Halle Berry delivered a dramatic fashion moment at the 78th Cannes Film Festival, bringing high-octane glamour to the Chopard 'Caroline’s Universe' Dinner held on May 19. Dressed in a sculptural corseted gown from Indian designer Gaurav Gupta’s autumn-winter 2024 couture collection, titled Jyotirgamaya, the Oscar-winning actor turned heads with her commanding presence and impeccable styling.

Berry’s strapless gown came in a deep wine or Bordeaux hue, and featured a boned bodice, thigh-high slit, and dramatic, spiral-like draping that coiled from her waist to the floor. The architectural flourish, a signature of Gaurav Gupta’s sculptural aesthetic—gave the illusion of fluid movement, transforming the gown into a wearable piece of modern art. The theatrical 3D design on the hip created a striking silhouette, adding to the drama of the overall look.Originally intended for her Cannes red carpet appearance, the gown had to be switched out due to the festival’s updated dress code, which now restricts ensembles with overt nudity and large trains. Instead, Berry chose a more understated Jacquemus black-and-white striped halter-neck gown for the red carpet. However, she still ensured that Gupta’s design had its moment in the spotlight, saving it for the exclusive Chopard dinner event.

Halle paired the gown with matching pointed-toe ankle-strap stilettos and ruby drop earrings, adding just the right amount of sparkle. Her makeup was soft yet sultry, a smoky eye with shimmer and a nude lip, while her hair was styled in a short, curly bob that framed her face perfectly.Gaurav Gupta, who has dressed numerous international celebrities in recent years, shared Berry’s pictures on Instagram the following day, expressing his joy at seeing his couture creation finally worn by the star. He captioned the post: “Halle Berry at the 78th Cannes Film Festival for the Chopard Universe Dinner. Halle wears the Corseted Bordeaux spiral gown, a sculptural silhouette in silk satin… embodying sensuality, power, and motion.

”With this standout look, Halle Berry not only showcased her daring style but also brought Indian couture to the forefront on an international stage, giving Gaurav Gupta another proud fashion milestone.