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Red Sea International Film Festival’s Sixth Edition Postponed? Here’s What We Know

Red Sea International Film Festival sees some of the biggest names in the Saudi film industry and from around the world.

by Anupriya Mishra
Red Sea International Film Festival’s Sixth Edition Postponed? Here’s What We Know
Cover Image Courtesy: X/RedSeaFilm

Red Sea International Film Festival is one of the most renowned events in the industry in Saudi Arabia. However, the Red Sea Film Foundation has announced that it is postponing the sixth edition of this festival. Yes, as revealed by them, it is being postponed to the fourth quarter of 2027, and here’s all about it.

Red Sea International Film Festival Postponed For Sixth Edition

Red Sea International Film Festival sees some of the biggest names in the Saudi film industry and from around the world. Previously, some of the biggest names known internationally have marked their visit on the red carpet. However, as announced by the Red Sea Film Foundation, it is postponing the sixth edition of the film festival to the fourth quarter of 2027. The foundation’s decision reflects its commitment towards ensuring that the festival is staged at the right time and under the right conditions.

Year-Round Programmes At Culture Square

As revealed in a report by the Saudi Gazette, the aim of the foundation is to deliver an experience that people will remember it for. So, despite the postponement, it mentions that it will continue year-round activities. This will be done through the Red Sea Fund and Red Sea Labs along with its wider programmes and initiatives. Starting from November 26th, the foundation will be introducing something called year-round programmes at Culture Square. This is in historic Jeddah, and it will maintain the cultural and industry activities ahead of the return of the festival.

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A Star-Studded Event You Cannot Miss

The previous edition of the Red Sea Film Festival was a dazzling star-studded event. It saw some of the biggest names from around the world. Bollywood stars such as Kriti Sanon and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan were there for the event. Hollywood celebrities also made an appearance, like Vin Diesel and Dakota Johnson.

So, as you wait for the return of this film festival to Saudi Arabia, you can truly expect it to be a star-studded event once it returns.

Cover Image Courtesy: X/RedSeaFilm

FAQs

What is Red Sea International Film Festival?

Red Sea International Film Festival is a renowned festival that has been postponed until 2027 for the sixth edition.

Who has attended the Red Sea International Film Festival previously?

Red Sea International Film Festival has previously been attended by Hollywood celebrities also made an appearance, like Vin Diesel and Dakota Johnson.

Anupriya Mishra | Senior Content Writer

Anupriya Mishra is a Senior Content Writer at Curly Tales with 8 years of experience creating stories around food, travel, fashion, entertainment, lifestyle, and pop culture. She holds a Master’s degree in History from the University of Delhi. When she’s not busy checking out the newest eateries in town, you’ll find her binge-watching K-dramas and reading romance novels.

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First Published: September 22, 2026 3:51 PM