A dazzling moment for Indian couture at Cannes 2025
Glamour met heritage on the iconic red carpet of the 2025 Cannes Film Festival as three international beauties turned heads in stunning ensembles by India’s celebrated fashion couturier, Sanjukta Dutta. With elegance woven in every thread, Sanjukta once again brought the pride of Indian handloom to the world’s most glamorous stage, as three global personalities shimmered in her handcrafted masterpieces, each ensemble a love letter to India’s rich textile heritage.
The red carpet came alive with the poise and presence of Valeriya Hjertenæs, crowned Mrs. World Congeniality, whose timeless beauty was perfectly complemented by a Dutta creation featuring intricate motifs inspired by ancient Assamese folklore.
Mirka Howard, the dazzling Ms. Italy Globe Supermodel, mesmerized the crowd in a silhouette that seamlessly fused European haute couture structure with the fluid grace of Indian silk.
Jasleen Soni, the effervescent Mrs. Nove Cosmo, radiated modern royalty in a bold and regal drape — a powerful statement of feminine elegance and cultural pride.
Each look was a visual poem — Each ensemble was not just an outfit, but a narrative — woven with heritage, tailored with vision, and styled for the world stage, Sanjukta’s designs offered a powerful statement of cultural elegance with a contemporary twist.
For the fifth consecutive year, Sanjukta Dutta has stood as a proud ambassador of Indian fashion at Cannes, bringing with her the vibrancy of handloom weaves, the depth of Assamese artistry, and the unmistakable aura of haute couture craftsmanship. Her work transcends trends — rooted in tradition, yet ever-evolving to meet the aesthetic of the global fashion elite.
Having showcased her collections at prestigious platforms including Lakmé Fashion Week (India), New York Fashion Week, Milan Fashion Week, and Paris Fashion Week, Sanjukta is no stranger to the world’s most discerning runways. Yet, each Cannes appearance feels like a homecoming of sorts — where East meets West, and the glamour of the Riviera finds rhythm in the looms of Assam.
In an era where fashion is embracing authenticity and inclusivity, Sanjukta’s red carpet presence was more than sartorial — it was symbolic. It celebrated global womanhood — strong, graceful, diverse. It paid homage to craftsmanship as couture. And it reminded the world that luxury is personal, purposeful, and deeply cultural.
Her vision is to elevate Indian handloom to its rightful place on the world stage — not as an accessory, but as the centerpiece of global couture. As camera flashes lit up the Croisette and whispers of admiration echoed among the international press, one thing was clear: Sanjukta Dutta’s journey is not just about fashion — it’s about legacy. And at Cannes 2025, that legacy walked proudly, powerfully, and poetically down the red carpet, stated a press release.
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