Film festivals are considered prestigious platforms for all the film fraternities to showcase their films in a bigger diaspora to the audience. Celebrities and influencers’ morning DIY glamours looks, catching for quick brunch followed by interviews amid the backdrop of beautiful Cannes town, posing before paparazzi with custom-built attires, strolling in the sun-kissed places, and attending late-night parties, are captured by global lenses. It creates a sensual and vibrant atmosphere in the alluring Cannes. The word Cannes Film Festival has etched in people’s hearts; it redefines the cultural aura by blending with modernity and sophistication.
This event usually takes place at a resort in the French Riviera for twelve days in a picturesque region of the Alpes-CĂ´tes d’Azur, southeastern France. The Cannes Film Festival is among the top three international festivals; the Berlin and Venice festivals complete the trio. It features all genres of movies–documentaries, short films, feature-length films, short films, and more. Apart from showcasing films, the celebrity red-carpet events elevate the vibe by adding unique charisma to the event. So, today, let us look at the celebrities’ outfits that grabbed the headlines at the recently held Cannes Festival.
1. Aishwarya Rai Bachchan
Aishwarya is no newcomer to the film festival. Her presence at the event since 2002 has grabbed significant media attention due to her style and aura, which she carries. In the 2025 Cannes event, Aishwarya did not disappoint her fans, reaffirming her status as a global fashion icon with yet another stunning appearance. In her first appearance, she was draped in a white, rich-textured and well-crafted Banarasi saree designed by Manish Malhotra.
And to complement her look, a voluminous train cascaded behind her, enhancing her majestic elegance. For her second appearance, on a black couture gown, she donned a cape inscribed with a Sanskrit shloka, adding cultural depth to her ensemble; this was custom-created by Gaurav Gupta.
2. Bella Hadid
Her regal style dominates any event. Bella Hadid’s red-carpet looks always bring authenticity and modernity to the events. Meanwhile, her most recent Cannes Film Festival 2025 look was in a bespoke Saint Laurent gown by Anthony Vaccarello. The gown featured a draped cowl neck design and a figure hugging body with cut-outs along the sides and above the waist, a seductive slit that reached mid-thigh, and an open back detailed with criss-cross straps, added charm to the ensemble.
3. Adam Lambert
An iconic singer, who rose to fame from American Idol, turns heads at the Cannes Film Festival by featuring uber-minimalistic yet maximalist attire. Dressed in a richly textured black suit, he layered a retro-chic polka dot Dolce & Gabbana satin shirt beneath a plush Balmain velvet jacket, grounding the look with classic McQueen trousers—an ensemble that radiated confident elegance.
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4. Tom Cruise
A Mission: Impossible star, Tom Cruise, dropped by at the event to promote his movie. But his regal presence caught everyone’s attention. His deep red shirt paired with red trousers complemented his cool look, and aviator sunglasses completed the ensemble. With the Mission: Impossible score echoing across the French Riviera, the red carpet transformed into a cinematic spectacle. Adding to the event, his second appearance in a tailored black tuxedo underneath a classic monochromatic pristine white shirt, fitted trousers, a debonair bow tie, and his legendary black sunglasses, effortlessly blended the outfit with suave sophistication.
5. Veena Praveenar Singh
An Indian-Thai model poised to compete in Miss Universe Thailand 2025, aiming to create a milestone by amplifying the Indian heritage on the international stage. On the red carpet, she wore a silver gown by Michael Cinco. With a dramatic plunging neckline, a structured bodice, and a voluminous, tiered skirt, her look effortlessly blended princess fantasy with high-fashion edge. The statement silhouette and extended hem subtly pushed back against Cannes’ evolving dress code.
Written By: Tejaswini Prasad