From Ankush Bahuguna To Nancy Tyagi, Indian Creators Who Debuted On Cannes Red Carpet 2024

The Cannes Film Festival has become a platform not just for filmmakers and celebrities, but for many Indian influencers and content creators who are continuously making their mark on the global stage. As the festival has long been hailed as a celebration of creativity, artistry, and cultural diversity, even this year, the red carpet saw a fresh wave of Indian influencers making their debut, adding a new dimension to the festival’s rich tapestry. India’s long-standing association with the prestigious Cannes Film Festival goes all the way back to 2002 when Bollywood actors Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Shah Rukh Khan gave us an iconic red carpet moment. As the glitz and glamour of the Cannes Film Festival unfolded later on, the event saw a significant representation from the Hindi film industry as renowned actors like Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Sonam Kapoor, and Deepika Padukone also graced the red carpet. Cut to 2023 Cannes Film Festival, it witnessed a host of influencers and content creators like Ranveer Allahbadia, Kusha Kapila, Dolly Singh, Masoom Minawala, and others stealing the limelight. Even this year, the trend continues as a fresh wave of Indian influencers stepped onto the iconic Cannes red carpet. The 77th Cannes Film Festival kick started from May 14 and will continue until May 25 on the iconic French Riviera. Ankush Bahuguna Ankush Bahuguna, recognised for his blend of relatable humor and beauty content, graced the Cannes red carpet this year, earning the title of "India’s first male beauty creator". His influence extends beyond just creating humorous reels. His YouTube show 'Wing It With Ankush' features makeup ideas and partnerships with well-known personalities. <blockquote class="instagram-media" style="background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);" data-instgrm-captioned="" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/C7GtKFgoT67/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading" data-instgrm-version="14"> View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ankush Bahuguna (@ankushbahuguna)

Karishma Gangwal Karishma Gangwal, popularly known as RJ Karishma, made her Cannes Film Festival red carpet debut this year. Famous for her humorous and witty videos, she captivates the Indian audience with her relatable skits about everyday family life, forging an immediate bond with her viewers. <blockquote class="instagram-media" style="background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);" data-instgrm-captioned="" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/C7J2B_3oNlG/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading" data-instgrm-version="14"> View this post on Instagram A post shared by Karishma (@rjkarishma)

Sanjyot Keer Chef Sanjyot Keer, known for his innovative fusion of flavours, made his debut at the Cannes Film Festival this year. He is the second Indian chef to walk the Cannes red carpet. Keer has over 9 million followers across his social media platforms. <blockquote class="instagram-media" style="background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);" data-instgrm-captioned="" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/C7HLiMPo8Uk/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading" data-instgrm-version="14"> View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sanjyot Keer (@sanjyotkeer)

Nancy Tyagi Nancy Tyagi, a fashion designer from Uttar Pradesh, with over 2 million followers on social media platforms, also made waves at the Cannes Red Carpet this year. She proudly showcased her own creation, marking a historic moment as the first artist to design her own outfit for the event in the festival's history. Earlier, she was also nominated for National Creator awards 2024 in two categories: Disruptor of the Year and Favorite Fashion Heritage ICON of the Year. <blockquote class="instagram-media" style="background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);" data-instgrm-captioned="" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/C7GbOwCqugR/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading" data-instgrm-version="14"> View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nancy Tyagi (@nancytyagi___)

Vishnu Kaushal Vishnu Kaushal, popularly known for his humorous and relatable Punjabi content, expanded beyond digital entertainment into the realms of fashion with his brand Peach by Vishnu and ventured into cinema alongside Bollywood actor Shah Rukh Khan in 'Dunki'. He has over 2 million followers on Instagram. This year, he achieved another milestone by making his debut appearance at the Cannes Film Festival 2024. <blockquote class="instagram-media" style="background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);" data-instgrm-captioned="" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/C7HR_BUNRVh/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading" data-instgrm-version="14"> View this post on Instagram A post shared by Vishnu Kaushal (@thevishnukaushal)

Aastha Shah Aastha Shah, a lifestyle and beauty content creator from Mumbai, made history this year as India's first influencer with Vitiligo to grace the Cannes red carpet. Renowned for breaking barriers and redefining conventional beauty standards through her content, Shah boasts a following of 1 million on Instagram. <blockquote class="instagram-media" style="background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);" data-instgrm-captioned="" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/C7GdgK9itwl/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading" data-instgrm-version="14"> View this post on Instagram A post shared by Aastha Shah (@aasthashah97)

Viraj Ghelani Viraj Ghelani, recognised for his comedy content on social media platforms and on various YouTube channels, attended the 77th Cannes Film Festival this year. Notably, he has showcased his talent in movies such as ' Jawan ' and 'Govinda Naam Mera'. <blockquote class="instagram-media" style="background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);" data-instgrm-captioned="" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/C7HLhrYyjnu/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading" data-instgrm-version="14"> View this post on Instagram A post shared by Viraj Ghelani (@viraj_ghelani)

Niharika NM Niharika NM, who is set to make her debut in a Tamil film, graced the Cannes Film Festival for the third consecutive year as a debutant actor. She is an Indian digital content creator, who gained significant recognition for her humorous and relatable Instagram reels with a follower-ship of over 6 million across social media platforms. <blockquote class="instagram-media" style="background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);" data-instgrm-captioned="" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/C7GdjaGgrst/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading" data-instgrm-version="14"> View this post on Instagram A post shared by Niharika Nm (@niharika_nm)

Ayush Mehra This year, Indian actor Ayush Mehra made his debut at the Cannes Film Festival during the premiere of 'Kind of Kindness'. <blockquote class="instagram-media" style="background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);" data-instgrm-captioned="" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/reel/C7HGtX8ollh/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading" data-instgrm-version="14"> View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ayush Mehra (@ayush007)

Raj Shamani Raj Shamani, an entrepreneur, motivational speaker, and social media influencer, made his debut on the Cannes Film Festival red carpet this year. Shamani, who has over 2 million followers on Instagram, is well-known for his podcast 'Figuring Out' and several TEDx Talks. <blockquote class="instagram-media" style="background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);" data-instgrm-captioned="" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/C7GiRQUMbCT/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading" data-instgrm-version="14"> View this post on Instagram A post shared by Raj Shamani (@rajshamani)

Sharan Hegde Indian content creator and entrepreneur Sharan Hegde, who specialises in personal finance, attended the Cannes Film Festival this year. With over 2 million followers on Instagram, Hegde is known for his engaging and informative content that helps his audience manage their personal finances effectively. <blockquote class="instagram-media" style="background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);" data-instgrm-captioned="" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/C7GsXEJIQO7/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading" data-instgrm-version="14"> View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sharan Hegde (@financewithsharan)

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