‘Clarity Was Like Water’: Cardi B REACTS to Viral Video Claiming She Envied Isha Ambani’s USD 2M Birkin at Rahul Mishra’s Paris Show

American rapper Cardi B has publicly shut down rumours circulating online that she was envious of Indian businesswoman Isha Ambani’s ultra-rare, USD 2 million Hermès Birkin bag. The two high-profile figures sparked intense social media chatter after they were spotted sitting side by side in the front row of Indian designer Rahul Mishra’s "Devi" showcase at Paris Haute Couture Week. SEVENTEEN’s Mingyu and Priyanka Chopra’s Interaction at Dior Show Goes Viral; Ashley Park and Arden Cho React to Desi Girl’s Flame Dress Look (Watch Videos).

Isha Ambani and Cardi B Lead Star-Studded Front Row at Paris Haute Couture Week

The speculation began immediately following Rahul Mishra’s highly anticipated Fall Haute Couture show in Paris. The Indian designer's collection, titled "Devi," drew inspiration from ancient, 2,000-year-old South Indian temple sculptures, utilising intricate hand-embroidery to mimic carved stone.  Adding major global star power to the front row were Reliance Retail Executive Director Isha Ambani and Grammy-winning artist Cardi B. Both women arrived dressed head-to-toe in custom, structured ensembles from Mishra’s new line, turning heads as they chatted and bonded over the runway looks.

  Viral Video Claims Cardi B Was ‘Jealous’

The internet went into overdrive shortly after the event when a viral video surfaced claiming that Cardi B was visibly jealous of Ambani’s accessory. For the occasion, Ambani carried the Hermès Sac Bijou Birkin—an incredibly scarce piece of high jewellery from the French fashion house crafted from 18-karat white gold and encrusted with over 3,000 diamonds. Estimates value the rare collector's piece at roughly USD 2 million.

Viral Video Claims Cardi B Was Mesmerised by Isha Ambani's USD 2 M Birkin

Social media commentators quickly began analysing the front-row interactions, with some baselessly claiming the "Bodak Yellow" rapper looked envious of the multi-million dollar micro-bag.

Cardi B Shuts Down the Rumours

Cardi B, known for her massive personal collection of rare Hermès bags, wasted no time setting the record straight. Responding directly under the comment section of the viral video, the rapper clarified exactly what caught her attention during the show. "Please... I was actually looking at her insane necklace and the diamonds on her braids ... The clarity was like water," Cardi B wrote.

Cardi B Sets the Record Straight After Video With Isha Ambani Goes Viral 

Rather than looking at the bag, the rapper was admiring Ambani’s custom Lorraine Schwartz diamond necklace, which features a massive 30-carat cushion-cut diamond drop as well as the intricate diamond jewellery woven into her hair. 'Europe Ka Dharavi': Orry Drops Inside Moments from Nita Ambani and Isha Ambani's Glamorous Venice Biennale Trip (Watch Video).

Isha Ambani and Cardi B at Paris Couture Show

A Closer Look at Isha Ambani and Cardi B Outfits

The front-row pairing perfectly complemented the architectural themes of the runway. Isha Ambani wore a body-skimming, slate-grey couture gown featuring a structured corset bodice and a draped peplum skirt, styled by Andrew Mukamal to look like a living stone sculpture.  Cardi B opted for an ethereal, bone-white sculptural gown from the same collection. Her outfit featured intricate trompe l'œil draping and pearl detailing along the waistline, which she accessorised with a traditional Indian maang tikka headpiece and cascading diamond earrings.

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