2025 Cannes Festival Highlights Global Fashion, Indian Talent

The 2025 Cannes Film Festival featured a stricter dress code prohibiting nudity on the red carpet, yet remained a showcase for global fashion statements. Notable appearances included celebrities like Pedro Pascal, Dakota Fanning, Ciara, Jeremy Strong, Kristen Stewart, and Indian influencer Masoom Minawala, who continued her advocacy for Indian designers. Indian actress Anushka Sen debuted in a purple-toned off-shoulder gown blending traditional embroidery with a modern silhouette. The festival emphasized a blend of tradition and innovation, highlighting cultural pride and the work of emerging designers. Despite conservative regulations, the red carpet provided a platform for self-expression and the growing impact of South Asian and global fashion influences. The event reaffirmed Cannes' role as a stage for both heritage and cutting-edge style.