Ilham Ali deserves a well-deserved tribute at Cannes Film Festival

In a pivotal moment in her career, Saudi actress Ilham Ali made a remarkable international presence at the 78th Cannes International Film Festival in France, where she was honored at the "Women in Cinema" event, one of the Red Sea Film Foundation's most prominent initiatives celebrating influential women in the film industry.

This honor, which came amidst a select group of prominent Arab and international female filmmakers and artists, represents a significant milestone in Elham's career, as she represents one of the stars of the MBC Talent agency, and confirms the rising status of Saudi cinema in international forums.

An exceptional tribute on a dazzling cinematic night The gala, celebrating women in cinema, was held on Thursday evening, May 15 , at the legendary Hotel du Cap in Cannes, in the presence of prominent cinema figures and a large international media presence. During the event, Ilham Ali took to the stage alongside a number of creative women, most notably:

Jacqueline Fernandez (India), Rungano Nyoni (Zambia – Outstanding Female Director), Amina Khalil (Egypt), Ghaya Jiji (Syria – Director and Writer), Sarah Taiba (Saudi Arabia), Angpha Wura (Thailand). The third edition of the Women in Cinema gala was not just a celebratory event, but a global platform for recognition of female talents who have succeeded in emerging in an environment that still needs more female representation, particularly from the Arab world.

Saudi pride on display worldwide In her speech at the ceremony, Ilham Ali expressed her deep gratitude for this recognition, considering it a badge of honor for every Saudi woman working in the artistic field and striving to make her mark. She extended special thanks to MBC Talent for their continued support, as well as the Red Sea Foundation, which supported this distinguished event.

Elham said, "This honor is not just for me, but for every Saudi woman who embarks on the journey of acting and creativity with passion and responsibility. I am very happy to be at the Cannes Film Festival for the first time, and this moment represents an achievement that encapsulates years of hard work and determination."

What Elham said was not just a passing remark, but rather a summary of the bold journey undertaken by a Saudi artist in one of the world's most important arenas, where history is made and space is granted to those who deserve it.

Women in Cinema: An Annual Global Celebration of Powerful Female Voices The Women in Cinema event is a long-standing tradition organized by the Red Sea Film Foundation annually on the sidelines of the Cannes Film Festival, and has become a global platform for recognizing women in the film industry from all cultures and backgrounds.

The third edition of this event received extensive media coverage from international and Arab media outlets, a notable presence of film stars, filmmakers, and influencers in the artistic field, and an official dinner accompanied by a prestigious red carpet show.

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A Saudi voice in major forums Honoring star Ilham Ali at Cannes is not just a passing event; it is a symbolic and important step that reflects the significant transformation in the cultural and artistic landscape in Saudi Arabia. The remarkable female presence and the global celebration of Arab talent demonstrate that art is no longer limited to a geographic or cultural context, but rather a global space open to true creativity.

From the prestigious and influential Cannes Film Festival, Ilham Ali sent a powerful message: that Saudi women are capable of taking center stage, that art is a language that transcends barriers, and that it gives those who deserve it the opportunity to shine on the highest platforms.