Overview

• Jacqueline Fernandez opened up about her mother Kim Fernandez’s death in an interview at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, marking her first public statements on the loss.
• Kim Fernandez passed away on April 5, 2025, in a Mumbai hospital after suffering a heat stroke, with Jacqueline spending her final months by her side.
• The actress expressed ongoing grief and regret, saying, 'I wish I did more,' while also emphasizing her mother’s unwavering support for her acting career.
• Fernandez was honoured at Cannes as part of the Women in Cinema initiative, where she reflected on her mother’s pride in her accomplishments.
• Born in Bahrain to a multi-ethnic family, Fernandez credited her late mother as her 'biggest cheerleader' who encouraged her to pursue her dreams despite initial fears of judgment.