Cannes Throwback - 2025’s Most Talked-About and Memorable Red Carpet Looks at Cannes From India

Mumbai News : The Cannes Film Festival 2025 turned into a landmark moment for Indian fashion on the global stage. From regal Indian craftsmanship and couture glamour to bold experimentation and contemporary menswear, Indian celebrities brought a striking mix of tradition and modernity to the iconic red carpet. These stars didn’t just attend Cannes, they created fashion moments that sparked conversations across the world. As Cannes 2026 has officially begun in the French Riviera, here’s looking at last year’s most talked about and memorable red carpet moments and looks.

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan once again proved why she remains the ultimate Cannes icon from India. The actor embraced Indian heritage in a breathtaking ivory and gold ensemble by designer Manish Malhotra. Her look featured a handwoven Kadwa Banarasi saree layered with intricate embroidery and paired with a dramatic cape-style dupatta that elevated the traditional silhouette into couture territory. The real gold detailing, heirloom-inspired jewellery, and her signature elegance transformed the appearance into one of the most celebrated fashion moments of Cannes 2025. 

Alia Bhatt

Alia Bhatt’s Cannes debut was among the most anticipated appearances of the year, and she delivered a wardrobe filled with timeless sophistication. For her first red carpet appearance, Alia wore an ivory-nude Schiaparelli haute couture gown by Daniel Roseberry featuring delicate floral embroidery, sculpted detailing, and a soft mermaid silhouette.

She later embraced old Hollywood glamour in a navy Giorgio Armani Privé gown adorned with shimmering embellishments and a statement headpiece. For the closing ceremony, Alia made headlines in a custom Gucci saree-inspired ensemble embellished with Swarovski crystals and the house’s signature GG monogram. Her Cannes fashion journey reflected elegance, restraint, and global luxury while still retaining a distinct individuality. Every look felt polished, refined, and effortlessly international.

Parul Gulati

Parul Gulati turned heads at Cannes 2025 with one of the festival’s most unconventional looks. Designed by Mohit Rai and Riddhi Bansal, her custom-made outfit was crafted entirely out of human hair, a bold creative tribute to her hair extension brand, Nish Hair. The look instantly became a conversation starter for its uniqueness and personal connection to her entrepreneurial journey. By blending fashion with business identity, Parul brought individuality and innovation to the Cannes red carpet in a way that felt both daring and authentic.

Nitanshi Goel

Nitanshi Goel emerged as one of the freshest fashion faces at Cannes 2025. Representing a new generation of Indian talent, she embraced youthful elegance with couture creations that balanced sophistication with softness. One of her standout looks was designed by Monica Shah and Karishma Swali for JADE by Monica and Karishma, featuring dreamy detailing and delicate craftsmanship. She also wore a whimsical outfit by Papa Don’t Preach by Shubhika Sharma, adding a playful fairytale aesthetic to her Cannes wardrobe.

What made Nitanshi stand out was the authenticity she brought to the red carpet. Rather than appearing overly styled, her looks reflected freshness, innocence, and effortless grace.

Janhvi Kapoor

Janhvi Kapoor fully embraced cinematic glamour at Cannes 2025 with fashion deeply rooted in Indian craftsmanship. One of her most memorable appearances featured a blush pink tissue ensemble by Tarun Tahiliani that beautifully combined draped Indian aesthetics with couture structure. She also wore a pistachio green couture gown by Anamika Khanna featuring a sculpted gilded bodice and dramatic extended train. The intricate embroidery, pearl detailing, and flowing silhouettes brought together softness and grandeur in equal measure. Janhvi’s Cannes wardrobe celebrated Indian couture while maintaining the dramatic elegance expected from a global red carpet appearance.

Ishaan Khatter

Ishaan Khatter delivered one of the strongest menswear moments from India at Cannes 2025. The actor opted for a deep Bordeaux velvet bandhgala by designer Gaurav Gupta, paired with matching tailored trousers and a sleek black silk shirt. The structured silhouette and rich velvet texture gave the look a sharp contemporary edge while still retaining traditional Indian tailoring influences. Ishaan’s appearance reflected confidence, individuality, and a refreshing approach to modern red carpet menswear.

Vishal Jethwa 

Vishal Jethwa brought understated sophistication to the Cannes red carpet with clean tailoring and refined styling choices. At the 78th Cannes Film Festival, Vishal Jethwa made a dramatic debut, wearing a custom black "Power Armour" suit designed by Kaushik Velendra. The look featured heavy crystal embellishments, sharp shoulder structures, and was accessorized with custom gold "Two Wings of the Same Sky" brooches by Kavya Potluri. Instead of relying on dramatic fashion statements, the actor embraced classic silhouettes with modern touches that reflected effortless confidence.

His appearance proved that simplicity can often create the strongest impact. Vishal represented a quieter, more grounded side of red carpet fashion, one rooted in authenticity and timeless charm.

Karan Johar

Karan Johar once again embraced maximalist fashion with complete confidence at Cannes 2025. Known for turning every appearance into a spectacle, the filmmaker wore an embroidered ivory sherwani by Manish Malhotra that celebrated regal Indian craftsmanship with a couture edge. In another standout moment, Karan paid tribute to late designer Rohit Bal by wearing a silk velvet jacket from the designer’s archive collection. The dramatic silhouettes, luxurious fabrics, and statement styling reflected Karan’s larger-than-life personality and deep understanding of fashion as performance art.