'Laalo' creates history at Cannes: First Gujarati film to reach the global stage; Makers say ‘Nothing but gratitude, dreams, and our cinema’

'Laalo - Krishna Sada Sahaayate' has achieved a major breakthrough for regional Indian cinema. The film has become the first Gujarati movie to gain a showcase at the Cannes Film Festival.

Its presence at one of the world’s most respected film festivals is being celebrated as a defining moment for the Gujarati film industry.

'Laalo' makers share an emotional message

The film’s team marked the occasion on Instagram with a group photograph. The cast and crew were seen dressed in elegant black-and-white formal wear as they posed together at Cannes. Alongside the picture, the makers wrote, "Walking through Cannes with nothing but gratitude, dreams, and our cinema.

Held by Krishna, loved by the audience."Many described the achievement as a proud moment not only for Gujarat, but for India as a whole.One user wrote, "The Dream Team, Chosen by Prabhu Himself ." Another commented, "Proud moment for every Gujarati = Indian

,"Other reactions included, "Men of Manifest films powered by : Prabhu."and "Wahhhh wah wahh majaaa aavi gayo ab to part 2 aana chahiye bohot jaldi plzzzzzz ,"

Manasi Parekh speaks from Cannes

Manasi Parekh, who is representing the film at the festival, shared her excitement while speaking about the significance of the moment."I

am feeling very good. We have come to the film festival for the first time. The atmosphere here is truly remarkable, with so many Indian filmmakers, producers, directors, and writers coming together on an international platform.It reveals how far we have come.Speaking of regional cinema, we are proudly representing the Gujarati film industry.

My husband, Parthiv, could not be here due to prior commitments. And many international buyers have shown interest in them. So this is a big step for our industry. There is such hope that year after year, the industry will continue to grow like this," she said.