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'Waited till 3 am': Rihanna accused of arriving late to Fenty Beauty event, internet reacts
Updated On: 27 April, 2026 01:44 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Rihanna sparked controversy after allegedly arriving hours late to a Fenty Beauty event in Mumbai, with attendees claiming they waited nearly five hours, prompting debate over celebrity delays and event management

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Global pop icon Rihanna recently found herself at the centre of controversy during the India launch of her beauty brand, Fenty Beauty, in Mumbai, after reports claimed she arrived hours late, leaving attendees frustrated.
The high-profile event, hosted by beauty retailers and attended by celebrities like Isha Ambani, Janhvi Kapoor and Manish Malhotra, was meant to be a glamorous evening celebrating the brand’s entry into the Indian market. However, the excitement soon turned into disappointment for many guests, particularly influencers who had gathered to catch a glimpse of Rihanna.
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