Bollywood actress Janhvi Kapoor made a striking debut at Cannes 2025 on May 20,2025, dazzling spectators with her ‘modern maharani’ aesthetic that seamlessly blends tradition with contemporary fashion. Draped in an exquisite Tarun Tahiliani corset lehenga, Kapoor’s regal look is setting a new benchmark for modern Indian brides.
Janhvi Kapoor’s Cannes Debut: A Royal Affair
Kapoor’s first appearance at Cannes 2025 has already made waves in the fashion world. Styled by Rhea Kapoor, she embraced a regal yet modern bridal aesthetic with a Banarasi tissue corset-skirt, featuring structured drapes, intricate boning, and lace-up details. The long, flowing train added a theatrical element, making her look nothing short of majestic on the red carpet.
Speaking about the ensemble, Tarun Tahiliani shared, “The goal was to celebrate heritage while offering brides something fresh, comfortable, and strikingly modern.”
janhvi kapoor wearing custom tarun tahiliani at the 78th cannes film festival pic.twitter.com/dYxuMaZ4gD
— ❦ (@modelsdiaryy) May 20, 2025
A Bridal Trendsetter: Comfort Meets Elegance
Kapoor’s Cannes outfit redefines bridal fashion, proving that a bride can be both ornate yet effortless. The pearls and diamond Chopard jewelry added the finishing touch to her ensemble, embodying luxury without overshadowing the intricacy of the corset lehenga.
Fashion critics have hailed her look as a game-changer for Indian brides, emphasizing how structured drapes and contemporary silhouettes can coexist with classic fabrics like Banarasi tissue.
Janhvi Kapoor's stunning looks brought the real Bawaal to Cannes,and we’re still recovering!#IIFA pic.twitter.com/mLF3z5a9PT
— IIFA (@IIFA) May 21, 2025
Social Media Reactions and Future Fashion Influence
The stunning photos instantly became viral across social media, with fans praising Kapoor’s choice as the perfect blend of tradition and innovation.
Can we talk about how insanely gorgeous Janhvi looks??
janhvi kapoor for ‘homebound’ premiere at the 78th cannes film festival 🤌🏻❤️ pic.twitter.com/I2TbC4AQiG
— 𝙢𝙪𝙯. (@MushtieQ) May 21, 2025
With destination weddings on the rise, many brides are expected to draw inspiration from Kapoor’s Cannes outfit to create modern yet culturally rooted wedding ensembles.
Catch more celebrity scoops, TV drama, and movie updates in our Entertainment section.
From red carpets to streaming originals, PanAsiaBiz keeps you in the loop.
