"I am very nervous and very excited" ft. Nitanshi Goel | The Hollywood Reporter x Cannes

Sneha Menon Desai of The Hollywood Reporter India sits down with rising star Nitanshi Goel at the Cannes Film Festival 2025. In this candid conversation, the 17-year-old actress behind Oscar contender "Laapataa Ladies" shares her excitement about her first Cannes red carpet, revealing how she practiced poses on her home staircase and her dreams of working with directors like Mani Ratnam.

Nitanshi opens up about her journey from breakout success to international recognition, reflecting on the industry's warm welcome and how she's navigating newfound fame while staying true to herself. The young talent also discusses her collaboration with L'Oreal Paris and how she's ensuring her mother enjoys the Cannes experience alongside her. Don't miss this refreshing glimpse into a rising star's Cannes debut!