Aishwarya Rai set social media ablaze on Wednesday after dropping two rare new photos from the Red Sea Film Festival 2025, instantly reminding fans why she continues to hold her place as a global icon. Known for posting sparingly, the actor’s unexpected update created a massive buzz online.
In the pictures, Aishwarya appears regal in a sleek black gown paired with an emerald neckpiece, her hair left open in soft waves. A close-up shot highlighting her flawless skin and smokey eyes drew particular attention, with fans flooding the comments in admiration.Comments such as “This looks like 1994 Aish!”, “The woman doesn’t age,” and “She’s literally turned back time” dominated the section.
A video from the festival’s press conference also went viral, capturing the moment Aishwarya walked on stage after an enthusiastic introduction. Flashing her signature smile, she responded, “That is such a generous welcome,” winning over the audience instantly.
Alongside her stunning public appearances, Aishwarya continues her advocacy work through L’Oréal Paris’ “Stand Up Against Street Harassment” initiative, supporting global conversations on women’s safety.On the film front, Aishwarya was last seen in Mani Ratnam’s Ponniyin Selvan: II, where she played dual roles as Nandini and Mandakini Devi.