Washington DC, May 5 -- The Cannes Film Festival 2026 is set to see a strong presence from India, with a mix of regional cinema, filmmakers, and actors expected to attend the global event that will take place from May 12 to May 23 in France.

Actor-singer Ammy Virk will mark a key moment for Punjabi cinema as he attends Cannes for the first time with his film 'Chardikala.' He will be joined by his co-star Roopi Gill, making it a notable outing for the Punjabi film industry on an international platform.

Filmmaker Ashutosh Gowariker will also be part of the festival as a member of India's official delegation. He will represent the country in his role as the director of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI).

Marathi cinema will a...