Be it jaw-dropping diamond masterpieces or heritage-inspired silver, these carefully curated pieces not only elevated celebrity ensembles but also echoed stories of culture, craftsmanship and modern elegance, setting a new benchmark for Indian jewellery on the global stage
Cannes: At the glittering 2025 Cannes Film Festival and its exclusive after-parties, an array of Indian talent and style made a spectacular statement, blending cinematic brilliance with exquisite high jewellery. From visionary film-makers to celebrated actors, each star brought their unique flair—gracing red carpets and galas adorned in iconic pieces from India’s most prestigious jewellery houses. Whether jaw-dropping diamond masterpieces or heritage-inspired silver, these carefully curated jewels not only elevated celebrities’ ensembles but also echoed stories of culture, craftsmanship and modern elegance. This fusion of art and adornment set a new benchmark for Indian jewellery on the global stage.
Payal Kapadia
Grand Prix-winning film-maker and current Cannes jury member Payal Kapadia brought Indian silver jewellery styling to the global spotlight by pairing her plaid suit with striking silver pieces from Tribe by Amrapali. Her layered pendant necklace, inspired by West African Akan traditions, was part of the exclusive ‘Amrapali x Masaba’ collection.
Nitanshi Goel
Lapatta Ladies star Nitanshi Goel made her Cannes debut in a custom couture ensemble by designer J&K. However, it was her jewellery by CaratLane that truly stole the spotlight — featuring the Sunstream Glow Necklace and the Sunspire Glow Gemstone Drop Earrings from the brand’s newly launched ‘Sol’ and ‘Luna’ collection.
Urvashi Rautela
Actor Urvashi Rautela made headlines at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival by wearing what is being talked about as the most expensive jewellery ensemble ever seen on a red carpet. Valued at an astounding $151 million, her tiara featured some of the world’s rarest and most legendary diamonds, including the Moussaieff Red Diamond, Oppenheimer Blue Diamond, Dresden Green Diamond and the iconic Tiffany Yellow Diamond. Her accessory – a $5,495 Judith Lieber scarlet parrot clutch – complemented her jewellery.
Jacqueline Fernandez
Actor Jacqueline Fernandezattended the Cannes ‘Women in Cinema’ gala hosted by the Red Sea Film Foundation, turning heads in a striking red gown. She completed her look with an elegant diamond necklace featuring an emerald-cut pendant, paired with teardrop diamond earrings and a statement ring from CaratLane — all adding a touch of timeless glamour to her ensemble.
Sobhita Dhulipala
Meanwhile at the Wave Summit 2025 held in Mumbai, actor Sobhita Dhulipala wore a bold teardrop polki necklace and matching earrings from Manish Malhotra’s High Jewellery collection, perfectly complementing her antique zardosi saree by the fashion maison.
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