Shark Tank India's Parul Gulati to make her Cannes debut; writes ‘It's a full circle'
Actress and entrepreneur
Parul Gulati
, who rose to prominence through
Shark Tank India Season 2
, is set to make her debut at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival this year. Sharing her excitement and emotions on social media, Parul reminisced about her earlier visit to Cannes in 2021 while shooting in France for the series
Made in Heaven
.
'In December 2021, I was in France shooting for Made in Heaven and had a day off. I found out Cannes was just an hour away by train, so I went. Sadly, I couldn't step on the red carpet or the steps of the Cannes theatre due to barricades. I was manifesting so hard that one day I would. And this year, your girl is going to Cannes… It's a full circle,' she wrote, along with glimpses from her visit to Cannes.
Parul, known not just for her acting prowess but also for her business acumen, is the founder of a successful hair extension brand.
Her appearance on Shark Tank India earned her a deal with Amit Jain, which significantly boosted her brand's growth.
In an interview with TOI TV, Parul opened up about her journey, the impact of Shark Tank, and how she maintains a balance between her dual careers. 'It's definitely not easy managing both acting and the business. I'm deeply passionate about both, and honestly, there are days when it feels overwhelming.
But what really helps is having a great team,' she said.
She added, 'I've always said this—I'm married to my acting career, and my brand is my child. Women are naturally great at multitasking. If we can be a wife and a mother, why can't I be an actress and a businesswoman too?'
Parul's Cannes debut marks not just a career milestone but a deeply personal triumph of dreams coming full circle.
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