Cannes Throwback: The most talked-about Indian red carpet looks from Cannes 2025
ETimes | May 14, 2026 1:39 AM CST
As the Cannes Film Festival begins once again on the French Riviera, it is hard not to look back at the Indian celebrities who dominated conversations around fashion at Cannes 2025. From heritage Indian textiles and couture craftsmanship to contemporary silhouettes and experimental styling, Indian stars brought a wide mix of aesthetics to the global red carpet.
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan: Aishwarya Rai Bachchan once again reaffirmed her status as one of India’s most recognisable Cannes regulars. The actor embraced Indian craftsmanship in an ivory Kadwa Banarasi saree by Manish Malhotra, paired with a cape-style dupatta and intricate embroidery. Styled with heirloom-inspired ruby jewellery and detailed gold work, the look became one of the most discussed Indian appearances at Cannes 2025.
Alia Bhatt: Alia Bhatt’s Cannes debut became one of the festival’s most anticipated moments. For her first red carpet appearance, she wore a Schiaparelli haute couture gown designed by Daniel Roseberry, featuring floral embroidery and sculpted detailing. She later opted for a navy Giorgio Armani Privé gown with shimmering embellishments and a statement headpiece. For the closing ceremony, Alia wore a custom Gucci ensemble inspired by the saree silhouette, embellished with Swarovski crystals and the brand’s signature monogram detailing. Her wardrobe combined classic glamour with contemporary luxury fashion.
Karan Johar: Known for his dramatic fashion sensibilities, Karan Johar once again embraced statement couture at Cannes 2025. One of his standout looks featured an embroidered ivory sherwani by Manish Malhotra, while another appearance paid tribute to late designer Rohit Bal through a silk velvet jacket from the designer’s archive collection. Rich fabrics and layered styling remained central to his red carpet appearances.
Janhvi Kapoor : Janhvi Kapoor embraced couture rooted in Indian craftsmanship throughout her Cannes appearances. One of her most talked-about looks featured a blush pink tissue ensemble by Tarun Tahiliani that combined draped Indian aesthetics with structured couture detailing. She also wore a pistachio green gown by Anamika Khanna, complete with intricate embroidery, a sculpted bodice and an extended train.
Ishaan Khatter : Ishaan Khatter delivered one of the notable menswear moments from India at Cannes 2025. The actor wore a deep Bordeaux velvet bandhgala by Gaurav Gupta, paired with tailored trousers and a black silk shirt. The look balanced traditional Indian tailoring with a sharp contemporary silhouette.
Vishal Jethwa : Vishal Jethwa opted for a more structured and understated approach to red carpet fashion. For his Cannes debut, the actor wore a custom black “Power Armour” suit by Kaushik Velendra, featuring crystal embellishments and sharp shoulder detailing. The styling balanced dramatic structure with minimal accessorising, creating a restrained yet impactful appearance.
Nitanshi Goel: Nitanshi Goel emerged as one of the youngest Indian celebrities to attract attention at Cannes 2025. Her looks included creations by JADE by Monica and Karishma as well as Papa Don’t Preach by Shubhika Sharma. Her styling leaned towards youthful couture with softer silhouettes and detailed craftsmanship.
Parul Gulati: Parul Gulati drew attention for one of the festival’s most unconventional looks. Designed by Mohit Rai and Riddhi Bansal, her custom outfit was created using human hair as a tribute to her hair extension brand, Nish Hair. The appearance stood out for blending personal branding with experimental fashion.
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan: Aishwarya Rai Bachchan once again reaffirmed her status as one of India’s most recognisable Cannes regulars. The actor embraced Indian craftsmanship in an ivory Kadwa Banarasi saree by Manish Malhotra, paired with a cape-style dupatta and intricate embroidery. Styled with heirloom-inspired ruby jewellery and detailed gold work, the look became one of the most discussed Indian appearances at Cannes 2025.
Alia Bhatt: Alia Bhatt’s Cannes debut became one of the festival’s most anticipated moments. For her first red carpet appearance, she wore a Schiaparelli haute couture gown designed by Daniel Roseberry, featuring floral embroidery and sculpted detailing. She later opted for a navy Giorgio Armani Privé gown with shimmering embellishments and a statement headpiece. For the closing ceremony, Alia wore a custom Gucci ensemble inspired by the saree silhouette, embellished with Swarovski crystals and the brand’s signature monogram detailing. Her wardrobe combined classic glamour with contemporary luxury fashion.
Karan Johar: Known for his dramatic fashion sensibilities, Karan Johar once again embraced statement couture at Cannes 2025. One of his standout looks featured an embroidered ivory sherwani by Manish Malhotra, while another appearance paid tribute to late designer Rohit Bal through a silk velvet jacket from the designer’s archive collection. Rich fabrics and layered styling remained central to his red carpet appearances.
Janhvi Kapoor : Janhvi Kapoor embraced couture rooted in Indian craftsmanship throughout her Cannes appearances. One of her most talked-about looks featured a blush pink tissue ensemble by Tarun Tahiliani that combined draped Indian aesthetics with structured couture detailing. She also wore a pistachio green gown by Anamika Khanna, complete with intricate embroidery, a sculpted bodice and an extended train.
Ishaan Khatter : Ishaan Khatter delivered one of the notable menswear moments from India at Cannes 2025. The actor wore a deep Bordeaux velvet bandhgala by Gaurav Gupta, paired with tailored trousers and a black silk shirt. The look balanced traditional Indian tailoring with a sharp contemporary silhouette.
Vishal Jethwa : Vishal Jethwa opted for a more structured and understated approach to red carpet fashion. For his Cannes debut, the actor wore a custom black “Power Armour” suit by Kaushik Velendra, featuring crystal embellishments and sharp shoulder detailing. The styling balanced dramatic structure with minimal accessorising, creating a restrained yet impactful appearance.
Nitanshi Goel: Nitanshi Goel emerged as one of the youngest Indian celebrities to attract attention at Cannes 2025. Her looks included creations by JADE by Monica and Karishma as well as Papa Don’t Preach by Shubhika Sharma. Her styling leaned towards youthful couture with softer silhouettes and detailed craftsmanship.
Parul Gulati: Parul Gulati drew attention for one of the festival’s most unconventional looks. Designed by Mohit Rai and Riddhi Bansal, her custom outfit was created using human hair as a tribute to her hair extension brand, Nish Hair. The appearance stood out for blending personal branding with experimental fashion.
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