Bollywood Star Kartik Aaryan Joins Global Icons

Actor Kartik Aaryan has been officially invited as an "In Conversation" guest to the Red Sea International Film Festival 2025, held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. This prestigious event places him among international luminaries such as Idris Elba, Anthony Hopkins, and Riz Ahmed, underscoring his rising global profile. This recognition is seen as a major milestone for both Aaryan and the emerging generation of Indian actors gaining international visibility.

Aaryan's inclusion reflects his growing popularity and versatile performances across various genres, from dramatic roles in "Chandu Champion" and "Dhamaka" to mainstream hits like the "Bhool Bhulaiyaa" franchise. Industry observers view this as a natural progression for an actor who has established himself as one of India's most bankable young stars.

The festival will feature a dedicated session where Aaryan will discuss his career journey, his approach to different film genres, and the evolution of storytelling within Indian cinema. His participation further emphasizes the increasing presence of Bollywood within global film festival circuits, providing strong representation from the Indian mainstream film industry.