December 13, 2024: Actress Priyanka Chopra was recently honored with a prestigious honorary award at the Red Sea Film Festival 2024, held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The event, which celebrates the global film industry, recognized Chopra’s remarkable contributions to cinema across both Hollywood and Bollywood.
The award was presented to her by Sarah Jessica Parker, the iconic star of Sex and the City, who called it a “true honor” to recognize Chopra’s achievements. Known for her diverse career spanning different film industries, Priyanka Chopra has built a global presence and continues to be a trailblazer for Indian talent in international cinema.
On the red carpet, Chopra was accompanied by her husband, singer-actor Nick Jonas, who looked dashing in a black blazer and trousers. Priyanka herself was a vision in a shimmering gown, radiating elegance and joy as the couple made their way down the carpet together.
In her acceptance speech, Priyanka expressed heartfelt gratitude for the recognition. She shared her appreciation on social media, posting stunning photos from the event alongside a message of thanks:
“Thank you for the wonderful honour, Red Sea Film Festival. Congratulations to all the winners and participants. Here’s to continually bringing the world of entertainment together.”
Priyanka highlighted the significance of the Red Sea Film Festival, which she noted provides a platform for filmmakers from diverse cultures and languages to come together. Reflecting on her own journey, she mentioned how, early in her career, she was told that non-English films would not be able to “travel” internationally. Chopra, who hails from Hindi and Telugu film industries, emphasized how far global cinema has come and praised the festival for breaking barriers related to language, nationality, and culture.
In an emotional moment, Chopra paid tribute to her late father, who passed away in 2013. She shared how her father was the first entertainer she ever knew, describing him as the person who taught her the joy of being the life of the party. “He showed me how much joy there is in being the person in the middle of a party,” Chopra said, adding, “He taught me how to be confident and vulnerable at the same time.”
The actress also expressed her gratitude to her husband, Nick Jonas, saying, “My wonderful husband is here, waiting to escort me down, the gentleman that he is.”
Chopra’s speech continued with an acknowledgment of the global filmmaking community, underscoring the power of cinema to unite people across borders. “We get to play for a living, we get to tell stories for a living, and we get to dream for a living,” she remarked, celebrating the art form’s ability to transcend divisions and bring people together.
She concluded by congratulating all the winners, filmmakers, and participants at the festival, praising the event for fostering a deeper connection between global cinema and its audiences.
This recognition at the Red Sea Film Festival adds to Chopra’s growing list of accolades, affirming her as a global icon who continues to bridge the gap between cultures through the universal language of storytelling.
