It was a night of glitz and glamour at Manish Malhotra’s star-studded Diwali bash in Mumbai, but all eyes were on Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan. The power couple arrived hand-in-hand, putting on a united front that immediately grabbed the attention of everyone on the red carpet. The pair looked completely at ease, sharing affectionate glances and warm smiles while posing for the paparazzi. In one particularly sweet moment, Abhishek was spotted blushing as he held Aishwarya’s hand, effectively silencing any chatter with their charming display of chemistry.
Fashion was, as expected, the highlight of the evening. Aishwarya turned heads in a stunning custom crimson red saree, which featured an elaborate gold embroidered border. She elevated the traditional look with a statement kundan necklace, a matching potli bag, elegant bangles, and a bold red lip that perfectly complemented the festive vibe. Abhishek opted for a dapper, classic aesthetic, wearing a black ethnic bandhgala jacket with a textured finish, paired with sleek black trousers and glasses.
The guest list read like a who’s who of the film industry, with the biggest names in Bollywood marking their presence. Kareena Kapoor Khan and Saif Ali Khan, Akshay Kumar and Twinkle Khanna, Madhuri Dixit, Kajol, and Karan Johar were among the prominent attendees. The party also saw appearances from Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chadha, who coordinated in black, alongside Malaika and Amrita Arora, Arjun Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, Fatima Sana Shaikh, and Aditya Roy Kapur.
The celebration continued well into the night with a host of other stars joining the festivities. Among those spotted were Ananya Panday, Janhvi Kapoor, Khushi Kapoor, Gauri Khan, Suhana Khan, and Navya Nanda. Sharvari, Sara Ali Khan, Vicky Kaushal, and Shilpa Shetty also graced the event, making it one of the most talked-about gatherings of the festive season.