Alia Bhatt to postpone her Cannes debut amid India-Pak tension
Actor Alia Bhatt, who was supposed to attend the opening of the Cannes Film Festival tonight on May 13, has decided to cancel her debut. This comes following the tension at the India-Pakistan border.A source close to the development told India Today Digital that 'Alia took this decision considering the tension at the borders. The 'Raazi' actor did not feel it was right to go to Cannes at such a crucial time. However, that's not to say that she won't. Alia's team is closely following the situation at the border and if things remain calm, she might look at another date to attend. However, right now she will skip her attendance.'advertisementShe was expected to be at the French Riveria in her role as a Global Ambassador for Loreal Paris.
The actor was set to join the extensive lineup of global ambassadors, including Eva Longoria, Viola Davis, Jane Fonda, Aja Naomi King, Andie MacDowell, Simone Ashley, Elle Fanning, Bebe Vio, and Yseult.The Cannes Film Festival is being held between May 13 to May 24.Must Watch
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