Namita Thapar made her debut at Cannes this year, marking a significant moment in her career as a celebrity entrepreneur. Breaking stereotypes, she walked the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival, showcasing her prowess beyond the realms of business.
Adorned in a stunning cyan gown with ruffled sleeves and a graceful train, designed by Lebanese designer Elio Abou Fayssal, Namita exuded elegance. She complemented her ensemble with jewellery from Helena Joy.
Sharing her excitement on Instagram about her Cannes debut, Namita expressed her enthusiasm for the event. In an interview with Brut, she emphasized the significance of entrepreneurs being represented at Cannes, highlighting their multidimensional capabilities beyond business.
Speaking about her attire, Namita expressed her love for the unique color of her gown and humorously mentioned her hope of managing the long train without any mishaps on the red carpet.
Namita Thapar, renowned as a judge on Shark Tank India, received an outpouring of love and support for her debut at Cannes. Her social media feed flooded with encouraging comments from followers, praising her for breaking stereotypes about entrepreneurs. Comments like “She’s got it all 💫👏🏼♥️” and “Woww… you look just fabbb❤🔥” underscored the admiration for her trailblazing presence.
Joining Namita in Cannes are a host of social media influencers and digital content creators, including Viraj Ghelani, RJ Karishma, and Nancy Tyagi, among others. Alongside them, notable Bollywood figures such as Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Kiara Advani, and Aditi Rao Hydari add to the glamour of the event.
Speaking to the portal, Namita described her stunning pastel green off-shoulder corset gown, expressing excitement about wearing a color she hadn’t tried before. Amidst her excitement, she humorously remarked about managing the long trail on the red carpet, hoping not to trip.
Reflecting on her Cannes experience, the Shark Tank India star expressed feeling “wonderful” to be part of such a prestigious film festival, relishing the blend of fashion, movies, and music.
Meanwhile, the Cannes red carpet has witnessed appearances from renowned personalities like Greta Gerwig, Meryl Streep, and Heidi Klum. Notably, Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah actor Deepti Sadhwani made her mark in a stunning orange gown, adding an Indian touch to the global event. With festivities set to conclude on May 25, the Cannes Film Festival 2024 promises more memorable moments.
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For those unaware, Namita Thapar isn’t the inaugural Shark Tank India personality to attend the Cannes Film Festival. Aman Gupta, the Co-founder and CMO of boAt, ventured into the Cannes scene in 2023, accompanied by his wife, Piya. Aman marked a significant milestone as the first Indian entrepreneur to attend this esteemed event, serving as a proud representative of India on the global stage.