Mumbai (Commonwealth Union)_ The 77th Cannes Film Festival witnessed the splendid presence of Indian celebrities, encompassing actors and content creators. Accordingly, a number of renowned actors and influencers made notable appearances, radiating the international film festival with a distinct ‘desi’ essence through their stylish presence. This captivating amalgamation of seasoned red carpet personalities and burgeoning talents stunningly showcased Indian fashion on the global platform. In addition to Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, a cohort of Indian celebrities, including Kiara Advani, Sobhita Dhulipala, Nancy Tyagi, and several other stars, graced the 77th edition of the Cannes Film Festival.
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Aishwarya Rai Bachchan
As a tradition, Cannes Queen Aishwarya Rai Bachchan made a splendid appearance on the red carpet. This year was her 22nd appearance at the festival, a feat she celebrated with a trendy attitude. On the inaugural day, she elegantly traversed the red carpet in a resplendent black gown crafted by Falguni Shane Peacock. Subsequently, on Day 2, Aishwarya showcased her fashion versatility with a dramatic and futuristic ensemble for the screening of “Kinds of Kindness,” starring Emma Stone.
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Naseeruddin Shah
The limelight was commandeered by Naseeruddin Shah, who was accompanied by his wife, Ratna Pathak Shah. He made a striking entrance on the red carpet prior to a special screening of Shyam Benegal’s 1976 classic, “Manthan.” Naseeruddin Shah, Ratna Pathak Shah, and Prateik Babbar graced the screening of “Manthan,” India’s pioneering crowdfunded film, in the Cannes Classics segment. Naseeruddin exuded royalty in a cream-colored sherwani; Ratna radiated charm in a golden sari paired with a lavender blouse; and Prateik exuded sophistication in a crisp black suit accompanied by matching wayfarers.
Kiara Advani
Kiara Advani, adorned in a pale orange column gown, participated in Variety’s Global Conversations panel alongside actresses Aseel Omran and Sarocha Chankimha. Later, she transformed her look into a black-and-pink mermaid-cut corset gown embellished with a substantial bow and a flowing train.
Urvashi Rautela
For her appearance at the 77th Cannes Film Festival during the screening of Francis Ford Coppola’s “Megalopolis,” Urvashi Rautela opted for a sheer nude gown by Tunisian designer Souhir El Gabsi. Subsequently, she attended the premiere of Jacques Audiard’s “Emilia Pérez” in a royal blue gown adorned with celestial motifs, accentuated by a custom La Marquise dancing fish necklace.
Sobhita Dhulipala
Sobhita Dhulipala, renowned for her role in “Monkey Man,” graced the Magnum lounge in Cannes donning a beaded brown column gown, complemented by shimmering chains and matching accessories, epitomizing elegance.
Nancy Tyagi
Nancy Tyagi, a Delhi-based fashion influencer, made her debut at Cannes in a voluminous pink gown of her own creation, featuring layers of frills and complemented by lace gloves. For her subsequent appearance, she donned a sheer mauve sari, hand-embroidered by herself, paired with a backless blouse and a matching head wrap fashioned from the pallu.
Diipa Büller-Khosla
Entrepreneur and influencer Diipa Büller-Khosla showcased a metallic structured dress for her initial appearance at the event. Her subsequent attire comprised a white ensemble by Falguni Shane Peacock, blending the elegance of a dhoti with the grace of a saree drape, followed by a custom red column gown with a floor-grazing frilled cape.
Shahana Goswami
Shahana Goswami, an actor, made an impressive debut at the esteemed film festival in a custom-made creation by designers Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla. Her attire featured an exquisitely hand-embroidered blouse adorned with Swarovski crystals, paired with a champagne peach satin saree draped in a modern style.
Jacqueline Fernandez
Jacqueline Fernandez graced the red carpet in a captivating Mikael D Couture gown, accentuated by exquisite Hassanzade Jewellery, exuding an aura of sophistication with soft glam makeup and flowing hair.
Overall, with their distinctive fashion style, Indian celebrities not only underscored India’s burgeoning influence in global fashion but also celebrated the nation’s rich cultural diversity through the adoption of exceptional designs by Indian fashion luminaries.
