Penelope Cruz was every inch the sartorial siren as she graced the 83rd Venice International Film Festival 2026 red carpet for the premiere of Bunker.
The actress wore a custom red Chanel gown that featured a deep neckline with a figure-hugging silhouette. The waist was adorned with feather trimmed detailing and the garment boasted a thigh-high slit embellished with the house’s signature buttons. The sleeveless dress was teamed with matching pointed-toe pumps, glittering earrings and a diamond-encrusted ring.
Penelope’s luscious locks were styled into a chic bob with blonde highlights and face-framing bangs while her makeup oozed soft glam, courtesy of a bronze eye and a glossy, nude lip. The actress posed next to her husband, Javier Bardem, who wore a sleek black tuxedo.
Bunker received a 15.5 minute standing ovation following its screening, which saw Penelope break down in tears as she kissed her husband and co-star. As the applause continued, the actress was spotted mouthing “Thank you!” to the audience.
Penélope and Javier first met on the set of Jamón Jamón in 1992 and began dating after co-starring in 2008’s Vicky Cristina Barcelona. They tied the knot in 2010, and welcomed their kids Leo and Luna in 2011 and 2013, respectively. The couple star as husband-and-wife duo Miguel and Sofia in their new film, Bunker.
© Getty ImagesThe actress touched down in Venice wearing an equally elegant ensemble. Penelope wore a black wrap Ferragamo dress that was adorned with a gold clasp and styled with matching slingback pumps. The look was completed with a beige Chanel bag and cat-eye sunglasses.
For the film’s photocall, Penelope slipped into yet another Chanel number. She sported a black maxi dress that featured a deep V-neckline with spaghetti straps. The gown was adorned with feathered floral details at the neckline and gathered ruching at the bust.
© Mondadori Portfolio via Getty ImPenelope Cruz opens up about menopause
The 52-year-old is embracing ageing gracefully and has worked to remove the stigma surrounding both postpartum depression and menopause. “Hormones rule the world. There are times in the life of a woman that have to be acknowledged, and understood and called by their name,” she told Tatler. “There are too many taboos surrounding women’s bodies, and I think it equals a big lack of respect.”
© Corbis via Getty Images“Words like ‘period’, ‘postpartum depression,’ ‘menopause.’ Even today, those words, you bring them up at a dinner table, everybody gets nervous. Even if it’s a group of women, if men are also at the table, the energy gets very nervous.”
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