Cannes 2025: Janhvi Kapoor’s Debut Turns Heads on Global Stage
Bollywood actress Janhvi Kapoor made a remarkable entrance at the 78th Cannes Film Festival, with her breathtaking red-carpet appearance already capturing significant attention. Representing her forthcoming film Homebound, which is set to premiere in the Un Certain Regard section, Janhvi’s appearance attracted admiration and received positive feedback from various members of the Kapoor family, including Kareena Kapoor Khan, Sonam Kapoor, and her sister Khushi Kapoor.
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On May 20, Janhvi made a stunning appearance on the red carpet wearing a bespoke tissue skirt and corset created by renowned designer Tarun Tahiliani. Her cousin, fashion stylist and producer Rhea Kapoor, curated the look for the special occasion. Sharing pictures of the ensemble on Instagram, Rhea wrote:
“@taruntahiliani and @chopard for @janhvikapoor tonight in Cannes. Modern India at the French Riviera.”
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The Kapoor family swiftly expressed their reactions. Sonam Kapoor, recognized for her remarkable appearances at Cannes 2025, responded with heart emojis, while Kareena Kapoor Khan contributed a series of hearts, smiles, and appreciative emojis. Khushi Kapoor succinctly commented, ‘My 🤍’ on Janhvi’s post. Shanaya Kapoor also joined in, describing her cousin as ‘breathtaking.’
Janhvi also shared a series of portraits from the shoot on her Instagram, offering fans a closer look at her elegant ensemble and glowing presence. The photos were widely circulated across social media and reposted by fan pages and fellow celebrities alike.
Spotlight on Homebound
Beyond the glamour, Janhvi’s appearance is tied to an important milestone in her career. Her film Homebound, written and directed by Neeraj Ghaywan, is set to premiere at Cannes today, May 21. The film features Janhvi alongside Ishaan Khatter and Vishal Jethwa, both of whom also attended the event and walked the red carpet.
Homebound is contending in the Un Certain Regard category, which is recognized for honoring creative and daring narratives. It will be screened alongside several international titles, including Eleanor the Great, My Father’s Shadow, Pillion, and Urchin.
The film boasts an impressive production team, including Karan Johar, Adar Poonawalla, Apoorva Mehta, and Somen Mishra as producers. Marijke deSouza and Melita Toscan Du Plantier have come on board as co-producers, while the legendary Hollywood filmmaker Martin Scorsese serves as the executive producer—further elevating the project’s global appeal.
A Defining Red Carpet Moment
Janhvi Kapoor’s debut at Cannes not only cements her growing presence in global cinema but also marks a proud moment for Indian representation on the international stage. With support from family, friends, and the film industry pouring in, her red-carpet moment is poised to be one of the standout highlights of Cannes 2025.
As Homebound prepares for its world premiere, all eyes remain on Janhvi Kapoor—not just for her style, but for the powerful story she’s helping bring to the world.