Dolly Singh to make her Cannes debut with AJIO and Brut India

The Cannes Film Festival, held annually in Cannes, France, is one of the most prestigious film festivals in the world. Over the years, several Indian filmmakers, actors, and actresses have attended the festival and have been recognized for their contributions to Indian cinema

This year, Indian content creator, entrepreneur and actress Dolly Singh who has a mainstream film release dropping later this year will be making her grand debut at Cannes Film Festival in association with AJIO and Brut India. 

She will be headed to the French Riviera later this month where she will be walking the red carpet and attending the official movie screenings at the iconic Grand Lumiere Theatre. Her four-day itinerary will also include her cultural explorations where she will sample exquisite culinary experiences at Chez Albane, La Môme Plage, Silencio Club, Fred l’écailler and Majestic Le Paradisio.

Dolly Singh states, “The Cannes Film Festival has been an important platform for Indian artists to showcase their talent on the international stage. Over the years Indian talent has not only brought Indian cinema to the world stage but has also helped to break down cultural barriers and promote cross-cultural exchange. Today I am honoured to be contributing in my own unique way to this exchange and making my debut this year at the festival. From making candles in a small town of Nainital to walking the red carpet at Cannes with AJIO and Brut India, I’m truly grateful and excited for this opportunity. This was a long-standing dream and I’ve finally ticked an important milestone off my bucket list.”

Mehak Kasbekar, VP And Editor-In-Chief, Brut India states, “Around the world, creators are the new generation of celebrities with a follower base that can eclipse many traditional movie stars. They are innovative and versatile. Most of them started out as writers, directors, actors and producers of their own content. Millennials and Gen Zs, the larger demographic in the world right now, are increasingly recognising them as their idols and icons. As a global publisher, official media partner for the event, and one that speaks the language of this generation, Brut is proud to invite top creators from India to share space on the red carpet with icons from the silver screen."

Ruchi Patel, AVP, OML states, “Dolly Singh has proved herself as a multifaceted creator who has built herself up from the ground. Her journey is an inspiration to young Indians everywhere. At OML, we have always been excited to push the envelope and work towards bringing our creators to the global stage.”

Indian creators have been taking the centre stage at global events and Dolly Singh’s debut at Cannes Film Festival is opening more doors for the community. The collaboration between Dolly Singh and AJIO brings together two of the biggest names in India’s fashion scene and is a match meant to be. Singh is known for her eclectic and unapologetic style and AJIO is the go-to house of brands for those on the lookout for unique and bold styling choices. With over 1.3M+ styles and 5000+ brands, AJIO offers curated and handpicked fashion for everyone. With this collaboration, AJIO aims to take the Indian fashion ecosystem to the global stage.

This appearance marks a commendable inning for the widely popular content creator who hails from a modest background and faced many trials during her journey.  Growing up, she was the target of bullies who picked her apart for her complexion, her smile and her general lifestyle choices. But through social media Singh turned it around and has made these things a point of pride. Today, she is adored for her authentic and inclusive storylines that condemn social stigmas and find popular resonance with the millennial and Gen Z community. The girl-next-door from Nainital has become one of the most recognisable content creators in India today having built a Dollyverse of her own, with fun little characters like Raju Ki Mummy, South Delhi Girl, Guddi Bhabhi, Zeenat and Shree.

Growing up, Singh was always aligned towards making a  mark in the world of fashion. After completing her bachelor’s in political science, she decided to pursue her master’s in fashion from NIFT. Singh’s personal content creation journey started with ‘Spill The Sass’ where she spoke about affordable fashion. Her humour and relatability shined through in fashion videos, and came on full display through her skits. Even after the comedy sketches took off, her love for fashion never left. She is a trendsetter and is not afraid to push the boundaries of fashion. Vibrant colours, fun slogans and prints are a huge part of her wardrobe.

Creating content, acting, collaborating with brands and celebrities, winning awards and venturing out as a businessperson with Rad Living candles. Dolly Singh has conquered it all.

Cannes Film Festival 2023 will take place from May 16 and will run through May 27, 2023.