The 79th Cannes International Film Festival is set to begin on May 12, 2026, at the Palais des Festivals et des Congrès in Cannes, France. This year, the festival will highlight a strong representation of Indian talent, including actors and filmmakers making their red carpet debuts. Notably, Ammy Virk will attend the screening of his Punjabi film, Chardikala, while Karan Johar returns after representing his film, Homebound, last year. Payal Kapadia, who won the Grand Prix in 2024, will lead the 65th Cannes Critics Week jury. Other attendees include Mouni Roy, who has previously attended the festival, and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, representing L’Oréal Paris. The festival will also feature market screenings of Indian films such as Balan: The Boy and the documentary Spirit Of The Wildflower. This year's event promises to be a significant platform for Indian cinema.