Kriti Sanon Shines at 2025 Red Sea Film Festival, Mingles with Hollywood Stars

Bollywood actor Kriti Sanon attended the 2025 edition of the Red Sea Film Festival in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, this week, where she participated as a speaker and was later spotted mingling with several Hollywood stars, including Uma Thurman, Adrien Brody, and Dakota Johnson.

Gala Appearances and Star-Studded Interactions

Kriti attended the Women in Cinema Gala on the sidelines of the festival. Social media photos captured her posing with Dakota Johnson, wearing a black thigh-high slit gown, and smiling alongside Uma Thurman. Fans on Reddit praised the Bollywood star, with one commenting, “Is it just me or Uma and Kriti look kinda similar here? Very mother-daughter vibe.” Some also recalled Kriti’s rumored but shelved role in a Kill Bill adaptation by Anurag Kashyap.

In addition, Kriti posed with Nina Dobrev and Oscar-winner Adrien Brody, with images showing her seated at a table with drinks alongside Brody, and another featuring her alongside Dobrev, who wore a striking yellow gown. Social media users praised Kriti, calling her “absolutely gorgeous” and “a head turner.”

Interactive Session at the Festival

At the festival, Kriti participated in an hour-long In Conversation session, where she reflected on her journey in Bollywood. She spoke about her early days in the industry, working with Shah Rukh Khan in Dilwale, and how she transitioned from being an engineering student to becoming a film actor.

Recent Work

Kriti was most recently seen in Aanand L Rai’s Tere Ishk Mein opposite Dhanush, which has been a commercial success, grossing over ₹100 crore worldwide.

The festival marks a significant moment for Kriti, who continues to expand her global presence while balancing her Bollywood career.