Cannes 2025 Day 1: From Payal Kapadia, Urvashi Rautela to Bella Hadid, celebs attend grand opening ceremony

The 78th edition of the Cannes Film Festival kicked off this Tuesday, and the red carpet saw a sea of stars putting their best fashion foot forward. From Payal Kapadia already serving lewks in two different outfits to Urvashi Rautela’s expensive-as-hell parrot bag to Bella Hadid’s black slay — here’s a recap of who wore what on Day 1 of Cannes 2025

Updated On: 2025-05-14 08:00 AM IST

Compiled by : Shachi Chaturvedi

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On Tuesday, Indian filmmaker Payal Kapadia walked the red carpet at the Cannes 2025 Film Festival as a jury member. She first appeared at the opening press conference alongside fellow jury members

Ahead of the official opening ceremony, Kapadia hit the red carpet in a power suit designed by Arjun Saluja and styled by Indrakshi Pattanaik. She completed the look with bold silver statement jewellery

Kapadia also attended the photocall at the opening ceremony of the 78th Cannes Film Festival in a striking ensemble — a blue blouse and red asymmetrical skirt by designer Payal Khandwala. Notably, Khandwala also dressed the acclaimed filmmaker for her Golden Globes 2025 red carpet appearance earlier this year

Actor Urvashi Rautela walked the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival in France on Tuesday as part of the opening ceremony. A regular at the festival now, Urvashi knows how to turn heads with her looks. This time, she brought a burst of colour to the red carpet in a vibrant outfit. But even as she stunned in her whacky ensemble, it was her parrot-shaped clutch that truly stole the spotlight

French actress and president of the jury of the 78th Cannes Film Festival, Juliette Binoche, greeted fans with a warm smile as she arrived for the Opening Ceremony. The actress looked radiant in an all-white ensemble

US actors Robert De Niro and Leonardo DiCaprio had the world going gaga over their dapper suits on the red carpet. The two icons made headlines as DiCaprio presented the Honorary Palme d'Or to De Niro during the Opening Ceremony of the 78th edition of the Cannes Film Festival

US model Bella Hadid had all eyes on her as she graced the red carpet of the opening ceremony. She turned heads in a sleek black backless gown featuring a thigh-high slit — total slay!

US actress, producer, and director Eva Longoria and Spanish Formula One driver Carlos Sainz Jr. made a stylish duo on the red carpet. Eva looked drop-dead gorgeous in a grand golden gown, while Carlos complemented her in formalwear

Chinese actress and influencer Wan Qianhui turned heads in a grand white gown with a sweeping trail. She lit up the red carpet with her bright smile and standout style during the Opening Ceremony

US film director Quentin Tarantino attended the opening ceremony with his wife, Israeli singer Daniella Pick. While Tarantino’s classic formal look turned heads, Daniella sparkled in a shiny sequin gown. The couple attended the Opening Ceremony and the screening of Partir un Jour (Bye Bye), presented out of competition

Boss lady for real! Spanish actress Rossy de Palma showed up in a bold black gown featuring blazer-style detailing and a thigh-high slit. She attended the Opening Ceremony and the screening of Partir un Jour (Bye Bye)

German model Heidi Klum made a stunning appearance at the red carpet of the opening ceremony in a striking pink gown. The sleeveless, voluminous gown featured intricate detailing. Heidi attended the screening of the film Partir un Jour

French-Dutch actress Anouchka Delon also made her red carpet appearance for the screening of Partir un Jour (Bye Bye), presented out of competition at the 78th edition of the Cannes Film Festival

German influencer Caroline Daur arrived for the Opening Ceremony in a stunning strapless white gown with a long trail. She posed confidently for the cameras — and we loved the look

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