Priyanka Chopra Reflects On Her Journey As She Accepts Honorary Award At Red Sea Film Festival

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Priyanka Chopra Jonas recently received an honorary award at the Red Sea International Film Festival in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, and her speech has caught the attention of many. On December 13, 2024, she was celebrated for her incredible career in cinema.

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Accompanied by her husband, Nick Jonas, Priyanka looked stunning on the red carpet. In her speech, she expressed her gratitude for the honor and reflected on the journey that led her here. She recalled how, early in her career, she was told that films in Hindi and Telugu wouldn’t make it internationally. She highlighted how things have changed, proudly pointing out how far cinema has come in breaking language barriers.

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Starting her career at just 18, Priyanka faced doubts about the global reach of Indian cinema. However, her success proves that such barriers can be overcome, and she encouraged others to keep pushing limits. Priyanka also praised the Red Sea Film Festival for creating a space where filmmakers from all over the world can unite, no matter their nationality or language. She expressed how proud she is to be part of an industry that offers people the chance to dream and tell stories for a living.

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She described acting as a privilege, noting how much she enjoys meeting new people and learning from those she admires in the industry. Priyanka also took time to thank her family, particularly Nick, and honor the memory of her late father, who taught her that entertainment can be both confident and vulnerable.