Cover Gemma Chan was a vision in white as she walked the red carpet at the 76th Cannes Film Festival (Photo: Getty Images)

While some chose quiet and elegant looks, others pushed the envelope with bold and unusual designs, but these Asian celebs all looked amazing on the Cannes red carpet

The Cannes Film Festival is back in all its glory, drawing stars from the movie industry and all over the world. And thanks to its opening ceremony, it’s as much a celebration of fashion as it is of film, with stars flocking to the red carpet in exquisite gowns and suits that are as memorable as the films they’re there to celebrate.

This year’s edition has already seen major Asian stars walk the red carpet, including Rosé of Blackpink, who made her festival debut in a sleek Saint Laurent outfit, and Fan Bingbing, who wore an extravagant Christopher Bu gown that came complete with a train.

With more stars due to arrive, including Rosé’s fellow Blackpink member and “human Chanel”, Jennie—who will make an appearance on Saturday for her role in HBO’s The Idol—here are the best-dressed Asian stars who have taken over the French Riviera so far this year.

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Rosé

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CANNES, FRANCE - MAY 17: Rosé attends the "Monster" red carpet during the 76th annual Cannes film festival at Palais des Festivals on May 17, 2023 in Cannes, France. (Photo by Lionel Hahn/Getty Images)
Above Rosé at Cannes Film Festival 2023 (Photo: Getty Images)

Blackpink’s Rose was a picture of minimalist glamour in a black Saint Laurent dress and sleek hairdo.

Fan Bingbing

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CANNES, FRANCE - MAY 16: Fan Bingbing attends the "Jeanne du Barry" Screening & opening ceremony red carpet at the 76th annual Cannes film festival at Palais des Festivals on May 16, 2023 in Cannes, France. (Photo by Daniele Venturelli/WireImage)
Above Fan Bingbing at Cannes Film Festival 2023 (Photo: Getty Images)

The Chinese actress slayed in a Christopher Bu gown with an eye-catching tiger motif.

Gemma Chan

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CANNES, FRANCE - MAY 17: Gemma Chan attends the "Monster" red carpet during the 76th annual Cannes film festival at Palais des Festivals on May 17, 2023 in Cannes, France. (Photo by Marc Piasecki/FilmMagic)
Above Gemma Chan at Cannes Film Festival 2023 (Photo: Getty Images)

The Eternals actress turned heads in a custom Louis Vuitton white halter neck gown with floral embroidery.

Aishwarya Rai

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CANNES, FRANCE - MAY 18: Aishwarya Rai attends the "Indiana Jones And The Dial Of Destiny" red carpet during the 76th annual Cannes film festival at Palais des Festivals on May 18, 2023 in Cannes, France. (Photo by Marc Piasecki/FilmMagic)
Above Aishwarya Rai at Cannes Film Festival (Photo: Getty Images)

Aishwarya Rai walked the red carpet in an exquisite chainmail gown, complete with a hood, by Sophie Couture.

Soo Joo Park

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CANNES, FRANCE - MAY 17: Soo Joo Park attends the "Monster" red carpet during the 76th annual Cannes film festival at Palais des Festivals on May 17, 2023 in Cannes, France. (Photo by Marc Piasecki/FilmMagic)
Above Soo Joo Park at Cannes Film Festival 2023 (Photo: Getty Images)

The Korean model was simple but elegant in a sleek black gown with geometric beading. 

Urvashi Rautela

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CANNES, FRANCE - MAY 17: Urvashi Rautela attends the "Monster" red carpet during the 76th annual Cannes film festival at Palais des Festivals on May 17, 2023 in Cannes, France. (Photo by Dominique Charriau/WireImage)
Above Urvashi Rautela at Cannes Film Festival 2023 (Photo: Getty Images)

Indian actress Urvashi Rautela looked ravishing in an apricot gown with silver embellishments and a tiered tulle skirt.

Zhang Yuqi

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CANNES, FRANCE - MAY 17: Zhang Yuqi attends the "Monster" red carpet during the 76th annual Cannes film festival at Palais des Festivals on May 17, 2023 in Cannes, France. (Photo by Marc Piasecki/FilmMagic)
Above Zhang Yuqi at Cannes Film Festival 2023 (Photo: Getty Images)

Chinese star Zhang Yuqi was stunning in a white architectural gown with a structural top that framed her shoulders and a cascading skirt that flowed around her feet.

Rahi Chadda

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CANNES, FRANCE - MAY 17: Rahi Chadda attends the "Monster" red carpet during the 76th annual Cannes film festival at Palais des Festivals on May 17, 2023 in Cannes, France. (Photo by Lionel Hahn/Getty Images)
Above Rahi Chadda at Cannes Film Festival 2023 (Photo: Getty Images)

London-based model Rahi Chadda defied gender norms in a burgundy suit with embroidery on the jacket’s midsection that drew the eye to the tulle that trailed from the waist down. 

Sakura Ando

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CANNES, FRANCE - MAY 17: Sakura Andō departs the "Monster" red carpet during the 76th annual Cannes film festival at Palais des Festivals on May 17, 2023 in Cannes, France. (Photo by Stephane Cardinale - Corbis/Corbis via Getty Images)
Above Sakura Ando at Cannes Film Festival 2023 (Photo: Getty Images)

Japanese actress Sakura Ando struck the perfect balance between modern and classic with a sleeveless Chanel gown.

Gao Ye

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CANNES, FRANCE - MAY 17: Gao Ye attends the "Monster" red carpet during the 76th annual Cannes film festival at Palais des Festivals on May 17, 2023 in Cannes, France. (Photo by Marc Piasecki/FilmMagic)
Above Gao Ye at Cannes Film Festival 2023 (Photo: Getty Images)

Chinese actress Gao Ye dazzled in a satin emerald green gown with beautiful structural designs on the shoulders that was balanced by an elegant train. 

Pom Klementieff

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CANNES, FRANCE - MAY 16: Pom Klementieff attends the "Jeanne du Barry" Screening & opening ceremony red carpet at the 76th annual Cannes film festival at Palais des Festivals on May 16, 2023 in Cannes, France. (Photo by Marc Piasecki/FilmMagic)
Above Pom Klementieff at Cannes Film Festival 2023 (Photo: Getty Images)

This French Korean actress looked bold and commanding in a purple satin Mugler number with structured shoulder pads and sheer panels on the bodice.

Gong Li

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CANNES, FRANCE - MAY 16: Gong Li attends the "Jeanne du Barry" Screening & opening ceremony red carpet at the 76th annual Cannes film festival at Palais des Festivals on May 16, 2023 in Cannes, France. (Photo by Dominique Charriau/WireImage)
Above Gong Li at Cannes Film Festival 2023 (Photo: Getty Images)

The Chinese actress paired her elegant Alaïa turtleneck and skirt ensemble with sparkling Cartier jewellery.

Esha Gupta

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CANNES, FRANCE - MAY 16: Esha Gupta attends the "Jeanne du Barry" Screening & opening ceremony red carpet at the 76th annual Cannes film festival at Palais des Festivals on May 16, 2023 in Cannes, France. (Photo by Dominique Charriau/WireImage)
Above Esha Gupta at Cannes Film Festival 2023 (Photo: Getty Images)

The Indian actress chose an ethereal pinky nude gown by Nicholas Jebran that complemented her complexion perfectly for her Cannes debut.

Yunbin Shin

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CANNES, FRANCE - MAY 17: Yubin Shin attends the "Monster" red carpet during the 76th annual Cannes film festival at Palais des Festivals on May 17, 2023 in Cannes, France. (Photo by Daniele Venturelli/WireImage)
Above Yunbin Shin at Cannes Film Festival 2023 (Photo: Getty Images)

The Cambodian actress brought unabashed Hollywood glamour to the Cannes red carpet in a tulle gown of seafoam green.

Araya Hargate

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CANNES, FRANCE - MAY 17: Araya Hargate attends the "Monster" red carpet during the 76th annual Cannes film festival at Palais des Festivals on May 17, 2023 in Cannes, France. (Photo by Dominique Charriau/WireImage)
Above Araya Hargate at Cannes Film Festival 2023 (Photo: Getty Images)

The Thai actress looked resplendent in a bold Jean Paul Gaultier gown that enveloped her in layers upon layers of tulle.

Nadia Lee Cohen

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CANNES, FRANCE - MAY 17: Nadia Lee Cohen attends the "Monster" red carpet during the 76th annual Cannes film festival at Palais des Festivals on May 17, 2023 in Cannes, France. (Photo by Daniele Venturelli/WireImage)
Above Nadia Lee Cohen at Cannes Film Festival 2023 (Photo: Getty Images)

The British Chinese artist looked unapologetically sultry in a draped hooded black gown that bared her shoulders and midriff, and completed her look with don’t-talk-to-me shades.

Guan Xiaotong

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Above Guan Xiaotong at Cannes Film Festival 2023 (Photo: Getty Images)

Guan Xiaotong wore a shimmering silver and black strapless gown from Valentino, which she is also a brand ambassador for.

Neelam Gill

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CANNES, FRANCE - MAY 18:  attends the "Indiana Jones And The Dial Of Destiny" red carpet during the 76th annual Cannes film festival at Palais des Festivals on May 18, 2023 in Cannes, France. (Photo by Mike Marsland/WireImage)
Above Neelam Gill at Cannes Film Festival 2023 (Photo: Getty Images)

Neelam Gill sported a sequinned blush pink gown with asymmetrical organza pleats that fanned across her shoulders and eventually formed a train.

Mrunal Thakur

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CANNES, FRANCE - MAY 18: Mrunal Thakur attends the "Black Flies" red carpet during the 76th annual Cannes film festival at Palais des Festivals on May 18, 2023 in Cannes, France. (Photo by Mike Coppola/Getty Images)
Above Mrunal Thakur at Cannes Film Festival 2023 (Photo: Getty Images)

Mrunal Thakur brought feathers, sparkles and sculptural details to the red carpet with this custom Falguni Shane Peacock for her Cannes debut.

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