Michael Douglas felicitated by Indian Pavilion at Cannes 2023

American actor Michael Douglas received a warm welcome at the Cannes Film Festival 2023 by the Indian Pavilion. The Basic Instinct actor took over the Indian Pavilion and also addressed those present. He was also felicitated at the Pavilion.

Michael Douglas addressed the Indian Pavilion at the Cannes Film Festival this year. The American actor, who was last seen in Ant Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, opened up about his love for India and Indian films. He also said, “Film is International language.” He was also felicitated by Shailendra Singh, who hosted the actor on the stage.

Michael Douglas was also felicitated with an honorary Palme d’Or at the 76th Cannes Film Festival for his contribution to cinema. The actor said, "It is always a breath



of fresh air to be at Cannes, which has long provided a wonderful platform for bold creators, artistic audacities and excellence in storytelling. From my first time here in 1979 for The China Syndrome to my most recent premiere for Behind the Candelabra in 2013, the Festival has always reminded me that the magic of cinema is not just in what we see onscreen but in its ability to impact people all around the world.”

At Cannes, he also recalled how it was difficult for the audience to digest the intimate scenes in his film, Basic Instinct, when it was shown back in the 90s. He said, “Seeing a lot of those sex scenes on the Grand Palais’ huge screen, it was a little overwhelming for a lot of people. We had a very quiet dinner afterwards, everyone was sort of digesting it.”