The 77th Cannes Film Festival has come to an end, with India winning big at the film festival and on the red carpet.
With 'As We Imagine As Light' winning the prestigious Grand Prix award and actor Anasuya Sengupta bagging Best Actress for The Shameless, the film festival saw big wins in fashion. With celebrities taking the internet by storm with their red carpet looks, all the looks showcased ahead of the film's screening were celebrated.
This year, there were six Indian designers who dressed international celebrities such as actress Meryl Streep, singer Kelly Rowland, actress and director Catrine Marlon and models such as Paola Turani, Nataline Vertiz, Josephine Skriver, Mirka Oktavia Hendro and Valeriya Hjertenaes in their creations. .
From couture dresses that redefine Indian heritage to statement jewelery designs, each creation celebrated Indian craftsmanship created by the biggest names in the fashion world, including Anamika Khanna, Gaurav Gupta, Hanut Singh, Manish Malhotra, Rahul Mishra and Sanjukta Dutta. Here's a look at who wore what at the 77th Cannes Film Festival.
Celebrity: Meryl Streep
Designer: Hanut Singh Jewelry
Veteran actress Meryl Streep received the Palme d'Or for Lifetime Achievement at the opening ceremony of the 77th Cannes Film Festival, Mamma Mia! The actor appeared on the red carpet wearing Hanut Singh Jewellery's signature drop earrings. Known for creating designs inspired by Indian heritage, the earrings complemented Meryl's timeless style. Elated to see Meryl adorn her creation, Hanut Singh took to Instagram to share her thoughts. He said: “It happened to the one and only superstar Meryl Streep who won her Lifetime Achievement Award @festivaldecannes wearing my dangle earrings! “I'm absolutely thrilled and it's a pinching moment.” Additionally, he thanked Meryl's stylist, Micaela Erlanger, and Fred Leighton, for the styling.
Celebrity: Kelly Rowland
Designer: Anamika Khanna
At the 77th Cannes Film Festival, Kelly Rowland appeared on the red carpet in a stunning crimson couture dress by renowned designer Anamika Khanna. This off-the-shoulder masterpiece features exquisite drapes and flowy chiffon material that epitomizes elegance and grace. The dress's intricate draping style accentuates Kelly's silhouette, embodying the timeless sophistication for which she is celebrated Khanna. “I want to create pieces that you take out after 25 years, style them and wear them again. That's my idea of sustainability. Somewhere done consciously and somewhere done automatically,” explains Anamika Khanna, reflecting the enduring fashion philosophy of hers.
Inspired by the essence of timelessness and powerful femininity, this dress is a testament to both the designer's vision and the commanding presence of Kelly Rowland. Known for her multifaceted career as a singer, actress and producer, Kelly embodies the empowered woman Khanna loves to dress. Recently, Kelly starred in and produced the film 'Mea Culpa', further cementing her role as a powerhouse in the entertainment industry. This collaboration between the iconic designer and celebrated artist underscores a shared celebration of strength, elegance and enduring style.
Celebrity: Kelly Rowland
Designer: Gaurav Gupta
Off the red carpet, Kelly Rowland wore Gaurav Gupta Couture twice. For an evening event in Cannes, Kelly wore the iconic Mudra cast metal bralet and a draped jersey cape, which was a key look at Aarohanam's Paris Couture Week SS'24 presentation. The curtain features golden hand motifs that elegantly enhance the silhouette, complemented by the matte black jersey. Introducing metal casting for the first time in this collection, the couturier brings a sense of opulence that reflects exceptional craftsmanship. The Mudra motif, which represents symbolic hand gestures in Indian culture, adds an element of traditional meaning to the ensemble.
Kelly Rowland also wore Gaurav Gupta Couture for the 2024 Amfar Gala in Cannes. She wore the brand Hiranyagarbha's neon green sculpted top and skirt at the Paris Haute Couture Week AW'23 presentation. The fitted skirt and micro top embellished with the brand's signature sculpted detail were accented with bugle beads and crystal embroidery to contour the figure. Kelly beautifully carries the contemporary silhouette and color effortlessly, showing off the true playful personality of hers.
Couturier Gaurav Gupta says, “Kelly is playful, experimental, elevated and constantly trying to push her limits. We loved working with her this season in Cannes. She elegantly wore two Indian-inspired ensembles to Cannes, a beautiful ode to the brand's DNA. From the Mudra cast metal bralet to the Lehenga-inspired silhouette.”
Celebrities: Josephine Skriver and Natalie Vertiz
Designer: Manish Malhotra
Couturier Manish Malhotra's ensembles have always had a global impact, with celebrities adorning his culturally rich ensembles. Globally attractive and rooted in Indian heritage, Manish Malhotra had two famous models adorning his couture designs.
Victoria's Secret supermodel Josephine Skriver looked stunning in an ivory pearl Manish Malhotra gown with intricate embellished details and lace trim on the red carpet at the 77th Cannes Film Festival 2024.
Similarly, who stole the show in a dazzling red ensemble was Miss Peru 2011, Natalie Vertiz, who looked radiant in a Bombay Bordeaux red dress, perfected over 1,700 hours, adorned with Swarovski and a 2.5 meter trail.
Celebrity: Paola Turani
Designer: Rahul Mishra
Italian model Paola Turani wore a haute couture piece designed by Rahul Mishra. The hand-embroidered 'The Marvel' snake-shaped sequin corset dress from the Spring 2024 Couture Collection, Superheroes. The Superheroes collection, presented at Paris Haute Couture Week 2024, draws attention to the nuances of sharing life with species of reptiles and insects that share the environment with us.
Celebrities: Mirka Oktavia Hendro and Valeriya Hjertenaes
Designer: Sanjukta Dutta
Making her red carpet debut at the 77th Cannes Film Festival, fashion designer Sanjukta Dutta walked the red carpet alongside her muses, models Mirka Oktavia Hendro and Valeriya Hjertenaes. Both models adorned couture dresses inspired by the traditional Mekhela Chador. Taking to Instagram, Sanjukta expressed her happiness at making her debut at the film festival and said, “It is a divine feeling beyond expression to be a part of the 77th Cannes Film Festival. Mirka and Valeria made my day incredibly beautiful. I feel very honored to walk the red carpet in an Assamese Mekhela chador. Dear God, I don't know how to thank you for all your blessings.”
