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Cannes 2026: Ammy Virk, Karan Johar, Ashok Saraf Lead India's Star-Studded Lineup

The Cannes 2026 guest list features a diverse Indian delegation including Ammy Virk for Punjabi cinema, Ashutosh Gowariker as IFFI director, and Marathi stars Ashok Saraf and Nivedita Saraf. Gujarati cinema is represented by Mansi Parekh and Parthiv Gohil, while Malayalam filmmaker Chidambaram brings 'Balan: The Boy' to the market. Bollywood sees Aishwarya Rai Bachchan return as L'Oreal ambassador alongside Alia Bhatt and Karan Johar. The festival runs from May 12 to 23 in France, highlighting India's regional cinema on a global stage.

Key Points: Cannes 2026: India's Star-Studded Guest List Revealed

  • Ammy Virk and Roopi Gill represent Punjabi cinema with 'Chardikala'
  • Ashutosh Gowariker joins as IFFI director
  • Marathi cinema stars Ashok Saraf, Nivedita Saraf in traditional attire
  • Bollywood heavyweights Aishwarya Rai, Alia Bhatt, and Karan Johar attend
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Cannes 2026 Guest List: Ammy Virk, Karan Johar, Ashok Saraf, Ashutosh Gowariker to represent India on global stage

Ammy Virk, Karan Johar, Ashok Saraf, Ashutosh Gowariker, Aishwarya Rai, and Alia Bhatt lead India's strong presence at Cannes 2026, showcasing regional cinema.

"Their presence reflects the growing interest of Gujarati cinema in reaching wider audiences. - Article"

Washington DC, May 5

The Cannes Film Festival 2026 is set to see a strong presence from India, with a mix of regional cinema, filmmakers, and actors expected to attend the global event that will take place from May 12 to May 23 in France.

Actor-singer Ammy Virk will mark a key moment for Punjabi cinema as he attends Cannes for the first time with his film 'Chardikala.' He will be joined by his co-star Roopi Gill, making it a notable outing for the Punjabi film industry on an international platform.

Filmmaker Ashutosh Gowariker will also be part of the festival as a member of India's official delegation. He will represent the country in his role as the director of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI).

Marathi cinema will also be seen at Cannes this year. Veteran actors Ashok Saraf and Nivedita Saraf, along with actress Prajakta Mali and producer Kedar Joshi, are expected to attend. The group, as per a release, plans to appear in traditional Marathi attire, presenting their regional identity at the global event.

Gujarati cinema will have representation through actor-producer Mansi Parekh, who will attend with singer and producer Parthiv Gohil. Their presence reflects the growing interest of Gujarati cinema in reaching wider audiences.

From the Malayalam film industry, filmmaker Chidambaram will take his film 'Balan: The Boy' to the Cannes market. This comes after the recent global attention received by Malayalam films.

Bollywood will also have a strong presence at the festival. Aishwarya Rai Bachchan will return as a global ambassador for L'Oreal. Actress Alia Bhatt is also expected to attend. Filmmaker Karan Johar, along with actors Tara Sutaria, Mouni Roy, and Pooja Batra, will also be present at the event.

- ANI

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James A
Nice lineup, but does Karan Johar really need more limelight at Cannes? India has regional gems that could use the platform more effectively. Just saying.
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Rohit P
Ashutosh Gowariker at Cannes? This is great for Indian cinema—he brings such depth to historical storytelling. Hoping he can showcase some upcoming projects at the festival.
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Nisha Z
So excited for Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's return—she owns the red carpet! And Alia Bhatt will also add some international glamour. Proud moment for India everywhere at Cannes this year!
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David E
Interesting to see Malayalam cinema making waves with 'Balan: The Boy' at Cannes market. After the recent global buzz around Malayalam films, this feels like a natural next step.
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Sneha F
Very happy to see Gujarati cinema presence at Cannes! Mansi Parekh and Parthiv Gohil have worked hard to promote regional stories. We need more such representation from all Indian languages.
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Arjun K
Traditional Marathi attire at Cannes? Now that's something to look forward to! Ashok Saraf ji in dhoti-kurta will definitely turn heads on the French Riviera. India is shining in so many ways!

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