Aishwarya Rai Bachchan was spotted at the Mumbai airport on Thursday night with her daughter Aaradhya Bachchan, sparking strong speculation that the duo is heading to the Cannes Film Festival. The sighting comes amid ongoing discussions online about Aishwarya’s delayed appearance at this year’s prestigious international film event.

The actor kept her airport style elegant yet understated, choosing an all-black outfit for the journey. She appeared relaxed and cheerful while interacting with photographers stationed outside the terminal. Before making her way inside, Aishwarya also paused to pose for a photograph with a young fan, a gesture that quickly drew appreciation on social media. Aaradhya was seen walking beside her mother throughout the airport appearance.

Aishwarya has remained one of India’s most recognised and celebrated faces at Cannes for over two decades. She first attended the festival in 2002 during the premiere of Devdas alongside Shah Rukh Khan and filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali. Her appearance at the event marked a significant moment for Indian cinema on the global stage.

The following year, she returned to Cannes as the ambassador of an international beauty brand and has since become a regular attendee. Over the years, Aishwarya’s red carpet appearances have consistently attracted global attention. Whether wearing glamorous gowns, traditional Indian attire, or experimenting with bold beauty looks, she has continued to remain a major highlight of the festival and a favourite among fashion enthusiasts worldwide.