Kiara Advani is all set to make her first appearance at the Cannes Film Festival this year. The prestigious event, now in its 77th edition, will run from May 14 to May 25, 2024. Kiara will be joining a host of other Bollywood celebrities who have graced the Cannes red carpet in the past, such as Deepika Padukone, Aishwarya Rai, Anushka Sharma, Sonam Kapoor, and Sara Ali Khan.
According to a report, Kiara will be representing India at the Women in Cinema Gala, hosted by the Red Sea Film Foundation. This special event will take place during the Cannes Film Festival 2024. The gala dinner, organized by Vanity Fair, aims to celebrate the contributions of six remarkable women in the entertainment industry from around the world.
Kiara Advani’s Schedule at Cannes
In addition to attending the gala, Kiara Advani will also be participating in a panel discussion at the Red Sea International Film Festival. Scheduled for May 18, 2024, at La Plage Des Palmes, this discussion will focus on global incentives and filming opportunities. It’s part of a series of four-panel discussions aimed at exploring various aspects of the global film industry.
Other Indian Celebrities at Cannes
Aishwarya Rai and Aditi Rao Hydari will also be making appearances at Cannes this year as ambassadors for L’Oreal. Aishwarya, a regular at Cannes, is known for her stunning red-carpet looks, while Aditi made her debut at the festival in 2022. Their presence adds to the Indian representation at this global event.
India’s Presence at Cannes 2024
The 77th Cannes Film Festival will also see India hosting a ‘Bharat Parv’. This special event is designed to highlight the creative opportunities in India and will feature prominent delegates from both central and state governments, as well as industry professionals.
The Information and Broadcasting Ministry announced that the Bharat Parv will be held in the Marche du Films, the business counterpart of the Cannes Film Festival. It will provide a platform for Indian delegates to engage with filmmakers, directors, producers, buyers, and sales agents from around the world. The aim is to showcase India’s creative economy and the vast pool of talent in the country.
This year marks a significant milestone as it will be the first time India hosts a Bharat Parv at Cannes. This initiative reflects India’s growing influence in the global film industry and its commitment to fostering international collaborations.
Kiara Advani’s debut at the Cannes Film Festival is a proud moment for Indian cinema. Her participation in the Women in Cinema Gala and the panel discussions will highlight the diverse talent and opportunities in India. With the Bharat Parv, India aims to make a significant impact at the festival, showcasing its rich creative potential to the world.
