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The Cannes Film Festival 2025 is officially underway, bringing its signature mix of red carpet glamour and powerful cinema. Indian filmmaker Payal Kapadia returned as a jury member. Urvashi Rautela grabbed attention with a colourful outfit and a ₹4 lakh parrot-shaped clutch. On the international front, Robert De Niro was honoured with the prestigious Palme d`Or for Lifetime Achievement, presented by Leonardo DiCaprio amid a standing ovation. Bella Hadid made a striking comeback in a bold Saint Laurent gown.
India is mourning the loss of 26 tourists killed in a terror attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir. In its aftermath, strong calls emerged to ban the release of Abir Gulaal, marking Pakistani actor Fawad Khan’s Bollywood comeback after nine years. Industry bodies like IFTDA and FWICE have opposed the film`s release, vowing action against those working with Pakistani artists. Both Fawad and co-star Vaani Kapoor shared emotional tributes online, with Fawad later disabling comments amid heavy backlash.
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