India, March 6 -- Each year, the streets of Rio de Janeiro in Brazil come alive with colorful celebrations for a five-day festival. Known as one of the largest carnivals in the world, it attracts around 2 million revelers who take part in lively dance performances, musical parades, stunning costumes, and exuberant parties.

This year, supermodel Irina Shayk made her grand carnival debut, later sharing on Instagram: "Pinch me, this is a dream! I can't believe this is real. BRAZIL, thank you SO MUCH for the love you gave me!". Model Emily Ratajkowski too dropped pictures on her Instagram from the celebrations. Take a look:

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