The Indian cinema is travelling across oceans and creating history globally. In recent times the magic of Indian cinema has spread across the world with well-deserved acknowledgement on many reputable platforms. One such platform is the Cannes Film Festival which takes place every year in Cannes, France. Well, one might consider the Cannes Film Festival as a fashion spectacle it is so much more than that. The festival honours and celebrates cinema across the globe and with international exposure and recognition. At the Cannes Film Festival 2024, the representation of Indian cinema has taken centerstage with many spectacular works by Indian filmmakers. In total eight Indian-produced or Indian-themed films have been part of the Cannes Film Festival this year. Let's have a look at the top proud moments for Indians at the 77th Cannes Film Festival.

Payal Kapadia's 'All We Imagine As Light' Makes History with Palme d'Or Nomination at Cannes 2024:

Payal Kapadia's 'All We Imagine As Light' became the first Indian movie to get a nomination for the prestigious Palme d'Or. The movie has created history at the 77th Cannes Film Festival. It also received an eight-minute standing ovation after the screening. The movie features Kani Kusruti, Divya Prabha, Chhaya Kadam and Hridhu Haroon. All We Imagine As Light is an Indo-French production movie directed by Payal Kapadia. 

'Sunflowers Were the First Ones to Know' Wins First Prize at La Cinef Selection:

Another great achievement by India at the Cannes Film Festival 2024 features 'Sunflowers Were the First Ones to Know' a short film by Chidananda S Naik, a student at The Film and Television Institute of India. The film received the first prize at La Cinef Selection. 

Mansi Maheshwari's 'Bunnyhood' Secures Third Place at La Cinef Selection:

Another film that made headlines at Cannes is 'Bunnyhood' by Mansi Maheshwari. It is an animated film that Mansi created for her graduation project at the National Film and Television School in England. The film secured third place at the La Cinef Selection.

Restored Version of 1976's 'Manthan' Screened at Cannes 2024:

In addition, 1976's classic Manthan starring late actor Smita Patil and Naseeruddin Shah was screened at the 77th Cannes Film Festival. The restored version of this Shyam Benegal film will also be re-released in Indian theatres in June. The screening of Manthan was graced by Naseeruddin Shah with wife Ratna Pathak Shah, late co-star Smita Patil's son Prateik Babbar, Dr Kurien's daughter Nirmala Kurien, and Amul MD Jayen Mehta. 

Sister Midnight' by Karan Kandhari Starring Radhika Apte Premieres at Cannes 2024:

'Sister Midnight' directed by  Karan Kandhari and starring Radhika Apte was screened at the Cannes Film Festival, during the Director's Fortnight segment

Santosh Sivan Receives Prestigious Pierre Angénieux Tribute at Cannes 2024:

Acclaimed cinematographer from India Santosh Sivan became the first Asian to be awarded the prestigious Pierre Angénieux Tribute award during the 77th Cannes Film Festival. 

Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal's 'Girls Will Be Girls' to Screen at Cannes 2024:

Bollywood couple Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal’s debut production Girls Will Be Girls is also going to be screened at the Cannes Film Festival 2024. Directed by Shuchi Talati the film features Kani Kusruti and Preeti Panigrahi.

Guneet Monga Kapoor Launches Initiative to Support Women Filmmakers at Cannes 2024:

Oscar-winning producer Guneet Monga Kapoor with Women In Film Los Angeles (WIF) has launched a great initiative to sustain women filmmakers in India at Cannes.

Anasuya Sengupta Wins Acting Award at Cannes 2024 for 'The Shameless:

Another historic moment was created at the Cannes Film Festival 2024 by Indian actor Anasuya Sengupta! Anasuya won the acting award at the Un Certain Regard segment for the movie 'The Shameless.'

With so many achievements to celebrate Indian Cinema is reaching to new heights!