13 May,2026 01:37 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Alia Bhatt. Pic/Marco Bahler
At the prestigious Cannes Film Festival red carpet, acclaimed Indian actor Alia Bhatt made a striking statement in high jewellery by Amrapali, wearing the maison's exceptional creation, The Golconda Rose. Styled by celebrated fashion stylist Rhea Kapoor, the appearance brought together the worlds of Indian craftsmanship, couture elegance, and contemporary global glamour on one of fashion's most iconic international stages.
A celebration of Amrapali's legacy and the timeless artistry of Jaipur, The Golconda Rose has been handcrafted entirely in white gold by master artisans whose techniques have been refined over generations. Created with immense pride and extraordinary attention to detail, the necklace reflects the soul of Jaipur craftsmanship, where heritage, precision, and artistry come together in every setting and silhouette.
The necklace features an exceptional composition of 168.27 carats of rare pink coral, specially selected to bring softness, individuality, and refined elegance to the final creation. At its centre rests a remarkable 5.53 carat Golconda Type IIa diamond, admired for its rare purity, soft fire, and exceptional brilliance. The piece is further adorned with over 20 carats of diamonds, delicately arranged to create fluidity, radiance, and balance throughout the necklace.
A true expression of Amrapali's design philosophy, The Golconda Rose honours heritage craftsmanship while celebrating modern elegance at the highest level of fine jewellery artistry.
"Golconda Type IIa diamonds are amongst the rarest and most exceptional diamonds in the world, celebrated for their extraordinary purity, transparency, and almost ethereal light," adds Tarang Arora, Creative Director of Amrapali. "For us, this necklace was about creating a piece that honoured the magnificence of that centre stone while expressing the craftsmanship and artistic soul of Jaipur in a modern and globally relevant way. Every element was handcrafted with immense precision and pride by our artisans."
Every detail, from the intricate diamond setting to the sculpted coral elements, reflects the dedication and extraordinary skill of Jaipur's finest craftsmen. Entirely handcrafted, the creation embodies the spirit of Indian high jewellery while presenting it through a contemporary and globally sophisticated lens.
Chosen for the Cannes red carpet, The Golconda Rose perfectly complemented Alia Bhatt's modern elegance and understated sophistication, while highlighting Amrapali's continued commitment to bringing the richness of Indian craftsmanship to the global luxury conversation.
