In the viral video, Alia Bhatt was seen walking the Cannes red carpet as photographers clicked pictures of her. However, some social media users claimed that the actress was not receiving enough attention from the international media and began mocking her online
Actress Alia Bhatt won praise online for her calm and witty response to a social media troll following her appearance at the Cannes Film Festival 2026. The actress, who has been representing India and a global beauty brand at the event, recently became the target of online criticism after one of her red carpet videos went viral.
For those unversed, in the viral clip, Alia was seen walking the Cannes red carpet as photographers clicked pictures of her. However, some social media users claimed that the actress was not receiving enough attention from the international media and began mocking her online.
Amid the trolling, Alia shared a reel on Instagram on Wednesday, showcasing her regal appearance in a custom ivory silk saree-gown. While many fans praised her elegant look, one user commented, “What a pity, no one noticed you,” followed by a laughing emoji.
Instead of ignoring the comment, Alia responded with a graceful yet sharp comeback that grabbed attention online. Replying to the troll, the actress wrote, “Why pity love? You noticed me :).”
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