Known for bringing together filmmakers from around the world, the festival offers a global stage for screening and competing films. Just like last year, India is once again ready to make a strong impression. Here’s a look at the Indian films that will be showcased at Cannes 2025.
Aranyer Din Ratri | Legendary filmmaker Satyajit Ray’s 1970 classic, starring Soumitra Chatterjee and Sharmila Tagore, will be screened at Cannes 2025 in the Classics section. The film will be presented in a newly restored 4K version, created using the original camera and sound negatives carefully preserved by producer Purnima Dutta.
Homebound | Director Neeraj Ghaywan’s second feature film, 'Homebound', has been selected for the Un Certain Regard section at Cannes 2025. The film features Ishan Khatter, Vishal Jethwa, and Janhvi Kapoor in lead roles, and the actors are expected to attend the premiere. Adding international prestige, legendary filmmaker Martin Scorsese has joined the project as executive producer.
Tanvi The Great | Anupam Kher makes his directorial debut with 'Tanvi: The Great', which is set to have its world premiere at the March du Film (Cannes Film Market) during the Cannes Film Festival 2025.
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Charak | The film directed by Sheiladitya Moulik, draws its narrative from the traditional Charak Puja ritual of Bengal and explores the theme of blind faith. The film deals with dark practices such as child sacrifice and occult rituals associated with the festival.
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A Doll Made Up Of Clay | Directed by Kokob Gebrehaweria Tesfay, an Ethiopian student at the Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute, the 23-minute film has been selected for the prestigious La Cinef section, which highlights the work of student filmmakers from across the globe. It is also the only Indian entry in this category.
