Urvashi Rautela's appearance at the 78th Cannes International Film Festival on May 13, 2025, has sparked a frenzy of reactions, primarily due to her bold fashion choices. Known for her unconventional style, Rautela once again turned heads, this time with a vibrant outfit and a crystal-studded, parrot-shaped clutch.
Rautela graced the red carpet ahead of the screening of Partir Un Jour (Leave One Day). She wore a dramatic, structured gown in bold shades of blue, red, and yellow, designed by Michael Cinco. Complementing the gown was an extravagant head accessory and dramatic makeup. However, it was her Judith Leiber clutch that stole the show. The crystal-embedded parrot, reportedly worth $5,495 (approximately ₹4.68 lakh), became the focal point of her ensemble.
Social media has been abuzz with reactions to Rautela's look. Fashion watchdog Diet Sabya shared pictures of her from Cannes on their Instagram feed, further amplifying the online chatter. Many users have posted humorous comments, with one saying it gave them "'Moulin Rouge meets Mayur Vihar' realness". Others questioned whether it was "a satire on camp?" and some joked, "Urvashi devi ready for Jagran". One user even referenced her song "Dabidi Dabidi" from the film Daaku Maharaaj, which had previously received backlash for its "indecent" hook steps, saying, "We want her drag performance on Dabidi Dabidi". Some internet users have accused Urvashi of disregarding the Cannes Film Festival's official dress code rules. One user commented, “First lady to ignore dressing regulations of Cannes Film Festival Authority".
Despite the criticism, Rautela has also found support online. Social media influencer Orry and actress Bhumi Pednekar praised her for her fearless and bold fashion sense. Some fans lauded her risk-taking on the international platform.
This isn't the first time Rautela has made headlines for her unique fashion statements at Cannes. In 2024, she wore a fish necklace, and in 2023, she sported an alligator necklace. The actress seems to enjoy incorporating animal-themed accessories into her red carpet looks.
The 78th edition of the Cannes Film Festival was inaugurated on May 13, 2025. Several Indian celebrities, including Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Janhvi Kapoor, Sharmila Tagore, and Simi Garewal, are expected to walk the red carpet this year. The Cannes jury panel will award the Palme d'Or to one of the 21 films in Competition, with the winners being announced on May 24 at the closing ceremony. Robert De Niro was honored with the prestigious Palme d'Or for Lifetime Achievement. Indian filmmaker Payal Kapadia is a jury member this year.
