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Dakota Johnson discussed the challenges of producing films during a conversation at the Red Sea Film Festival, revealing her experiences since founding TeaTime Pictures with Ro Donnelly in 2019. She described the production side of the industry as a 'love-hate' relationship, emphasizing the often harsh realities behind the scenes.

Bollywood star Kriti Sanon captivated audiences at the Red Sea Film Festival in Saudi Arabia by sharing a nostalgic moment from her early career when she worked alongside the iconic Shah Rukh Khan. This reflection highlighted her journey in the film industry and the impact of working with established stars on emerging talent.

Dakota Johnson, during a discussion at the Red Sea Film Festival, expressed her struggles with the production side of the film industry, describing it as a 'love-hate' relationship and highlighting the often 'ugly' reality of working with financiers she deems 'shady.' This reflects her internal conflict as she navigates her career as both an actress and a producer.

Jessica Alba participated in the Red Sea Film Festival, discussing her new production ventures under Lady Meadowmark and Lady Spitfire, while also teasing a project titled 'A Tree Is Blue' with Haifaa Al Mansour and Dakota Johnson. The event highlighted the ongoing development of Saudi Arabia's film industry and the empowerment of women in filmmaking.

The fifth edition of Saudi Arabia's Red Sea Film Festival commenced in Jeddah, featuring the biopic 'Giant' directed by Rowan Athale, which stars Amir El-Masry as boxing champion Prince Naseem Hamed. Notable actor Michael Caine attended the event, while co-star Pierce Brosnan was absent. The festival aims to showcase cinematic talent and foster cultural exchange.