New Delhi, May 12 -- The Cannes Film Festival has officially banned nudity on the red carpet, citing rising concerns over the celebrity trend of "naked dresses." Organisers warned that guests who do not comply with the updated dress code could be turned away from the prestigious event, which begins Tuesday (May 13) on the French Riviera.

"For decency reasons, nudity is prohibited on the red carpet, as well as in any other area of the festival," a Cannes document states, marking a notable shift from previous years.

The festival's new "charter for festival-goers" lays out the updated rules and warns: "The Festival welcoming teams will be obligated to prohibit red carpet access to anyone not respecting these rules."

The official document ...