Rajasthan's Pichhwai painters steal the spotlight at Cannes 2025 with Khushi Kapoor's exquisite gown
Khushi Kapoor graced the Cannes Film Festival 2025 in support of her sister Janhvi, captivating onlookers with a hand-painted floral couture gown by Anita Dongre. The gown, a tribute to Rajasthan's Pichhwai art, showcased India's rich cultural heritage. Khushi's elegant appearance highlighted the beauty of traditional craftsmanship on a global stage, blending sophistication with cultural pride.
While Janhvi Kapoor made headlines with her red carpet debut at the Cannes Film Festival 2025 for the screening of her film Homebound, it was her younger sister,
Khushi Kapoor
, who turned heads with her quietly elegant yet culturally rich appearance in support of the occasion.
Stepping into the spotlight with effortless poise, The Archies actor brought a breath of springtime romance to the French Riviera, dressed in a hand-painted floral couture gown by celebrated designer Anita Dongre. More than just a fashion moment, Khushi's look was a love letter to Indian artistry, showcasing the exquisite craft of Rajasthan's Pichhwai painters, a centuries-old tradition that Anita Dongre has passionately championed over the years.
Khushi's stylist, Tanya Ghavri, shared a carousel of images on Instagram capturing the young star's dreamlike ensemble. '@khushikapoor takes Cannes 2025 in this couture masterpiece by @anitadongre and a lady @dior #StyledByTanyaGhavri for her sister's Homebound screening,' she wrote. Ghavri also highlighted the deeper significance of the gown: 'An ode to India's iconic craft heritage, this couture masterpiece is hand-painted by the revered Pichhwai artisans of Rajasthan… sustaining their livelihoods and preserving an art form that holds generations of cultural legacy in every stroke.
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Crafted in delicate shades of pastel green, yellow, and pink, the strapless gown featured intricate floral motifs, each petal meticulously painted by hand. The romantic colour palette paired with the sweeping mermaid silhouette offered a fairytale aesthetic, while the off-shoulder neckline and sculpted bodice accentuated Khushi's statuesque frame. As the hem softly brushed the ground, the look conjured the image of a modern-day princess wrapped in tradition.
Adding just the right amount of sparkle, Khushi accessorised with a pair of vivid emerald drop earrings, a sculptural statement ring, and slender layered bracelets, each piece echoing a sense of refined opulence without overshadowing the artistry of the gown.
Her beauty look further enhanced the softness of the ensemble. With fresh, dewy skin, Khushi kept her makeup romantic and minimal. A soft brown shadow defined her eyes, smudged liner added a touch of drama, and fluttery lashes brought out her gaze.
A subtle sweep of blush and a muted brown lip complemented the overall pastel story, while a sleek, side-parted bun added a dose of sophistication.
In an industry where glamour often overshadows craft, Khushi Kapoor's Cannes appearance was a gentle, poignant reminder that couture can be both deeply personal and rooted in cultural pride. With this thoughtful sartorial moment, she not only supported her sister on a global stage but also quietly spotlighted the timeless grace of India's artistic traditions.
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