Cannes Film Festival: News
The Cannes Festival is an annual film festival which is held in Cannes, France. It previews new films of all genres, from all around the world. It was founded in 1946 and is held annually since then, usually in May at the Palais des Festivals et des Congrès.
Priyanka Chopra's rise to American stardom will inspire you
From being a Bollywood diva to a Hollywood star, Priyanka Chopra has become a cultural icon in America, thanks to her versatility and the impact she has made.
'Easy to create jealousy': Scarlett Johansson on dating outside Hollywood
Hollywood actor Scarlett Johansson recently opened up about the challenges of dating someone outside the entertainment industry.
'Need to have individual thoughts': Karan Johar on Bollywood
Filmmaker Karan Johar recently shared his concerns about Bollywood's current "herd mentality."
Vicky Kaushal eyed for Guru Dutt's biopic?
Bollywood actor Vicky Kaushal is being considered as a strong candidate to play the legendary filmmaker and actor Guru Dutt in an upcoming biopic.
'Cowardly lies': Urvashi Rautela slams Diet Sabya for Cannes controversy
Bollywood actor Urvashi Rautela has hit back at Diet Sabya, a celebrity gossip page, for accusing her of blocking a hotel stairway while posing for pictures during the Cannes Film Festival.
Netflix secures Richard Linklater's 'Nouvelle Vague' after Cannes premiere
Netflix has secured the rights to Richard Linklater's latest film, Nouvelle Vague, following its successful premiere at the Cannes Film Festival.
How Martin Scorsese's valuable insights shaped Neeraj Ghaywan's 'Homebound'
Neeraj Ghaywan, the director of Homebound, revealed that executive producer Martin Scorsese had given valuable input on the film's script.
'It Was Just...' wins top Cannes honor: All about it
Ace Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi, earlier banned by the Iranian government from making films for 15 years, has won the Palme d'Or at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival.
Dazzling crystals, Gucci saree: Inside Alia's gorgeous Cannes look
Alia Bhatt turned heads at the closing ceremony of the Cannes Film Festival on Saturday.
'No privilege...': Why Vishal Jethwa considers himself 'misfit' in Bollywood
In a recent interview with Hollywood Reporter India, Mardaani 2 actor Vishal Jethwa opened up about feeling like a "misfit" in Bollywood.
Cannes: Margaret Qualley-Chris Evans's 'Honey Don't!' receives 6-minute standing ovation
Ethan Coen's latest dark comedy, Honey Don't!, featuring Margaret Qualley and Chris Evans, was recently screened at the Cannes Film Festival.
Schiaparelli gown, dazzling Armani dress: Alia turns heads at Cannes
Bollywood star Alia Bhatt took the Cannes Film Festival by storm on Friday.
Alia is not skipping Cannes after all
Bollywood actor Alia Bhatt was seen at the Mumbai airport on Friday, flying off to the Cannes Film Festival 2025.
Cannes 2025: Assamese mother-daughter duo makes historic red carpet appearance
In a year where India's cultural footprint at the Cannes Film Festival is making headlines, a story out of Assam's tea estates has stolen hearts.
True story of 2 friends that inspired Neeraj Ghaywan's 'Homebound'
In 2020, a picture of two men amid India's first wave of COVID-19 lockdown caught the attention of Basharat Peer, an international opinion editor at The New York Times.
Radhika Apte's 'Sister Midnight' impresses critics globally
The upcoming dark comedy film, Sister Midnight, starring Radhika Apte in the lead role, will be released in Indian theaters on May 30.
Banarasi saree, 500-carats of rubies: Inside Aishwarya's regal Cannes look
A regular at the Cannes Film Festival, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan stunned once again with her appearance at the 78th annual event on Wednesday.
Karan Tacker stuns in rare ₹18L Rolex at Cannes 2025
At the Cannes 2025 panel for Tanvi: The Great, Karan Tacker made a bold fashion statement with his choice of accessories.
'Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham' was once sold for just $5,000
Renowned filmmaker Karan Johar has made a grand return to the Cannes Film Festival after 12 years. The director is at the festival to promote his latest production, Homebound, directed by Neeraj Ghaywan.
Neha Bhasin accuses Nancy Tyagi of copying her corset
Singer Neha Bhasin has accused blogger and designer Nancy Tyagi of falsely claiming that her dress for the Cannes Film Festival was self-stitched.
Why did Denzel Washington snap at a Cannes photographer?
Hollywood actor Denzel Washington was involved in a tense exchange with a photographer during the world premiere of his latest film, Highest 2 Lowest, at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival on Monday.
Cannes 2025: Ishaan Khatter calls 'Homebound' an 'important' film
Having recently starred in Netflix's The Royals, Ishaan Khatter is gearing up for his next film, Homebound.
Cannes 2025: Shalini Passi's gown honors India's artistic legacy
Reality star Shalini Passi recently turned heads at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, wearing a custom-made 'Longitude 77' gown designed by the legendary Manish Malhotra.
Mubi acquires Jennifer Lawrence's Cannes sensation 'Die, My Love'
Mubi has nabbed the rights to Lynne Ramsay's drama Die, My Love, which recently debuted at the Cannes Film Festival.
Anupam Kher's 'Tanvi The Great' to release on this date
Anupam Kher has announced that his film Tanvi The Great will hit Indian theaters on July 18.
Cannes: Kevin Spacey to be honored for 'artistic brilliance'
Kevin Spacey, whose career has been marred by multiple sexual misconduct allegations, will be honored with the Award for Excellence in Film and Television at the Better World Fund's 10th Anniversary Gala Dinner in Cannes.
Standing ovation, glowing reviews—Jennifer Lawrence's 'Die, My Love' stuns Cannes
Die, My Love, starring Jennifer Lawrence and Robert Pattinson, received a rousing standing ovation that reportedly lasted over six minutes on its world premiere at the ongoing 78th Cannes Film Festival.
'Mission Impossible: Final Reckoning' has already sold over 1,00,000 tickets
The eighth and possibly last installment of the Mission: Impossible franchise, Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning, is off to a sensational start in advance ticket sales in India.
Bharat Pavilion inaugurated at Cannes Film Festival 2025
The illustrious Bharat Pavilion was officially inaugurated at the 78th Cannes Film Festival on Wednesday.
Radhika Apte's 'Sister Midnight' to hit theaters on May 23
The BAFTA and Cannes-nominated film Sister Midnight, starring Radhika Apte in the lead, is all set to release on May 23.
Cannes: Nitanshi Goel's hair pays tribute to Bollywood legends
Laapataa Ladies's 17-year-old sensation Nitanshi Goel made her debut at the 78th Cannes Film Festival.
'White Lotus's Aimee Lou joins Angelina Jolie in 'Anxious People'
BAFTA-winner Aimee Lou Wood, who is known for her work in Sex Education and HBO's The White Lotus Season 3, has landed a huge role.
Alia is in! Bollywood star to attend Cannes after all
Renowned actor Alia Bhatt is currently busy shooting for her next, Love & War, directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali.
Tom Cruise's 'Mission: Impossible' gets 5-minute standing ovation at Cannes
Tom Cruise's latest film, Mission: Impossible—Final Reckoning, premiered at the Cannes Film Festival on Wednesday and was met with a five-minute standing ovation.
Guneet Monga debuts 'Women in Film India' fellowship at Cannes
Academy Award-winning producer Guneet Monga Kapoor is making waves at the Cannes Film Festival with her latest initiative.
Will Alia fully give Cannes a miss?
Bollywood diva Alia Bhatt recently ditched the 2025 Cannes Film Festival opening day in light of the ongoing military conflict between India and Pakistan. The decision followed India's Operation Sindoor, which has increased tensions at the border.
Was Urvashi Rautela asked to leave Cannes red carpet?
When Indian actor Urvashi Rautela makes an appearance, it's impossible that she won't make headlines.
Robert De Niro blasts Trump in explosive Cannes speech
Hollywood legend Robert De Niro took a fiery dig at American President Donald Trump during the opening ceremony of the Cannes Film Festival on Tuesday.
Cannes: Why Halle Berry was forced to change her dress
At the Cannes jury press conference, Halle Berry disclosed that she had to change her outfit because of the festival's new red carpet rules.
Nudity ban at Cannes raises more questions than it answers
Known for its glamorous red carpet, the Cannes Film Festival has made a controversial amendment to its dress code, banning nudity on the red carpet and in all festival areas.
'Shark Tank' fame Parul Gulati to make her Cannes debut
Actor-entrepreneur Parul Gulati will be making her debut at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival this year.
'Homebound,' 'Tanvi' and more Indian films heading to Cannes
The Cannes Film Festival 2025 will showcase a plethora of Indian-origin films, both contemporary and classic.
'Laapataa Ladies' star Nitanshi Goel to make Cannes debut
Nitanshi Goel, the young talent who shot to fame for her performance as Phool in India's official Oscar entry, Laapataa Ladies, will mark her Cannes Film Festival debut in 2025.
Shalini Passi to make Cannes debut with 'Longitude 77'
Shalini Passi, popular for her stint on the reality show Fabulous Lives v/s Bollywood Wives, will be making her debut on the Cannes Film Festival red carpet in 2025.
Cannes Film Festival 2025: Jury, biggest films, streaming details
The 78th edition of the Cannes Film Festival will be held from May 13-24, turning the French coastal town into a haven for movie buffs.
Jacqueline Fernandez to walk Cannes red carpet again this year
Bollywood diva Jacqueline Fernandez is all set to make her second appearance at the 78th Cannes Film Festival.
How Tom Cruise's sister led him to 'Rain Man' role
At a recent British Film Institute (BFI) event in London, Hollywood actor Tom Cruise shared an interesting story of how he got his part in the Oscar-winning film Rain Man.
'No money...no publicity': When Shabana recalled 'Nishant' screening at Cannes
In an episode of In The Ring with Filmfare, veteran actor Shabana Azmi looked back at the 1976 Cannes Film Festival.
Arvind Swami's 'Major Srinivasan' unveiled in Anupam's 'Tanvi The Great'
The first look at Arvind Swami's character, Major Srinivasan, from Anupam Kher's upcoming film Tanvi The Great has been revealed.
Cannes 2025 to screen Satyajit Ray's classic 'Aranyer Din Ratri'
The 2025 Cannes Film Festival announced that Satyajit Ray's iconic 1970 film Aranyer Din Ratri will be screened in the Classics section.
Jackie Shroff joins Anupam's 'Tanvi The Great' as Army officer
In a new development, veteran actor Jackie Shroff has been confirmed for a key role in Anupam Kher's upcoming directorial Tanvi The Great.
Kiara's gold breastplate gown reminds us of Aishwarya's Cannes look
Indian actor Kiara Advani stole hearts as she made her debut at the 2025 Met Gala, but her outfit stirred up a fashionable déjà vu.
Cannes: Alia Bhatt to debut as L'Oreal Paris global ambassador
L'Oreal Paris has announced its return as the official beauty partner for the 2025 Cannes Film Festival.
India's 'The Second Wind' heads to Cannes: All about it
Indira Baikerikar's much-awaited film, The Second Wind, will premiere at the 78th Cannes Film Festival, which will be held from May 13 to 24, 2025.
Before Payal Kapadia, these Indians have been on Cannes jury
Acclaimed filmmaker Payal Kapadia is returning to the Cannes Film Festival as a jury member for its 78th edition.
Did you know? Late Pope Francis was a 'movie star'
Pope Francis died aged 88 on Monday. The Vatican announced his death, saying he died at his residence, Casa Santa Marta.
Shekhar Kapur becomes chairman of jury at Istanbul Film Festival
Acclaimed filmmaker Shekhar Kapur, known for his work on Elizabeth, Mr. India, and Bandit Queen, will be the Chairman of the Jury at the 2025 Istanbul Film Festival.
'Eddington' trailer: Joaquin Phoenix-Emma Stone-Pedro Pascal lead Western black comedy
The first teaser of Ari Aster's much-anticipated thriller, Eddington, has arrived, and the star power of Joaquin Phoenix, Pedro Pascal, Emma Stone, and Austin Butler is incredible.
Anupam Kher's 'Tanvi The Great' to premiere at Cannes
Anupam Kher's upcoming directorial Tanvi The Great will have its world premiere at the upcoming Cannes Film Festival. The film will be screened in the Marché du Film section, the veteran actor and filmmaker announced on Monday.
Will 'Kennedy' finally release in India? Anurag Kashyap hints so
Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap recently teased the Indian release of his neo-noir thriller Kennedy at the 10th Indie Meme Film Festival in Austin, Texas.
Neeraj Ghaywan's 'Homebound' selected for Cannes's Un Certain Regard
Acclaimed Indian filmmaker Neeraj Ghaywan's latest project, Homebound, has been selected for the prestigious Un Certain Regard category at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival.
Cannes 2025 lineup includes Wes Anderson, Ari Aster, more
The 78th Cannes Film Festival is all set to spotlight familiar faces, soaring expectations, and a strong Hollywood presence.
'False, misleading': Hollywood screenwriter Paul Schrader denies sexual assault allegations
Paul Schrader (78), the screenwriter behind Hollywood films like Taxi Driver, has publicly denied allegations of sexual assault made by his former assistant.
'Taxi Driver' screenwriter Paul Schrader accused of sexual harassment
Acclaimed screenwriter and director Paul Schrader (Taxi Driver, Raging Bull) has been accused of sexual harassment by his former assistant.
Jacqueline Fernandez's co-star accused of s*x with trafficked women
Hollywood actor Jean-Claude Van Damme (JCVD), who co-starred with Jacqueline Fernandez in Kill 'Em All 2 last year, has been accused of having sexual relations with five trafficked Romanian women.
Payal Kapadia teases two new Mumbai-set films after Cannes glory
Acclaimed filmmaker Payal Kapadia has announced her plans for two upcoming films following her highly praised 2024 surrealist drama, All We Imagine As Light.
'Bandit Queen' OTT release: Where to stream the controversial film?
Shekhar Kapur's controversial 1994 film Bandit Queen, starring the amazing Seema Biswas, is available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video. But the movie has stirred outrage for the OTT giant's edited version.
Alia Bhatt to debut at Cannes Film Festival 2025
Bollywood star Alia Bhatt will finally be making her debut at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival in 2025, reported Times Now.
'Anora' sees 144% box office surge after winning five Oscars
Sean Baker's dark romantic comedy, Anora, has witnessed a massive spike in its box office earnings after its triumph at the 97th Academy Awards.
'Kannappa' teaser unveiled in Mumbai with Akshay Kumar, Vishnu Manchu
The much-awaited teaser of the epic film Kannappa was launched at a special media event in Mumbai.