New Delhi: The 78th edition of the Cannes Film Festival is all set to commence from May 13 and will conclude on May 24. As the global film festival is set to begin in the French Riviera, we just can’t wait for the appearances of the Indian celebrities on the red carpet. This year, the theme of the festival is ‘Beauty and Action’, a powerful philosophy rooted in self-worth, confidence, and the belief that everyone is deserving.
The festival is already buzzing with Hollywood actors such as Nicole Kidman and Tom Cruise making their much-awaited appearances and Robert De Niro being honoured with the prestigious d’Or d’Honneur for lifetime achievement. However, there are several Indian celebrities and films that will make their way to the Cannes 2025. So, let’s explore the list of Indian personalities at the prestigious film festival.
Actress Alia Bhatt is set to make her Cannes Film Festival debut this year. The Raazi actress will be representing L’Oréal Paris as the brand ambassador at the international red carpet.
Actress Shalini Passi, who rose to fame with the reality TV show Fabulous Lives vs Bollywood Wives, will be making her debut with Longitude 77 at the 78th edition of the Cannes Film Festival. She will be making her much-awaited debut with Padma Shri Paresh Maity. Speaking about her debut, she said in a statement, “I am honoured to represent Longitude 77 at such a prestigious global platform. This collaboration is a meaningful opportunity to showcase the exceptional artistry and craftsmanship that India offers to the world on the prestigious red carpet of the Cannes Film Festival. I look forward to being part of this celebration that bridges Indian creativity with global appreciation.”
The veteran of the Cannes Film Festival, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, will once again steal the spotlight at the Cannes Film Festival. She will be walking the red carpet representing L’Oréal Paris along with Alia Bhatt.
Actress Janhvi Kapoor will also be making her red carpet debut as her film Homebound will be premiering at the Cannes Film Festival. Known for her striking outfits, the actress’s debut is much to look out to.
After winning the Grand Prix award for her movie, All We Imagine As Light, last year at the Cannes Film Festival, filmmaker Payal Kapadia is one of the jury members at the global festival this year.
Veteran actress Sharmila Tagore’s 1970 classic, Aranyer Din Ratri, directed by the legendary director Satyajit Ray, will premiere at the 78th Cannes Film Festival. Sharmila Tagore and Simi Garewal will be paying tribute to the enduring legacy of Satyajit Ray.
Along with Janhvi Kapoor, actor Ishaan Khatter, who also stars in Homebound, will be making his debut at the international film festival to present his movie.
The producer of Hombound Karan Johar and the director Neeraj Gahwyn will also be walking the red carpet as they present their movie Homebound at the 78th Cannes Film Festival.
Actress Jacqueline Fernandez is returning to Cannes for the second time after making her splashing debut last year. She will be making her stylish and glamorous appearance at the Cannes Film Festival.
A veteran at the Cannes Film Festival, actress Urvashi Rautela will be making another appearance on the red carpet of Cannes with her out-of-the-box and striking appearance.
Veteran actor Anupam Kher will attend the Cannes Film Festival this year to present his directorial movie, Tanvi The Great.
