Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, has become a hotspot for global stars during the Red Sea International Film Festival. Amongst the visitors was Bollywood actor Kartik Aaryan. During the event, he had an unforgettable moment with Hollywood legend Johnny Depp. Kartik took to social media to share the same. He highlighted the moment on Instagram by posting a striking photo with the Pirates of the Caribbean star.
He paired the picture with the caption: “Pirates of the Red Sea. Jack Sparrow x Rooh Baba.” The post quickly gained massive traction, drawing waves of comments from excited fans. Many were thrilled to see the actors in the same frame. Some even wished they would team up for a movie someday. One admirer commented, “We need a Captain Jack Sparrow and Rooh Baba in a movie.”
Photos and videos of Kartik at the festival are also making the rounds online. A social media clip also shows him surrounded by crowds of admirers eager to snap selfies with him. Alongside Kartik, other Indian stars such as Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Rekha and Kriti Sanon were also in attendance at the star-studded event.
Stepping onto the global stage at the Red Sea International Film Festival, Kartik also reflected on the mindset that has driven his journey. “I’ve never felt doubt about myself or my choices. Whether it’s overconfidence or confidence, it’s worked for me,” he revealed.
He further added, “I’m deeply committed to my films and characters. It’s not just about my role, but the entire film and everyone involved. That love for storytelling keeps me grounded and focused.”
On the professional front, Kartik is currently gearing up for the release of Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri. He is starring in the movie alongside Ananya Panday. Kartik is also working on Dharma Productions’ Naagzilla. In that film, he plays a shape-shifting serpent named Preyamvadeshwar Pyare Chand. The movie is directed by Mrighdeep Singh Lamba.
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