Alia Bhatt responded calmly to online commentary following a viral clip from the Cannes Film Festival 2026 red carpet, where she appeared briefly overlooked by photographers.

The clip, widely circulated on social media, shows Bhatt on the red carpet during one of her appearances at Cannes. The moment sparked mixed reactions online, with some users interpreting it as a sign of limited recognition among international media, while others defended the actor and her global presence.

In response to a critical comment on her post that read, “What a pity no one noticed you”, Bhatt replied: “Why pity love? You noticed me.”

Her reply was widely shared, with many social media users praising her composed and lighthearted tone.

During a subsequent appearance on the red carpet, Bhatt wore a princess-style blue gown, where she was seen engaging more visibly with photographers. Clips from the event circulated online showing her receiving attention from the press.

“Sorry not sorry, but she just humbled all the haters. Total queen behavior”, one user wrote.

Some online reactions also compared discussions around Bhatt’s global ambassador role for L’Oréal Paris with other Indian cinema figures. Amid broader comparisons, Bhatt has previously addressed speculation about rivalry narratives involving fellow actor Aishwarya Rai Bachchan.

In an interview with Vogue India, she praised Rai Bachchan’s appearance at the Devdas Cannes premiere, describing it as “absolutely iconic,” and highlighting her look and presence at the event.

This marks Bhatt’s second appearance at Cannes, both times as a global ambassador for L’Oréal Paris.