WATCH: Ranveer Singh acknowledges Hollywood icon Johnny Depp’s influence on his diverse acting journey at Red Sea Film Festival

Bollywood star Ranveer Singh was recently awarded with an esteemed honour at the Red Sea Film Festival’s third edition. The festival commenced with the world premiere of the fantastical masterpiece, HWJN, skillfully directed by Yasir Al-Yasiri, a visionary filmmaker hailing from Dubai.

However, the event captured global attention as Ranveer, known for his versatile acting prowess, paid homage to Hollywood icon Johnny Depp, crediting him for influencing his diverse acting journey. The two charismatic stars, both donned impeccably stylish all-black ensembles, shared a memorable moment, encapsulated in viral photographs circulating on the internet.

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“Wow, one of my screen idols is in the house. Ladies and gentlemen, Mr. Johnny Depp. My good sir, I have followed your work since Edward Scissorhands and What’s Eating Gilbert Grape. What an honour to be receiving this in your presence. Thank you for everything that you’ve unknowingly taught me about the craft, sir. Master of transformation, versatility, something in that, I’m inspired by you.” Ranveer said.

This year we are honouring Ranveer Singh, an icon of Hindi cinema: Red Sea Film Festival’s CEO

The recognition of Ranveer’s contributions to cinema adds another feather to his illustrious cap, affirming his impact on the global film landscape. The CEO of the Red Sea Film Foundation, Mohammed Al-Turki earlier heaped praise on Ranveer

“This year we are honouring Ranveer Singh, an icon of Hindi cinema; Diane Kruger, who has delivered us a series of unforgettable characters from Helen of Troy to Tarantino’s Bridget von Hammersmark and affected us with her powerhouse performance of the avenging Angel Katja in Fatih Akin’s In the Fade; as well as the hugely beloved Abdullah Al-Sadhan who has been a mainstay of Saudi entertainment through Tash ma Tash for two decades and will also appear in this year’s competition title Norah. We are thrilled to be recognising each of their varied and deep contributions to cinema and to have them with us for our third edition.” Al-Turki was quoted as saying by Hindustan Times.