5 Indian Films to Be Screened at Cannes Film Festival 2025

Here’s a look at the 5 Indian films selected for Cannes this year:

1. Aranyer Din Ratri (Restored Classic)

Director: Satyajit Ray

Section: Cannes Classics

The iconic 1970 film by the legendary Satyajit Ray will be screened in its 4K restored version. Featuring Sharmila Tagore and Soumitra Chatterjee, the film explores friendship, class, and escapism in rural Bengal. Restored by The Film Foundation's World Cinema Project in collaboration with the Film Heritage Foundation, the screening will be attended by Sharmila Tagore, Simi Garewal, and other cast members.

2. Tanvi The Great (World Premiere)

Director: Anupam Kher

Screening Date: May 17

Marking Anupam Kher’s return to direction, this inspirational drama will be screened at Cannes before its theatrical release. The film stars Karan Tacker in his big-screen debut, alongside Boman Irani, Jackie Shroff, Arvind Swami, and Game of Thrones actor Iain Glen. Anupam Kher is already at Cannes and has expressed great excitement about presenting the film on a global stage.

3. Homebound (Official Selection – Un Certain Regard)

Director: Neeraj Ghaywan

Masaan director Neeraj Ghaywan brings his much-anticipated sophomore feature Homebound to Cannes. Starring Janhvi Kapoor and Ishaan Khatter, the film will screen in the Un Certain Regard section, which celebrates innovative and artistic storytelling. This also marks both Janhvi and Ishaan’s Cannes debut.

Director: Sheiladitya Moulik

A deeply cultural film based on Bengal’s traditional Charak Puja ritual, Charak explores the dark undercurrents of blind faith and belief systems. Its inclusion at Cannes highlights the festival’s continued interest in culturally rich and regionally rooted narratives.

Director: Kokob Gebrehaweria Tesfay

Produced by: Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute (SRFTI)

Directed by Ethiopian student Kokob Gebrehaweria Tesfay at SRFTI, this 23-minute film has been selected for La Cinef, a prestigious section that highlights emerging student filmmakers from around the globe. This selection reinforces the global and inclusive reach of Indian film institutions.

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While Cannes has long been a symbol of cinematic excellence, India’s presence at this year's festival reaffirms its expanding cultural footprint—not just through mainstream stars but also via restored cinema, international collaborations, and emerging voices.

As global attention turns to the French Riviera, these five Indian films serve as reminders of the country’s rich cinematic legacy and dynamic future.