2024 Cannes Film Festival: Shantanu Maheshwari unveiled the poster for his upcoming movie ‘Love in Vietnam’ at the prestigious 77th Cannes Film Festival. For this special event, the ‘Gangubai Kathiawadi’ star chose a unique Chikankari outfit, a classic Indian craft from Lucknow, reimagined with a contemporary twist.

Shantanu collaborated with ace designer Shahab Durazi, donning a sleek and modern shacket instead of the traditional chikankari kurtas or bandis. The shacket, a stylish blend of a shirt and a jacket, was intricately embellished with pearl and crystal beading, symbolizing a fusion of French and Indian aesthetics. The patterns featured Fleur-de-lis (lily flowers) and Indian paisley, reflecting designs from the post-Mughal Kashmir region.