Aamir Khan and Emily Blunt will be honoured at Red Sea Film Festival; Ranbir Kapoor, Andrew Garfield among speakers

Aamir Khan and Emily Blunt will also offer festival attendees an intimate look at their careers and creative processes.

The 2024 Red Sea Film Festival is set to take place from December 5-14 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. It will celebrate global cinematic talent with the honouring of actor Aamir Khan and Oscar-nominated actor Emily Blunt. Both actors will be recognised at the festival's opening night. Egyptian screen legend Mona Zaki will also be honoured. (Also Read | Ira Khan blames father Aamir Khan for getting trolled for photo with Nick Jonas: ‘I had no idea…’)

Aamir Khan, Emily Blunt and Ranbir Kapoor will be seen at the Red Sea Film Festival.

Mona was previously announced as a recipient of the prestigious award, as per Deadline. In addition to the honours, Aamir and Emily will engage in the festival's popular In Conversation With segment, offering festival attendees an intimate look at their careers and creative processes.

The list of notable speakers for this strand already includes Hollywood stars such as Eva Longoria, Andrew Garfield, and Ranbir Kapoor, as per Deadline.

Aamir Khan, one of India's most influential actors and filmmakers, has consistently delivered successful films over the decades. His notable works include Dangal, Ghajini, 3 Idiots, Dhoom 3, PK and the Oscar-nominated Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India.

Aamir expressed his gratitude for the recognition, stating, "Cinema has been my lifelong passion, and to be amidst such an inspiring group of artists from across the world is truly humbling," as per Deadline.

Emily Blunt, known for her roles in A Quiet Place and Sicario, has made waves in Hollywood with her remarkable performances. She was nominated for the Best Supporting Actress Oscar for her role in Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer (2023).

Upcoming projects include The Smashing Machine, in which she stars alongside Dwayne Johnson, and a highly anticipated event film being helmed by Steven Spielberg.

Reflecting on the honour, Emily shared, "I love all that this festival is doing for innovative and emerging talent in the film industry. In particular, I'm enthused by how they are empowering women in cinema and amplifying their voices," as per Deadline.

Held in the port city of Jeddah, the Red Sea Film Festival, now in its fourth edition, is one of the most happening cultural events in the Middle East.