Cannes 2024 - Kani Kusruti's Bold Watermelon Clutch

Indian actress Kani Kusruti attended Cannes 2024, carrying a clutch shaped like a watermelon slice.

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Kusruti starred in the Grand Prix-winning film "All We Imagine as Light."

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Her unique clutch sparked curiosity, leading to questions about its significance.

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Kusruti revealed the clutch was both a personal and political statement.

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The watermelon slice design echoed the colors of the Palestinian flag: red, green, black, and white.

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These colors became a symbol of Palestinian resistance post-1967, when displaying the flag was prohibited.

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Kusruti emphasized her solidarity with Palestinian friends and the ongoing conflict in West Asia.

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She chose to make a political statement at Cannes, a rare move for such grand festivals.

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Kusruti's statement highlighted the intersection of personal beliefs and political expression.

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Kusruti's statement highlighted the intersection of personal beliefs and political expression.

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