Saudi Arabia Honours Rekha!

‘Her presence lit up the room as she reflected on a remarkable career that has shaped generations of Indian cinema.’

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Rekha walked the red carpet at the Red Sea Film Festival.

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The movie legend was in Jeddah for the the screening of her film Umrao Jaan.

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Also present was the film’s director, Muzaffar Ali.

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‘We were proud to honor the legendary Rekha — a defining icon of Indian cinema — at the Red Sea International Film Festival,’ the Red Sea Film Foundation organisers noted.

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‘In a rare and unforgettable appearance, she received the Red Sea Honoree Award from CEO Faisal Baltyuor…’

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‘…With Fionnuala Halligan introducing the international premiere of her newly restored classic Umrao Jaan (1981).’.

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‘We were honored to hear from the legendary Rekha, a rare and unforgettable moment at the Red Sea International Film Festival.’

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‘Her presence lit up the room as she reflected on a remarkable career that has shaped generations of Indian cinema.’

Photographs curated by Satish Bodas/Rediff