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Hindustan Times
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Influencers are taking over Cannes Film Festival. Is it that easy to get there?
Over the last few years, several Indian influencers have made their debut at the Cannes Film Festival. From Kusha Kapila to Dolly Singh, Nancy Tyagi to Ankush Bahuguna, Ranveer Allahbadia to Viraj Ghelani, the list is endless. Their red carpet outfits have taken over social media discourse, often gliding over the importance of the films and other projects that have premiered at the prestigious festival over the years. Take for instance this year, even as Indian filmmaker Payal Kapadia is in the main jury- a major milestone for an independent filmmaker, the spotlight has shifted to the red carpet appearances of influencers making their Cannes debuts. There is also the new Neeraj Ghaywan film Homebound, produced by Karan Johar, which premiered at the Un Cetain Regard section. However, majority of the social media chatter surrounding Cannes this year is about how Nancy Tyagi's outfit on the red carpet was not made from scratch, but was reportedly sourced from another brand altogether. Then there are the rest of the social media figures who are at Cannes this year, from Masoom Minawala to Parul Gulati, Sakshi Sindwani to Sarah Sarosh. A post shared by Nancy Tyagi (@nancytyagi___) A few days ago, Kusha Kapila had called out the label of 'random celebrity' assigned to her and defended her presence at the festival in 2023. 'Historically companies HAVE sponsored celebrities and actors to walk the red carpet. Brands buy the ticket for the red carpet. Title sponsors of the event can have their ambassadors walk on the carpets. It's not a trend started by creators/influencers. Calling me out for not yet making a mark as an actor is fair, I will keep trying and take that on my chin but please don't refer to me as a random celebrity. Calling someone's entire existence random is not cool. I am a creator. Call me that please. It's a meme for you. For me, it's my identity,' she said. It's true. Brut is the official media partner for the festival, and has access to different screenings and red carpet events that take place over the course of ten days. So in most cases, these tickets are leveraged by the influencers and social media celebrities to attend the event, and promote their own personal brand. 'A one-off ticket to walk the red carpet could cost about ₹30 lakh. An (influencer) will then get a sponsor on board who can pay for this, create content for them at Cannes, and walk the red carpet. That's how it works," said journalist Aishwarya Subramanyam on her Instagram Stories in 2024. 'Sometimes an agency will strike a bulk deal with Brut for multiple tickets for their talent which brings down the total cost- to as little as 10 lakh per ticket,' she added further. A source tells us that 'tickets' for such appearances by influencers often cost them upwards of ₹30 lakh. While it might seem like a tough pill to swallow, particularly for those who look up to the festival as a haven for all things cinema- the real picture is much different; rather a platform for endorsements that are business-oriented at the end of the day. Yes, Cannes features some of the best movies of the year in world cinema, but it is also so much more than that. Glamour and red carpet fashion run alongside the premieres, and Cannes somehow breaks the code of monolithic cinema-going landscape into a radical acceptance of the business that inadvertently surrounds it.
Scotsman
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
perfumes and aftershaves you might remember
This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission on items purchased through this article, but that does not affect our editorial judgement. These smells will transport you back to the 70s Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... They were the most popular perfumes and aftershaves of the time Some of these fragrances have aged better than others One whiff of these smells will transport you back to the 70s What smell do you most associate with the 1970s? |A distinctive scent from the past can spark a blast of nostalgia much more powerful than any faded photo. Few people will forget the comforting aroma of their mother's favourite perfume or their father's aftershave of choice when they were growing up - and most of us can distinctly remember the fragrance our first love wore, much as we might like to forget. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Below are some of the scents most strongly associated with the 1970s by those who were around then. Charlie This 'gorgeous sexy-young fragrance' by Revlon hung heavy in the air at many a 70s dinner party. The actress and model Shelley Hack was the face of Charlie from the mid-70s, helping it to become the world's top-selling perfume. Other than her work promoting Charlie, she is probably best known for playing Tiffany Welles in the fourth series of Charlie's Angels in 1979/80. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Love's Baby Soft This was hugely popular during the 1970s, despite a bizarrely creepy advertising campaign. Not everyone was a fan though, with one person recalling: 'Smelled just like baby powder, gross.' It's still available today, albeit with a distinctly different promotional campaign, declaring: 'The soft and powdery fragrance icon of the 70s is being rediscovered by new generations.' Denim Denim aftershave, so the slogan famously claimed, was 'for men who don't have to try too hard'. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad It was huge in the 70s, with one person joking 'I can smell bell-bottoms just looking at this picture'. It remains popular with many people today, though another person branded it 'paint stripper'. Brut The boxer Henry Cooper urged men to 'splash it all over' during the 1970s, and they did in their droves. Brut by Fabergé, with its distinctive green packaging and citrus notes, was one of the most popular scents of the decade. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad One person recalled how back then 'every man smelled of Brut!'. Another commented: 'Those were the days when you opened a Disco door and a tsunami of Brut hit the senses.' Old Spice Old Spice was memorably promoted during the 70s as the 'mark of a man'. For many people who grew up back then, the scent of Old Spice still reminds them of their father or grandfather. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad One person said: 'Old Spice reminds me of my one grandfather, very sweet memories. Brut reminds of some bad choices I made back in the 70s.' Hai Karate This budget aftershave is remembered by many people as much for its marketing campaign as for the scent. Buyers were jokily warned to 'be careful how you use it', and adverts included self-defence instructions to help wearers 'fend off women'. The adverts seemed to do the trick, with one person commenting: 'Every dad in Britain must have got this for Christmas.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Recipient were not universally grateful, though, with another person recalling: 'My grandad bought me that for Christmas years ago. Still makes me shudder.' English Leather 'All my men wear English leather, or they wear nothing at all,' the ads proclaimed back in the 70s. Yet, despite the saucy marketing campaign, it seems that for most people today the smell is a comforting one which brings back memories of their dad or grandad. One person recalled: 'My dad wore it… his signature scent. Smelled it even before he came in the room.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad It doesn't have such happy associations for everyone, however, with another person commenting: 'I remember a guy who wore it. A lot of it. Now I wretch when I smell it.' Gee, Your Hair Smells Terrific Not the most subtle name, but it really did live up to its own hype according to those who remember this popular shampoo from the 1970s. The adverts claimed it was: 'Like no other fragrance around. Slightly flowery. Slightly spicy. Deliciously nice to be near.' One person recalled how it 'really did smell terrific', while another said it smelled so good 'I would just huff it out of the bottle between actually using it'. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Opium When Opium was launched in 1977 by Yves Saint Laurent, it made quite the splash. The controversial name sparked concerns from some quarters that the perfume was promoting drug use, but the controversy only served to boost sales. It remains popular today, as one of the scents of the 70s which has aged best. Anaïs Anaïs Anaïs Anaïs first hit the shelves in 1978 but its instant success means the sweet, floral fragrance is still considered by many as one of the smells of the 70s. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad One person recalled: 'My mum loved this. I keep a bottle just to spray now and again to keep her close.' Another person commented: 'My aunt wore that fragrance. It was veeeeeeeeery sweet.' White Linen White Linen, by Estée Lauder, was advertised in the 1970s as the 'crisp, refreshing fragrance to live in all year long'. It was launched in 1978 as an alternative to the other rich, powerful fragrances dominating the market at the time, with its crisp, understated scent providing a contrast. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Sweet Honesty Sweet Honesty, by Avon, was marketed in the 70s as the 'happiest fragrance you'll ever wear'. Many people described it as the smell of their teenage years back then. But not everyone loved it, with one person calling Sweet Honesty 'absolutely one of the worst perfumes ever'. Patchouli For many people, patchouli was the overriding smell of the 70s - not necessarily as an aftershave or perfume but to mask less pleasant odours. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Discussing the scents of the 70s, one person commented: 'Patchouli, and not high quality. Just to cover up other stinks.' What smells remind you most of the 1970s, and what aftershave or perfume did you, your mum or your dad wear back then? If this article has got you craving a scent from the past, a number of vintage aftershaves and perfumes are listed for sale on eBay here.
Hindustan Times
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Nitanshi Goel makes Cannes red carpet debut with moving ode to Bollywood icons Madhubala, Sridevi, Hema, Rekha. See pics
Laapataa Ladies-fame actor Nitanshi Goel made a stunning debut on the Cannes Film Festival red carpet on Thursday. The 17-year-old starlet first appeared in an ivory saree and an elaborate hairdo that paid tribute to some of the most iconic female stars of Hindi cinema. Nitanshi then changed into a black gown for another appearance on the famed red carpet. Nitanshi's first look at the French Riviera saw her draped in an ivory saree. She appeared at the India Pavillion at Cannes in a look that caught the attention of fans as her hair was adorned with pins featuring the faces of some of the most iconic and successful female stars in Bollywood history, including Madhubala, Meena Kumari, Rekha, Waheeda Rehman, Sridevi, Nutan, Hema Malini, and Vyjanthimala. According to India Today, she was styled by Shrey and Urja for the day, who kept accessories minimal. Nitanshi's outfit also paid tribute to Indian craftsmanship. The blouse was intricately handcrafted with pearl and bead detailing, reminiscent of vintage Indian heirloom work. Later in the evening, Nitanshi walked the red carpet in an elaborate black gown with gold embroidery on it. The teenage star, who shot to fame with the Oscar-bound Laapataa Ladies in 2023, attended the screening of the film Dossier 137. The outfit seemed to flirt a little with Cannes' new dress code that bans anything extravagant and with a long tail, so as to not inconvenience others on the red carpet Speaking to Brut from the red carpet, Nitanshi said, "I am feeling very excited. I have butterflies in my stomach. Oh my God! This really feels like a dream come true. It feels incredibly special to be here at Cannes this year. It's my first time, and I am feeling very overwhelmed, and very grateful to be able to represent India on the global stage." Apart from Nitanshi, this year, several Indian stars are expected to be seen at the Cannes Film Festival, including Alia Bhatt who will be making her debut, Cannes regular Aishwarya Rai, actors Ishan Khatter and Janhvi Kapoor for the premiere of their film Homebound, and veteran actor Sharmila Tagore for the screening of her film Aranyer Din Ratri. The Cannes Film Festival began on May 13 and will go on till May 24. Director Payal Kapadia is part of the main jury of the festival this year.
Forbes
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Cannes Film Festival 2025: How To Get The Most Out Of It
c s After 78 years, the Cannes Film Festival (Festival de Cannes) continues to dazzle with its glamor, glitz and surprises, showcasing the best of cinema from around the world and rewarding the best films with the Palme d'Or, the Grand Prix, the Prix du Jury and many other distinctions. The famous event, one not to be missed for cinema professionals and lovers of the 7th art as well as for those wanting to see and be seen, is well under way from May 13 to 24, 2025, at Cannes' Palais des Festivals et des Congrès on the Croisette, a long boulevard that stretches for some two kilometers along the shore of the Mediterranean Sea. The legendary venue has been retrofitted this year to offer 2,309 seats at the Louis Lumière auditorium, making it Europe's largest cinema equipped with Dolby Atmos immersive sound technology that features a staggering 128 permanent speakers, 20 ceiling speakers, 5 kilometers of cables and 29 amplifiers. Follow the complete program here. For the Opening Ceremony day on Tuesday, May 13, the Festival and its official partners -- the Cannes Mayor Office, France Télévisions and Brut -- is presenting the exceptional screenings of three films dedicated to the War in Ukraine. This 'Ukraine Day' is 'a reminder of the commitment of artists, authors and journalists to tell the story of this conflict in the heart of Europe, which has been affecting the Ukrainian people and the world for three years now and a commitment to give voice to those who bear witness to contemporary realities and stand up for the truth,' the Festival explains. This year's 78th Cannes Film Festival, with actress Juliette Binoche as president of the jury, is the first in nearly 60 years to feature the competition jury chaired by a woman for two consecutive years. Binoche joins the short list of female French actors who have occupied the main jury chair in the past including Jeanne Moreau, Michèle Morgan, Isabelle Adjani and Isabelle Huppert. In fact, there are seven new films directed by women in the main competition, alongside the out-of-competition 'Leave One Day,' a crowd-pleasing musical directed by Amélie Bonnin, the first ever premiere to open Cannes. Among the featured female films this year are: Lynne Ramsay's 'Die My Love," Kelly Reichardt's 'The Mastermind,' Julia Ducournau's 'Alpha,' Mascha Schilinski's 'Sound of Falling' (previously titled 'The Doctor Says I'll Be Alright, But I'm Feelin' Blue'), Hafsia Herzi 's 'La Petite Dernière,' Chie Hayakawa's 'Renoir' and Carla Simón's 'Romeria.' Added to those illustrious names are other first-time directors with films premiering at Cannes' prestigious sidebar Un Certain Regard prize: Scarlett Johansson, with 'Eleanor the Great' which The Guardian has declared as 'perhaps the one with the strongest commercial prospects, having already sold to Sony Pictures and now drumming up Oscar buzz for its star, June Squibb, who plays an elderly woman who relocates from Florida to New York.' Johansson also stars this year in a film in the main competition , Wes Anderson's 'The Phoenician Scheme.' Kristen Stewart is also making her directorial debut with 'The Chronology of Water,' an adaptation of Lidia Yuknavitch's traumatic memoir, Zelensky by Yves Jeuland, Lisa Vapné and Ariane Chemin (France 2025), Notre Guerre, directed by Bernard-Henri Lévy and Marc Roussel (France-Ukraine 2025) and 2000 Meters to Andriivka by Mstyslav Chernov (Ukraine-USA, 2025) Despite its 'untamed' fame and its yearly reinventions, Cannes traditionally pays tribute to the classics, starting with the choice of presenting for the first time in its history a double official poster of the movie A Man and a Woman showing actors Anouk Aimée and Jean-Louis Trintignant in the legendary movie that under director Claude Lelouch's camera won the Palme d'Or in 1966, two Academy Awards in 1967 and dozens of prizes around the world. With that embrace, considered one of the most famous in the 7th art, the Cannes Festival explained that it wants 'to (re)unite; to bring bodies, hearts and souls closer together; to encourage freedom and portray movement in order to perpetuate it; to embody the whirlwind of life to celebrate it, again and again,' during times that 'seem to want to separate, compartmentalize or subjugate.' In the 'classics' lane, the list to grace the festival screens is rich with gems including Charlie Chaplin's centenary The Gold Rush, appearing in a pre-opening on May 13, the 25th anniversary of Amores Perros by Alejandro G. Iñárritu, a tribute to Edward Yang with the restored print of Yi-Yi, the 90th anniversary of Merlusse by Marcel Pagnol, the half-centenary of One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, rare films from Colombia and Iraq, Sri Lanka's first female director, Jayne Mansfield through her daughter actress Mariska Hargitay, Satyajit Ray by Wes Anderson thanks to Martin Scorsese's The Film Foundation, the Argentinian film, Más Allá del Olvido which, according to the Festival 'makes you wonder if Alfred Hitchcock might have been inspired by it for Vertigo,' and Barry Lyndon as the closing film. The main program of the Festival is by invitation only, but in addition to the Official Selection, there are several parallel sections spotlighting emerging talent and different films, such as the Quinzaine des Cinéastes, Semaine de la Critique and ACID. For tourists and the general public there is also the glitz and spectacle of the red carpets' entrance and exit of celebrities and film stars as well as the appearance of celebrities at previews and gala evenings. 'Photographers and fans gather on the Croisette to immortalize these glamorous moments and share in the excitement of the festival,' Sortir à Paris reports. Running alongside the main events of the 78th edition of the Festival, a tradition returns this year that's open to all comers, welcoming film buffs and casual visitors alike for free screenings that span world cinema classics, premieres and restored jewels by the beach. Every day at 9:30 pm, the Festival reinvents itself as night falls, transforming the Croisette's Plage Macé, opposite the Hotel Majestic, into an open-air cinema under the stars. From Japanese animation to Hollywood noir and European arthouse — all to be savored under the Cannes night sky. In addition to the screenings, meetings and Official Selection events held at the Palais des Festivals, it's another way for everyone to get involved to the great cinema party. "The program for the 78th Festival will include: film teams on stage, premieres and world cinema classics. From Hong Kong action to Italian intimism, from Japanese animation to Hollywood classics, embark on a cinephile's world tour that concludes with Any Number Can Win…on the sands of Cannes," the organizers invite. Opening the program on May 13 is Terrence Malick's A Hidden Life, followed by a newly restored 4K version of John Woo's Hard Boiled on May 14, presented by Shout! Studios. French cinema gets a spotlight with Les Mauvais Coups on May 15. The grand 1946 epic Duel in the Sun, restored with support from The Film Foundation thanks to Martin Scorsese and Steven Spielberg, will be featured on May 16. May 17 brings a Cannes original: The Legend of the Palme d'Or Continues, a new documentary by Alexis Veller, followed by Billy Wilder's classic Sunset Blvd in a meticulous 4K restoration. Here is the complete 'Cinema de la Plage' program. Before each screening of the Cannes Film Festival By the Beach program, audiences can enjoy eclectic musical warm-up numbers by TwinSelecter, a DJ duo spinning a mix of funk, soul, disco, jazz, and more to set the mood for the cinematic evenings.
Yahoo
12-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
CNCPTS and New Balance unveil new money-themed sneaker
Fresh off of their 'Brut' collaboration, CNCPTS and New Balance are joining forces once more for a new design that differs from what we've seen from the pair. While their previous releases tackled the New Balance 740 model and paid homage to different drinks, their newest sneaker takes another turn. This time around, CNCPTS and New Balance are referencing the USD 1,000 banknote, of which only two bills are known to exist. One of these banknotes sold in an auction in 2014 for $3 million is as rare as they get. Besides referencing this rare collectible, the sneaker's release coincides with Saint Patrick's Day, making it an all-around green affair. Aptly named the '1000 Mile, ' the new collaborative sneaker contains colorful accents and well-thought-out details. Although this release won't be as rare as the bill it references, users should expect these designs to fly off the shelves. To properly honor the $1000 bill, CNCPTS is using the New Balance 1000 silhouette as the base for the new collaboration. The sneaker takes shape with various shades of green hues in an inverted standard mesh upper and synthetic overlay design. The segmented sole houses the ABZORB cushioning in the heel and forefront, with a Stability Web midfoot shank. Inspired by the red seal on the front of the bill, the sneaker also has hot pink accents on its branding. Delivered in a custom shoe box that mimics the bill, the overall theme is clear and visible from every angle. While the starting retail price is still unknown, the sneaker will launch via CNCPTS' website on March 14, with stores holding raffles in the days before. The post CNCPTS and New Balance unveil new money-themed sneaker appeared first on The Manual.
