At the 2024 Red Sea Film Festival in Jeddah, actress Priyanka Chopra received an honorary award celebrating her significant contributions to global cinema. Sex and the City star Sarah Jessica Parker presented the accolade, describing it as a “true honour” to recognize Chopra’s achievements.
Chopra, who shined in a dazzling gown, was accompanied by her husband, singer-actor Nick Jonas, who looked sharp in a black blazer. In her acceptance speech, she thanked the festival for the recognition and shared the moment on social media, saying, “Thank you for the wonderful honour, Red Sea Film Festival.”
Reflecting on her journey, Chopra spoke about the early challenges of making non-English films accessible globally. “I come from an industry that speaks Hindi and Telugu… Yet, we are here today,” she remarked, appreciating the festival’s commitment to uniting filmmakers across languages and cultures.
Chopra also paid tribute to her late father, who she described as her first inspiration. She shared that he taught her how to balance confidence with vulnerability. She concluded by thanking her fellow artists and collaborators, praising the global filmmaking community for bringing people together through cinema.
The Red Sea Film Festival 2024 once again highlighted the power of film to transcend borders, with Chopra’s award serving as a testament to her impact on both Bollywood and Hollywood.
