Jessica Alba, 42, Graces The Cover Of ‘Elle India’ In A Shimmery Backless Gown As She Opens Up About Her Child Star Days: ‘Truly Grateful’

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Jessica Alba made a stunning return to the spotlight, surprising her fans as she adorned the cover of Elle India.

The actress captivated in a breathtaking high-neck, incut gown embellished with gold sequins and intricate gold nakshi lines, all designed by the renowned Indian fashion maestro, Manish Malhotra.

Her hair was elegantly styled in a glamorous blowout with a chic side part. Among her other mesmerizing looks, the founder of The Honest Company dazzled in a vibrant red Swarovski gown adorned with sequins, a sheer black asymmetrical fishnet dress intricately embroidered with branch corals crafted from beads and crystals, and a graceful white pearl tassel gown.

Jessica Alba Talks About Being A Child Star For Her Elle India Cover

In her interview with the publication, the ever-youthful star expressed her gratitude and feelings of luck regarding her safe childhood within the industry, free from any traumatic experiences.

She acknowledged the heightened attention on this topic, considering the current focus on this subject thanks to documentaries and previous child stars sharing their horrifying experiences.

"I could have been a potential target for a predator, but luckily, I wasn’t. There were a few times when things felt uncomfortable, but they never escalated too much, thankfully. I’m truly grateful to God for this because many others haven’t been as fortunate, especially starting out young as I did. Having my mom with me all the time really made a difference,” she shares.

Jessica Alba Talks About The Challenges Of Running Her Business

The mother of three established The Honest Company, a brand renowned for its commitment to honesty and safety in baby beauty products.

Offering innovative formulas and eco-friendly, high-quality items, she discussed the hurdles of transitioning her company into the public eye.

"Raising funds to hire people, having to switch out employees as the company grows and requires different skills. I mean, all of this is very, very tough. I never imagined myself in a corporate environment. That was a really strange emotional change for me," she revealed.