At a festival known for bold fashion choices and cinematic grandeur, it takes more than sequins and silhouettes to make a statement on the Cannes red carpet. Yet Indian actor and model Ruchi Gujjar managed to do exactly that—and in spectacular fashion. Making her red carpet debut at Cannes 2025, Gujjar stepped out in a dazzling gold bridal lehenga steeped in Rajasthani tradition.
While her outfit was a showstopper in itself, it was her necklace—featuring portraits of Prime Minister Narendra Modi—that truly captured global attention.
Gujjar was attending the Chopard “Caroline’s Universe” Dinner, where she wore a lehenga designed by Roopa Sharmaa, resplendent with gota patti, zardozi, and mirror work. But what made headlines was her necklace—a striking piece of jewellery adorned with PM Modi’s portraits, framed by pearls and red enamel lotus motifs. The accessory transformed traditional adornment into a political tribute.
“The necklace is more than jewellery—it’s a symbol of strength, vision and India’s rise on the world stage,” Gujjar said. “By wearing it at Cannes, I wanted to honour our Prime Minister.”
Her fashion choice sparked a storm of reactions. Onlookers and fashion watchers were quick to weigh in—some calling it daring, others unconventional—but all agreed it stood out in a sea of predictable glitz. “When I walked the red carpet, it felt like I was wearing the soul of Rajasthan,” Gujjar said.
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At a time when the Cannes red carpet has become a platform for social messaging as much as style, Gujjar’s Modi-inspired necklace carved a unique niche—one that went beyond trends and into personal tribute and national pride.
Who is Ruchi Gujjar?
Behind the Cannes glamour is a rising talent building her own path in Indian entertainment. A graduate of Maharani College in Jaipur, Gujjar transitioned from academia in the Pink City to the spotlight of Mumbai’s film and fashion industry. After being crowned Miss Haryana 2023, she quickly moved into modeling and acting.
She has since gained popularity through appearances in music videos such as ‘Jab Tu Meri Na Rahi’ and ‘Heli Mein Chor’, steadily building a following and establishing herself as a promising face in Indian entertainment. As her Cannes debut shows, Ruchi Gujjar isn’t just chasing stardom—she’s doing it on her own terms, and with a message.
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