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Mahira Khan is going to the Cannes Film Festival!

Mahira Khan is going to the Cannes Film Festival!

“Cannes is a festival that every actor looks up to,” says Mahira. “I am glad that I got this opportunity."
04 May, 2018

The next few weeks are very few busy for Mahira Khan … and it’s not just because her upcoming movie, Saat Din Mohabbat In, is gearing for an Eid release.

The actor is, in fact, busy mentally sifting through wardrobe and styling options because over the next week she’ll be heading out to the International Cannes Film Festival, representing L’Oreal Paris Pakistan Haircare as their official spokesperson in Pakistan.

“I am quite sure that my hair will be open given that I am associated with L’Oreal Paris Pakistan Haircare,” reveals Mahira, “but I don’t know yet what I’ll be wearing … whether I’ll be opting for more traditional clothes or Western couture. It’s slightly nerve-racking although simultaneously exciting.”

Mahira says she hasn't decided if she'll go desi on the Cannes red carpet
Mahira says she hasn't decided if she'll go desi on the Cannes red carpet

The prospect of attending Cannes is, of course, exciting given that it is one of the most illustrious film-centric festivals in the world. L’Oreal Paris has been an official partner to the festival for more than two decades now, emphasising its dedication to uniting cinema with beauty.

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The brand hosts Cannes soirees and particularly gets highlighted with the considerable entourage of illustrious L’Oreal representatives that walk down the festival’s red carpet. The list is quite extensive and very impressive, ranging from Julianne Moore, Jane Fonda and Eva Longoria to major Bollywood actresses like Sonam Kapoor and Aishwariya Rai.

Mahira joins the group this year, becoming the brand’s first representative from Pakistan and further affirming her unique position as an international face for her country.

“Cannes is a festival that every actor looks up to. I am glad that I got this opportunity." — Mahira Khan

“Cannes is a festival that every actor looks up to,” says Mahira. “I am glad that I got this opportunity. L’Oreal Paris Pakistan represents women of worth and it’s something that I value greatly. When I was announced as the brand’s spokesperson I gave an impromptu speech on how we cannot let anyone define our worth. I stand by it.”

Has she thought out about how she’ll be addressing questions related to Pakistan asked by the foreign press? “I am not too worried about that,” she says, “I always have it in mind that I am representing my country wherever I am and I make sure that I answer all queries honestly.”

Wardrobe woes, then, are foremost on her mind right now. We’re hoping that she makes Pakistan shine on the Cannes red carpet. We’ll be following her via social media every step of the way!

Comments

Alanore May 04, 2018 11:11am
Is she presenting Pakistan or India?
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mukesh May 04, 2018 03:00pm
Courtesy India and Movie Raees
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Ehsan May 04, 2018 06:13pm
Just be yourself, you are great.
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Teddy May 05, 2018 12:15am
Good luck Mahira! Just remember we love you and are very proud of you!
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N abidi May 05, 2018 07:40am
Mahira khan you are going from strength to strength! You are opening doors for others! Being the first is very important,you are the person to do this! You will shine at Cannes, Pakistani every where are already very proud!
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Mohammmad May 05, 2018 09:19pm
Representing L’Oreal Paris Pakistan Haircare as their official spokesperson in Pakistan. She knows how to speak and present herself. She will do good.
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Dani May 06, 2018 04:28am
She might not be the best actress, but she is extremely intelligent, well informed and confident woman. She is the only one right now who can represent us at any international platform. I'm happy for her
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