Alia Bhatt set for Cannes 2025 debut: Here's who else from India will join her for the first time on the red carpet this year
The Cannes Film Festival 2025 begins May 13 with multiple Indian actors making their presence felt. From debut appearances by Alia Bhatt and Nitanshi Goel to veterans like Aishwarya Rai, here¡¯s a full look at the Indian talent stepping onto the global stage.
The 2025 edition of the Cannes Film Festival will start from May 13 with several Indian names set to make an impact. Among them is Alia Bhatt, who will make her debut at the festival, along with Nitanshi Goel, who will also walk the red carpet for the first time. From celebrated veterans to new-age performers, Indian cinema will be represented across generations this year in Cannes, France.
Nitanshi Goel becomes youngest Indian actor to debut at Cannes
Nitanshi Goel, known for her role in Laapataa Ladies, is set to appear at Cannes 2025, making her the youngest Indian actor to debut at the festival. After her film was selected as India¡¯s official entry to the Oscars 2025, this marks another milestone in her career.
Speaking to IANS, Nitanshi said, ¡°I¡¯m that girl who is representing every Indian girl out there who dreams big and is ready to go and achieve them, come what may.¡± She also called the Cannes appearance ¡°an absolute honour¡± and said it¡¯s not just about fashion or fame but empowerment for young women.
Alia Bhatt | Credit: X
Alia Bhatt¡¯s Cannes debut among the most awaited
Alia Bhatt, known for her performances in Gangubai Kathiawadi and other major Bollywood films, is another key name attending the festival for the first time. Though specific details about her Cannes appearance haven¡¯t been revealed, fans are looking forward to her red carpet presence and fashion choices.
Alia¡¯s global recognition and consistent screen performances make her Cannes debut one of the major highlights of the festival.
Other Indian actors making an appearance at Cannes 2025
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, a Cannes regular, will return to the festival this year. She has consistently represented India at the event and is known for her red carpet presence.
Actors Janhvi Kapoor and Ishaan Khattar are also set to attend the event. Both will be present for the world premiere of Homebound, directed by Neeraj Ghaywan, which will be screened in the Un Certain Regard section of the festival.
Laapataa Ladies and its Cannes connection
Nitanshi Goel rose to fame with her role in Laapataa Ladies, directed by Kiran Rao. The film follows two newlywed women who are mistakenly switched during a train journey to their in-laws¡¯ homes, leading to a series of events with both humour and emotion. The film, which also stars Pratibha Ranta, Sparsh Shrivastava, Ravi Kishan, and Chhaya Kadam, was praised for its storytelling and message of empowerment.
Now, with its Oscar selection and Cannes debut, the film and its cast continue to gain international attention.
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Nancy Jaiswal is a journalist who started her career in reporting and has covered both hard and soft news. From serious city news developments to lighthearted lifestyle pieces, she has written on almost everything hapenning in India (except maybe alien invasions¡ªyet!). For her, writing isn¡¯t just work; it¡¯s a passion, an obsession, and sometimes the reason she forgets to reply to texts.
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