deepika Padukone was a work of art as she strutted the red carpet at the 95th Academy Awards ceremony. The actress truly exceeded all expectations in an ethereal all-black off-shoulder gown by Louis Vuitton. Reviving the old-world Hollywood charm, Deepika styled her velvet gown with matching evening gloves. The figure-hugging silhouette flew down to form a structured A-line bottom. She picked a drop yellow diamond necklace, stacked bangles, and rings over her gloves by Cartier from the accessories aisle.
2. Alia Bhatt
Alia Bhatt painted a dreamy picture at her Met Gala 2023 debut, stealing our hearts for the millionth time. The actress turned muse to designer Prabal Gurung impressing fashion critics in a heavily pearl-embellished white gown. She embodied a real-life princess from a fairytale land in the plunging neckline ensemble, featuring thin straps, and ballon-like fall cascading down the length.
3. Anushka Sharma
She might be all goofy in real life, but when it comes to channelise her inner femininity, no one does it better than Anushka Sharma. The actress made her presence known at her maiden Cannes 2023 in a Richard Quinn off-the-shoulder mermaid gown. The figure-hugging gown featured 3D floral ruffles on the shoulders, creating a voluminous effect. The rest of her attire boasted flower accents, geometric embroidery, and subtle sequins elevating her charm.
4. Sara Ali Khan
Sara Ali Khan's red carpet debut at the Cannes 2023 was a mic-drop moment. The actress took the ramp in an Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla Couture ensemble. The monochrome outfit featured a chic halter-neck blouse, embellished with black and white beads, and encrusted with crystals and rows of pearl adornments. A trailing white satin skirt cinched at the waist with an intricate play of black and white beads and crystals, sealed her modern Indian fashion.
5. Manushi Chillar
Manushi Chillar appeared coming straight from a fairyland as she walked the red carpet at Cannes 2023. For the prestigious event, the actress picked a pristine white corseted gown by Fovari. The strapless gown featured a plunging sweetheart neckline that flew down to form an asymmetrical ruffled hem with a train. Leaving her curled hair open, she styled her look with a contrasting emerald green necklace.
6. Alia Bhatt
Alia Bhatt was an elegant debutante at the recent Red Sea Film Festival in Jeddah. The actress slipped into a grey gown coming from the shelves of Miss Sohee Spring Summer 2023. The fitted number highlighted the purple and black floral embellishments. Alia styled her outfit with voluminous detachable gloves in grey, to match the ensemble. To complete her look she opted for amethyst and diamond earrings.
7. Esha Gupta
Esha Gupta's fashion prowess is not a secret to us. And her Cannes 2023 debut stood as a testament. Exuding confidence, she walked the red carpet in a floaty ivory, blush-pink gown from the shelves of designer Nicolas Jebran. The ensemble came with a risque thigh slit, flowy sleeves, an OTT collar and a beautiful lacy flower adornment on one side.
8. Deepika Padukone
Deepika Padukone seems to be in love with velvet lately. The actress attended the 2023 Academy Museum Gala in sheer elegance. For her starry presence, Deepika picked an electric blue velvet gown, which was honestly dipped in Hollywood glamour. With a figure-hugging bodice, the ensemble featured one shoulder strap that led to a strapless sweetheart neckline. Its form-fitted bodice flew down to form a circular train at the hem. Simply pairing it with diamond danglers, bracelets and a few rings was enough to make a sartorial impact in the most minimally chic way.
9. Diana Penty
Diana Penty made her red carpet debut at Cannes in 2019. And she totally slayed in a beige-coloured gown. Embellished with sequins and crystals, the strapless number was a Nedret Taciroglu-crafted ensemble that featured fox feathers on her voluminous skirt, creating a regal effect.
10. Mrunal Thakur
Donning whites has become a red carpet staple for many debutantes. The same rule applied for Mrunal Thakur. Charming her way into the Cannes 2023 event, the Sita Raman actress picked out a Falguni Shane Peacock white cut-out gown. The jaw-dropping attire was adorned with multiple cut-outs with a long train serving an extra case of drama. A ruffled detailing in the front gave a unique swirly fashion.
11. Mouni Roy
Mouni Roy is a fashion trailblazer who often shells out major fashion goals. At the Cannes 2023, the Brahmastra actress enjoyed every bit of attention in an Atelier Zuhra white feathered gown. The strapless outfit boasted corset bustiers, with a sheer sequin play at work. The feathery floor-grazing skirt elevated the allure further.
Which of these debuts was your favourite?