Cannes 2025: ‘Laapataa Ladies’ Actress Nitanshi Goel Stuns in Black and Gold Gown and Ivory Saree at the Red Carpet, Pays Tribute to Madhubala, Nargis and Other Bollywood Icons (See Pics)
Bollywood actress Nitanshi Goel made her debut at the Cannes 2025 on Day 3 of the prestigious film festival. The 17-year-old 'Laapataa Ladies' fame slayed two looks at the red carpet and also paid a tribute to the female Bollywood icons including Madhubala, Nargis, Nutan among others.
Making an unforgettable first impression at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, actress Nitanshi Goel made her red carpet debut with a powerful homage to the golden age of Indian cinema. The 17-year-old actress, known for her breakout role in the Oscar-shortlisted Laapataa Ladies, stepped into the global spotlight on Thursday with elegance and poise. Cannes 2025 Day 3: Nitanshi Goel Makes Stunning Debut in Custom-Made Black and Gold Strapless Gown, ‘Laapataa Ladies’ Star ‘Soft Glam’ Turns Heads (See Pics).
Dressed in a custom ivory saree by Jade by Monica and Karishma, Nitanshi's ensemble served as a heartfelt tribute to the women who shaped the legacy of Hindi cinema. Adorned with hairpins bearing the faces of screen legends like Madhubala, Nargis, Meena Kumari, Nutan, Waheeda Rehman, Asha Parekh, Vyjayanthimala, Hema Malini, Rekha, and Sridevi, the young actress carried with her a lineage of cinematic brilliance onto one of the world's most prestigious stages.
Nitanshi Goel Steals the Show on Day 3 of Cannes 2025
Shrey and Urja styled Nitanshi's first look, which was complemented by an intricately beaded blouse crafted with pearls and delicate embroidery, echoing the aesthetic of heirloom Indian fashion. Accessories were kept minimal.
Later that evening, Nitanshi made a second appearance on the red carpet in a striking black gown adorned with gold embroidery by Jade by Monica and Karishma. Cannes 2025: Anupam Kher Meets With Hollywood Actor and Friend Robert De Niro at 78th Cannes Film Festival (See Pics).
Nitanshi Goel Pays a Tribute to Female Bollywood Icons With Her Second Look at Cannes 2025
Nitanshi was present at Cannes for the screening of Dossier 137. Her Cannes debut comes alongside a wave of Indian talent at this year's festival, including All We Imagine As Light director Payal Kapadia, Chhaya Kadam. Actor Anupam Kher is in France for the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, where his film Tanvi The Great is set to be screened on May 17. Apart from this, Karan Johar's Homebound and legendary filmmaker Satyajit Ray's Aranyer Din Ratri are also set to be screened at Cannes.