Aishwarya Rai is set to return to the Paris Fashion Week runway for L’Oréal Paris on September 28, continuing her long association with the beauty brand.
The actor and longtime L’Oréal Paris ambassador will walk the ninth edition of Le Défilé L’Oréal Paris, with this year’s open-air show scheduled at Place Joffre, in front of the Eiffel Tower.
According to L’Oréal Paris’ September 18 announcement, the 2026 edition will follow the theme “Express Your Worth.”
Aishwarya Rai’s Paris Fashion Week Legacy
Aishwarya Rai’s return comes after several memorable appearances at L’Oréal Paris’ runway show.
In 2024, she walked the runway in a dramatic red gown featuring a voluminous silhouette. Her look was paired with a bold red lip and signature hairstyle, while she also greeted the crowd with a namaste.
In 2025, the actor took a different approach, wearing a custom Manish Malhotra velvet sherwani. The deep-blue ensemble featured jeweled cuffs, a diamond brooch and intricate embellishments.
Her 2026 appearance will mark another chapter in her association with the Paris runway.
Star-Studded L’Oréal Paris Lineup
Aishwarya will be joined by several major names from entertainment, fashion and sport.
The lineup includes Viola Davis, Jane Fonda, Kendall Jenner, Simone Ashley, Cara Delevingne, Eva Longoria, Andie MacDowell, Aja Naomi King, Bebe Vio Grandis, Luma Grothe and Paralympic champion Marie Bochet.
The show will bring together personalities from different fields as L’Oréal Paris continues its focus on diversity and women expressing beauty on their own terms.
L’Oréal Paris Announces New Collection
The event will also coincide with the launch of L’Oréal Paris’ Runway Matte Collection.
For Indian consumers, Amazon has been announced as the brand’s official online partner, while Lifestyle Stores will serve as the offline retail partner.
With the Eiffel Tower providing the backdrop, Aishwarya Rai’s September 28 runway appearance is set to be one of the highlights of L’Oréal Paris’ 2026 fashion calendar.
