Kalyani Priyadarshan on her Cannes debut: I just want to enjoy the whole experience
Mumbai, May 9
Adding another feather to her cap, actress Kalyani Priyadarshan is gearing up to make her Cannes debut on the 14th of May this year.
Spilling her excitement on stepping into the international platform, Kalyani shared, "Cannes has always been such an iconic celebration of cinema, so being there this year feels very special. I'm grateful for all the love 'Lokah Chapter One: Chandra' has received, and it definitely makes this moment even more memorable for me."
Kalyani further pointed out the growing influence of Indian cinema on the global level.
"I think Indian cinema is being recognised globally in such an exciting way right now, especially with newer voices and stories finding their space. It's lovely to be part of that larger movement and experience a platform like Cannes at this stage of my journey," she went on to add.
Revealing how she is preparing herself for the grand festival, Kalyani added, "I just want to enjoy the whole experience and go with the flow without putting too much pressure on myself."
Speaking about her Cannes look, she shared, "I'm excited about my outfit, we're still figuring a few things out, but I'm really looking forward to it."
On another note, Priyadarshan's latest release, "Lokah - Chapter 1 - Chandra," made a significant contribution to add to her credibility as an actor.
Emotionally overwhelmed with all the love that came her way, Priyadarshan shared that "I'm beyond speechless and truly beyond grateful for the love being showered on Lokah".
Taking to her Instagram, she shared, "I'm beyond speechless, and truly beyond grateful for the love being showered on this film. In our industry, content has always been king, the biggest star of all - and once again, you've proved that to us. Thank you for giving us the chance to show that stories with vision will always find their place with you."
— IANS
Reader Comments
Cannes debut is a big deal, but I hope she doesn't get lost in the glamour. The real test is whether she can sustain this momentum with good script choices. Still, proud moment for sure!
Love her attitude - "go with the flow". That's the secret to enjoying life. And she's right, content is king. Look at how Malayalam cinema is being celebrated internationally now. So proud! 🎬
Good for her. But honestly, Cannes is becoming more about red carpet fashion than actual cinema these days. Hope she focuses on the films rather than just the outfit. Still, wishing her the best!
Great to see more Indian talent getting international recognition. The global film community is definitely taking notice of diverse storytelling from India. Kalyani seems like a genuine artist.
Her humility is so refreshing. No over-the-top claims, just gratitude and excitement. "Lokah" seems like such a meaningful project too. Wishing her a memorable Cannes experience! 🌟
Nice to see a grounded star. But I hope the media doesn't turn this into another "India shining" narrative. Let's
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