Aishwarya Rai Expresses Deep Gratitude For Her Long-Standing Collaboration With Renowned Filmmaker Mani Ratnam

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan made a stunning appearance at the IIFA Utsavam 2024 Awards in Abu Dhabi, accompanied by her daughter Aaradhya.

She dazzled in a black and gold ensemble designed by Manish Malhotra, featuring a floor-length black jacket adorned with gold embroidery .

During her media interactions, Aishwarya spoke fondly about her mother-daughter bond, emphasizing the importance of communication and support in their relationship.

She also reflected on her long-standing collaboration with acclaimed filmmaker Mani Ratnam, expressing gratitude for being cast as Nandini in his film Ponniyin Selvan. She remarked, “I was so honoured that he asked me to be his Nandini,” highlighting her admiration for Ratnam’s work throughout her career .

The event, which runs from September 27 to September 29, celebrates southern Indian cinema and features various performances from stars like Shah Rukh Khan, Vicky Kaushal, and Kriti Sanon .

Aishwarya’s film Ponniyin Selvan II has been nominated in 13 categories at the IIFA Utsavam 2024, further solidifying her connection to this prestigious event .