Cannes 2024: Bhojpuri actor Pradeep Pandey Chintu makes debut at 77th film festival

The esteemed Festival de Cannes has been generating considerable buzz lately. Each May, this illustrious 10-day affair draws prominent figures from around the world to the picturesque French Riviera. However, this year holds particular significance for the Bhojpuri film industry, as it witnesses a historic moment. For the first time ever, an actor from the Bhojpuri industry has made their presence felt at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival.
Pradeep Pandey Chintu, known for his roles in Bhojpuri films such as 'Deewana', 'Dulaara', and 'Mohabbat' expressed his pride on Instagram as he shared this significant moment with his fans.

While sharing the picture of himself on Instagram, the actor wrote, "At Cannes Film Festival, France अंतर्राष्ट्रीय फ़िल्म फेस्टिवल “कांस” में पहली बार हमारी भोजपुरी फ़िल्म “अग्निसाक्षी” का पहुँचना, हमारी भोजपुरी भाषा का पहुँचना, हम सभी के लिए बहुत बड़े गर्व की बात है। आप सबके अनंत प्यार और आशीर्वाद ने यहाँ तक पहुँचाया है। जहां हॉलीवुड और बॉलीवुड के बड़े बड़े स्टार्स को बुलाया जाता रहा है वहीं पर पहली बार भोजपुरी के एक कलाकार को बुलाया गया, ये हम सभी भोजपुरियों की जीत है। इस ऐतिहासिक दिन के लिए हम सभी भोजपुरियों को ढेर सारी शुभकामनाएँ। आज एक नया इतिहास रचा गया है। Love you all ".
Reportedly, 'Agni Sakshi,' starring Pradeep Pandey and Akshara Singh, is set to be screened at Cannes 2024.
Pradeep Pandey 'Chintu' is a prominent figure in the Bhojpuri film realm. Having entered the industry at the age of 30, he embarked on his journey as a lead actor with the 2009 film 'Deewana.' Subsequently, he graced the screens in notable productions such as 'Vivah,' 'Truck Driver 2,' 'Rangeela,' and 'Dulhan Chahi Pakistan Se,' among others.