Ameesha Patel Reacts to Alia Bhatt's Cannes Criticism

Alia Bhatt is currently making headlines in connection with the Cannes Film Festival 2026. At the 79th edition of Cannes, Alia created a sensation on the red carpet with her glamorous look. However, the B-Town actress's name is also being discussed for another reason regarding this year's Cannes, specifically, the incident during the initial days, where Alia Bhatt was seemingly ignored by the Cannes paparazzi.

Consequently, the actress faced significant trolling. Now, Alia's mother, Soni Razdan, has weighed in on the matter, delivering a fitting reply to the critics.

Soni Razdan Supports Alia Bhatt

The issue heated up significantly when Alia Bhatt made her entry onto the Cannes red carpet 2026. During that moment, the actress showcased her captivating charm and gave various poses. However, videos that went viral on social media clearly showed that not a single photographer appeared interested in taking her picture. Following this, Alia became the target of intense trolling.

Alia Bhatt Cannes 2026 fashion ignored

To resolve this issue, author Shunalini Khullar Shroff posted a recent Instagram message speaking in support of Alia. The Gangubai Kathiawadi actress's mother commented on this post, writing:

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Social media is filled with many things: love, information, entertainment, and a great deal of hate. Above all, it reveals something about society itself. This issue could spark a fascinating psychological discussion, one that could be debated and researched for years to come.

In this manner, Soni Razdan has expressed her solidarity with her daughter, Alia. This is not the first instance where Soni has stood up for Alia; she has done so on numerous occasions in the past.

Alia Bhatt Cannes 2026 look

On Sunday, Ameesha took to 'X' (formerly Twitter) to share a post addressing the lack of unity within India. Without explicitly naming anyone, she wrote: "Recent events have made it abundantly clear that our own Indian mindset has become one of tearing others down... We claim to be a nation and a united people, but are we truly so? 

Describes Trolling Culture as Shameful

She went on to criticise the situation, remarking on how Indian actors are targeted online. She wrote, Here in India, actors are trolled by their own people far more viciously than Hollywood stars are by their own people in their respective countries. Which is truly heartbreaking.

Whether it is an Indian star's outfit at major events or their physical appearance, sadly, they become targets for their very own people! What a disgrace.

Alia Bhatt cannes trolling

Immediately after her post went viral, many fans speculated that Ameesha was alluding to the trolling Alia Bhatt faced following her appearance at the Cannes Film Festival.

Alia Responded to a Troller

Earlier, when Alia posted one of her Cannes looks on social media, an internet user commented, How sad, nobody noticed you, adding a laughing emoji. However, Alia responded to this comment with great grace, writing, Why sad, sweetheart? You noticed me. Her reply quickly went viral, and many fans praised the actress for handling the trolling so admirably.

Ameesha Patel currently has Gadar 3 in the pipeline, along with an untitled period-action drama set against the backdrop of 1945. Following the tremendous box-office success of Gadar 2 in 2023, her most recent on-screen appearance was in the 2024 film Tauba Tera Jalwa.

Alia Bhatt Upcoming Movies

Alia Bhatt has been away from the big screen for the past two years. As an actress, she is set to make her comeback to the silver screen with two major films. Her upcoming films include Alpha and Love & War. Notably, the spy thriller Alpha release date is July 10, 2026, while the release date for director Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Love & War is yet to be announced.