Janhvi Kapoor To Shalini Passi: 5 Best Celebrity Debuts At Cannes 2025

5 Best Celebrity Debuts At Cannes 2025

Let’s take a look at the five most memorable debut looks from Indian personalities who made waves at Cannes 2025.

Janhvi Kapoor’s Cannes 2025 Debut

Janhvi Kapoor didn’t come to play — she came to own the red carpet. With back-to-back standout looks, her Cannes debut was nothing short of a fashion masterclass. For her first red carpet moment, Janhvi wore a custom Tarun Tahiliani piece featuring a handwoven real tissue skirt and corset crafted in Benares. The crushed texture, paired with an uncut hem and TT’s signature drape, brought a raw yet sculptural aesthetic.

But she didn’t stop there. For her film Homebound’s screening, she chose a custom look by Anamika Khanna — a dreamy mix of archival Indian jewellery and custom jade and jadau detailing. Two iconic outfits in one debut? We’re watching, Janhvi.

Shalini Passi’s Cannes 2025 Debut

Art patron and entrepreneur Shalini Passi brought elegance, culture, and drama to Cannes — all at once. On Day 1, she walked in a bespoke JADE suit handcrafted with Kantha embroidery, celebrating Kolkata’s rich textile legacy. The translucent base with a nude slip added a modern sensual twist, styled effortlessly with a quirky Judith Leiber puppy clutch.

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But the moment that cemented her as one of the best dressed? A Manish Malhotra couture look inspired by artist Paresh Maity’s Longitude 77. From canvas to couture, her gown was a literal work of art — a poetic tribute to India’s vibrant cultural tapestry.

Nitanshi Goel’s Cannes 2025 Debut

Laapataa Ladies breakout star Nitanshi Goel made a statement not just with fashion, but with storytelling. Her first look was a beautiful ivory saree paired with a blouse hand-embroidered in pearls and beads, channeling heirloom Indian craftsmanship. But what truly won hearts were the hair pins she wore — each featuring the face of an iconic Bollywood actress, from Madhubala to Rekha.

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Her second look, a black off-shoulder gown with gold embroidery and a ruffled tulle skirt, struck the perfect balance between regal and red carpet-appropriate.

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Natasha Poonawalla’s Cannes 2025 Debut

A queen of experimental fashion, Natasha Poonawalla finally made her Cannes red carpet debut and didn’t disappoint. She chose a Dior dress from John Galliano’s India-inspired Spring/Summer collection, layered with a statement jacket from the 2002 archives. The look was a subtle nod to India through the lens of high fashion — exactly what you’d expect from someone who always delivers couture with confidence.

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Simi Garewal’s Cannes 2025 Debut

Timeless, graceful and every bit iconic — Simi Garewal’s Cannes debut was straight out of a dream. She was there for the screening of Satyajit Ray’s Aranyer Din Ratri and chose a signature all-white ensemble. The gown came with a full-sleeved, sequin-embroidered jacket in soft beige and was styled with a statement necklace.

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Cannes 2025 wasn’t just about fashion, it was about identity, craftsmanship, and cultural presence — and Indian celebrities brought all of that to the red carpet. These debutantes didn’t just show up, they showed out, leaving their mark in the most stylish way possible.

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