The Cannes Film Festival 2025 has marked a monumental moment for Indian representation on the global stage, so much so that #IndiaAtCannes has become a coveted hashtag. From celebrated Bollywood stars to rising digital influencers, Indian personalities have graced the iconic red carpet with elegance, flair, and respect for the festival’s sartorial codes.
10 Best Dressed Indian Celebrities At Cannes 2025
We took a deep dive into the red carpet moments and rounded up the ten best-dressed Indian celebrities at Cannes 2025, who not only delivered fashion-forward looks but also honoured the spirit of this prestigious event.
1. Janhvi Kapoor
Janhvi Kapoor has served not one but two stunning looks back to back for the Cannes 2025 red carpet and her film, Homebound's screening. She dazzled audiences globally in her first custom look by Tarun Tahiliani. The designer posted her look on the official Instagram page, decoding it in the caption that read, "Janhvi Kapoor’s ensemble features a handwoven real tissue skirt and corset, specially crafted in Benares. The surface is brought to life with a hand-crushed technique that lends depth and texture, while a signature TT drape adds a touch of sculptural fluidity. The raw, uncut hem remains untouched—an intentional ode to the authenticity of the weave."
For her second look for the Homebound screening Kapoor donned a custom Anamika Khanna curation which is a "mix of archival traditional indian jewels mixed with custom jade and jadao creations."
2. Natasha Poonawala
Indian businesswoman Natsha Poonawala who is well known for serving glamourous couture pieces at every major fashion event also made her Cannes 2025 debut this year. She wore aDior dress from John Galliano’s India-inspired Spring/Summer collection, complemented by a jacket from the Fall/Winter 2002 archive.
3. Aditi Rao Hydari
Aditi Rao Hydari shined bright like a diamond at the Cannes 2025 red carpet once again. For her first look she opted for a plain Raw Mango red silk saree with a matching blouse. She styled the look with a low bun and minimal makeup.
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For her second look, Aditi donned a sequin work shimmering floor-length bodycon custon Rahul Mishra couture piece in a black to white ombre tone. She went for a clean makeup look with this dress and let her hair down and paired her dress with a minimal diamond necklace.
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4. Nancy Tyagi
Nancy Tyagi dazzled once again at the Cannes 2025 red carpet in a self-designed masterpiece. She wore a stunning sea green couture gown with subtle blue undertones, entirely handcrafted with intricate silver sequin embroidery. The silhouette featured a mini sweetheart-neck corset, while rose petal-shaped appliqués along the neckline and hemline added a whimsical yet elegant touch. Delicate ruffles further elevated the dramatic flair of the gown. Tyagi completed her look with a sleek bun, statement nails, and her signature confidence—cementing her place as a rising force in fashion.
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5. Parul Gulati
The queen of business endorsements, Parul Gulati—popularly known as Malkin and the founder of Nish Hair—turned heads at Cannes 2025 with a truly striking look. At first glance, her outfit may have appeared to be a classic black gown, but a closer look revealed the innovation: a sweetheart neckline, mid-length bodycon dress intricately crafted from braided hair. A bold, fashion-forward tribute to her brand, Parul effortlessly merged personal style with business savvy—making her appearance both memorable and meaningful.
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6. Shalini Passi
Shalini Passi made her much-anticipated Cannes 2025 red carpet debut with a refined androgynous look that balanced elegance with individuality. For day one, she chose a jade-hued suit featuring an off-white beige base adorned with intricate Katha embroidery. The suit stood out for its sensual edge, thanks to its sheer, translucent fabric that subtly revealed the nude slip beneath. Adding a playful twist to her sophisticated ensemble, she accessorised with a one-of-a-kind Judith Leiber puppy clutch.
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Passi also pulled off a second stunning look for the Cannes 2025 red carpet that truly made her debut a memorable one. She looked like a literal piece of art on the runway in a Manish Malhotra curation that brought artict Paresh Maity's Longitude 77' to life.
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7. Jacqueline Fernandez
Florals are clearly dominating the Cannes 2025 red carpet, and Jacqueline Fernandez embraced the trend with striking elegance. The Bollywood actress turned heads in a bold blood-red corset gown that blended simplicity with high drama. While the base of the gown featured a clean, structured corset silhouette, it was the extravagant rose petal sleeves that truly stole the spotlight—blooming beautifully and adding a couture flourish. Jacqueline kept the styling minimal and classy, opting for a delicate pearl and diamond necklace and a sleek low bun, letting the dress do all the talking.
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8. Nitanshi Goel
Nitanshi Goel, star of Lapataa Ladies, made a memorable debut at the Cannes 2025 red carpet. She looked radiant in an off-shoulder black gown adorned with intricate golden embroidery that added a regal touch. The gown featured a dramatic ruffle and tulle skirt, complete with a short, rule-abiding train, in line with the updated Cannes red carpet guidelines.
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9. Masoom Minawala
Last but definitely not least, Masoom Minawala looked absolutely ethereal in a timeless white off-shoulder jumpsuit. The ensemble featured delicate pearl and sequin embellishments, adding just the right amount of sparkle. What truly elevated the look was the flowing cape, which paired perfectly and brought an added touch of drama to her red carpet moment.
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10. Simi Garewal
It was actress, host, and TV personality, Simi Garewal's Cannes 2025 rec carpet debut as well. She was at the festival toattend the screening of Satyajit Ray’s 1970 classic movie Aranyer Din Ratri. She looked stunning in a white gown with a full sleeve, beige, embroidery work and sequin jacket along with an extravagant neck piece that stayed true to her signature elegant style.
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#IndiaAtCannes truly took the spotlight this year with multiple looks and outfits.
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