Nitanshi Goel Pays Unique Tribute to Rekha, Madhubala with Iconic Hairdo at Cannes 2025

May 16, 2025 Komal Das

Nitanshi Goel, 17, from ‘Laapataa Ladies,’ made her debut at the 78th Cannes Film Festival

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She became the youngest Indian actor to walk the Cannes red carpet alongside stars like Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Alia Bhatt

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Her first look was a black and gold off-shoulder gown with intricate embroidery and layered tulle

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Minimal accessories complemented the elegant gown, enhancing its sophisticated charm

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Nitanshi stunned in a pink white lehenga-saree with 3D accents, paired with a pearl blouse and a Be Abhika hairpiece honoring Bollywood legends

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Her hairdo was the highlight — pearl strings framed tiny portraits of legendary Indian actresses Rekha, Madhubala, Meena Kumari, and Nargis

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After winning Best Actress for Laapataa Ladies, Nitanshi’s Cannes debut marks a historic moment, blending tradition and global glamour

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