Maharashtra Cultural Affairs Minister Ashish Shelar on Friday said the state government acted swiftly after receiving complaints that Mara.
Ethiopia’s Kokob Gebrehaweria Tesfay, a SRFTI Kolkata student made ‘A Doll Made Up of Clay’ featuring Nigerian Ibrahim Ahmed, who’d come to Kolkata to play seven-a-side football. The short film was selected at La Cinef competition of 78th Cannes Film Festival. Those behind the film talk about its making and the racism Africans face in India.
Aditi Rao Hydari walked the red carpet of the 78th annual Cannes Film Festival at Palais des Festivals in a Rahul Mishra gown at the premiere of the biographical drama, Fuori. She shared a new video from French Rivera.
Sharmila Tagore on meeting Wes Anderson at the 78th Cannes Film Festival screening of her 1970 film Aranyer Din Ratri; essaying some of Satyajit Ray’s strong women characters on screen; working with two Bengali stars Soumitra Chatterjee & Uttam Kumar; & balancing Bengali cinema with Bollywood.
EXCLUSIVE: To many, the cinema of the American auteur nonpareil remains an enigma. French documentary filmmaker Stéphane Ghez tries to decode that in 'David Lynch: Une énigme à Hollywood' ('Welcome to Lynchland'), a tribute to Lynch who passed away on January 16, 2025. The film premiered in Cannes Classics.
Nitanshi Goel and Alia Bhatt have surprisingly surpassed prominent names in the entertainment and fashion industry at EMV (Earned Media Value) list. Both actress made their Cannes red carpet debut this year.
An unseen picture from Aishwarya Rai’s Cannes visit is going viral. This time, the actress is seen sporting a luxe three-piece suit in soft mauve. Her flawless makeup and voluminous hair make her look like a poster girl. On the red carpet, she also wowed in creations by Manish Malhotra and Gaurav Gupta.
78th Cannes Film Festival: Actor Rahul Bhat talks about Black Warrant, returning to Cannes a third time after Ugly and Kennedy, his new LA-produced Kumbh film, and growing up in Kashmir and wanting to be Amitabh Bachchan
Philanthropist and businesswoman Natasha Poonawalla wore a strapless gold Balenciaga gown from the luxury brand’s Resort 2025 collection that looked like crinkled gold foil at the prestigious amfAR Gala, held at the storied Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc in Cap d'Antibes during the 78th Cannes Film Festival.
At Cannes 2025, Indian celebrities brought a touch of tradition to the red carpet. From Alia Bhatt’s nazar ka tika and Janhvi Kapoor’s protective black thread to Aishwarya Rai and Aditi Rao Hydari’s sindoor, stars proudly displayed their cultural roots, blending heritage with glamour.
Alia Bhatt makes a glamorous second red carpet appearance at the Cannes Film Festival in a strapless, floor-length midnight blue gown with a plunging V-back.
Indian celebrities lit up Cannes 2025 with bold accessories and statement-making jewellery. From Nitanshi Goel’s cinematic hairpins to Urvashi Rautela’s Rs 4 lakh parrot clutch, and Aishwarya Rai’s layered rubies, the red carpet celebrated Indian heritage, vibrant gemstones, and a fearless new era of fashion expression.
Aishwarya Rai wears a special drape during her second Cannes Film Festival performance. The drape holds a special Bhagavad Gita verse encouraging selfless action.
Actor Vishal Jethwa made his acting debut as a child actor but hit to the stardom after almost a decade with Rani Mukerji's film Mardaani 2. The actor recently walked Cannes Film Festival 2025 red carpet for the first time.
Vishwambhara was recently screened at the esteemed Cannes Film Festival, marking a significant step towards establishing a worldwide presence.
Karan Johar has been serving some of his finest looks at Cannes. After his impressive red carpet debut in a Manish Malhotra creation, he charmed the internet in a Rohit Bal rose jacket, paying a fitting tribute to the late designer.
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's Cannes 2025 appearance celebrates Indian heritage and tradition at the global stage. The actress showcased her impeccable style with Manish Malhotra saree at the red carpet.
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan beautifully paid a tribute to Indian heritage and the handloom industry at the Cannes Film Festival. The actress stuns in an ivory saree.
The 15-minute standing ovation for Sentimental Value is the longest of the Cannes 2025. The film has surpassed the 11.5 minutes of applause received by Julia Ducournau's film Alpha earlier in the festival.
Janhvi Kapoor has truly outdone herself at Cannes 2025, making one stunning appearance after another. Her latest look—a backless sage green gown by Anamika Khanna—seamlessly blended heritage with modern detailing, elevated by striking statement jewellery.
Halle Berry and Ishaan Khatter stunned in Indian designer Gaurav Gupta's creations at the Chopard Universe Gala during Cannes 2025. While Berry wore a gown by Gupta, to honour Cannes’ new dress code, Khatter, too, made a stylish debut at the prestigious film festival.
Veteran actors Sharmila Tagore and Simi Garewal attended the screening of the 1970 Bengali film, Aranyer Din Ratri on Monday evening. Video showed Satyajit Ray's film received a standing ovation.
Aditi Rao Hydari made a splash on the Cannes red carpet in a shimmering ombré gown by Rahul Mishra. The stunning hand-embroidered creation was styled with sparkling Chopard jewels, adding to her elegance. She turned heads with her sleek appearance and left fans impressed.
Aditi Rao Hydari sported a embellished gown by Rahul Mishra which he first showcased at Paris Haute Couture Week for Fall/Winter 2024. The actress walked teh red carpet of Cannes 2025.
Fabulous Lives Vs Bollywood Wives star Shalini Passi dons Ornelys couture and midnight blue for an event in Cannes. She recently made Cannes Film Festival debut in Manish Malhotra gown.