MUMBAI: MIPCOM will be host to numerous international film and television stars for its 26th edition.

Topping the lineup is actor, director, producer, Robert Redford who will be attending this year’s event to celebrate the first anniversary of Sundance Channel in Europe. 

As the founder of the channel, Redford will participate in a media question and answer session on 6 October during which he will discuss the expansion plans of the Sundance Channel.

Gene Simmons, star of Gene Simmons Family Jewels will deliver a keynote address with Bob DeBitteto, President & General Manager of A&E Network and BIO Channel, during the "How to Build an Entertainment Brand" MIPCOM conference.Simmons is a legendary rock god, multi-media magnate and renowned ladies man. Also attending the annual event is his partner, Shannon Tweed.

Cannes will also be witness to The Walking Dead brought by Fox International Channels (and Entertainment One) to MIPCOM. Executive producer Gale Anne Hurd , of The Terminator, Aliens, Armageddon and The Incredible Hulk and talent, Andrew Lincoln and Sarah Wayne Callies will be at MIPCOM to promote the series.