Bollywood stars Janhvi Kapoor and Ishaan Khatter dazzled on the 2025 Cannes Film Festival red carpet ahead of their film Homebound, representing Indian cinema globally. Star duo walks red carpet ahead of Homebound premiere, representing Indian cinema globally.

Jhanvi makes it special!

Janhvi Kapoor and Ishaan Khatter lit up the 77th Cannes Film Festival red carpet with their film Homebound, marking a proud moment for Indian cinema globally. Kapoor and Khatter dazzled on the Palais des Festivals steps, Kapoor in a bespoke ivory gown by Manish Malhotra and Khatter in a classic black tuxedo with Indian details by Gaurav Gupta, both receiving thunderous applause.

Neeraj Ghaywan's film 'Homebound' will screen at the Un Certain Regard section of Cannes. The movie is about identity, diaspora, and emotion. The actors got cited early for their well-nuanced performances.

'This is surreal' said Janhvi to reporters on the red carpet. Ishaan said, "Representing India with Indian designers and sharing a heartfelt story is a dream come true. Cannes is sacred ground for cinema."  We’re grateful to be part of this incredible moment."

The premiere of Homebound is certainly a highlight of India's presence at Cannes this year, with the Indian pavilion highlighting new talent and works of diverse storytelling. Considered a major advancement for the next generation of Indian actors in the global scenario, the international debut by Kapoor and Khatter sets that big step into the world arena.