Tradition soaked in modernity: Parul Gulati concludes her Cannes debut with resin-dipped Banarasi tissue saree

Parul Gulati`s second appearance at Cannes

Actress and entrepreneur Parul Gulati concluded her dazzling Cannes Film Festival debut with a powerful fashion statement as she wore a stunning saree reimagined in a modern setup. After walking the red carpet, marking her debut in an entirely human hair-made dress, Parul concluded the Cannes visit with another stunning look.

For her closing look, Parul reimagined the traditional Indian saree in a modern avatar. Styled and created by Mohit Rai and designed by Riddhi Bansal, she wore a custom Benarasi tissue saree dipped in resin, creating a sculpted, wet-look illusion. The metallic sheer drape clung to her form like a second skin - a seamless blend of heritage and futurism.

Parul Gulati's Cannes experience

While talking about her Cannes experience, she said, "In 2020, when COVID hit the world, it hit my acting career too, and I was very close to giving up on my dream of becoming the biggest, bestest actress… I repeatedly watched La La Land during that time & it is one of my favourite movies and Emma Stone is my favourite actress, especially Emma Stone's line: ‘Maybe I'm not good enough.' I've lived that moment. We give so many auditions & in comparison to that get very few call backs… it stings more than we admit."

She further continued, "To sit inside a theatre at Cannes and watch Emma in Eddington, to breathe the same air as someone who unknowingly carried me through my lowest, was beyond special. This wasn't just a screening. It was a reminder that I held on long enough to see this dream come true."

Parul Gulati's Cannes debut look

Indian influencer and Nish Hair founder Parul Gulati made her Cannes 2025 red carpet debut in a striking outfit made of real hair, beautifully promoting her brand with innovation and flair.

Parul Gulati's work front

Parul Gulati will next be seen in Donali alongside Divyendu and Barun Sobti. The show is directed by E Niwas. It also stars Chunky Pandey, Yashpal Sharma, and others. Set in the rugged and tumultuous landscape of Chambal during the 1960s, the upcoming series is shot across Madhya Pradesh.

Parul has worked in P.O.W. - Bandi Yuddh Ke, Selection Day, and Girls Hostel. She is also an entrepreneur and model who has appeared in several TV shows and Punjabi films. She is the CEO and founder of her hair extensions brand ‘Nish Hair.'