Jeddah, Saudi Arabia – In a surprising turn of events at the Red Sea International Film Festival, Bollywood star Kartik Aaryan shared a selfie with Hollywood icon Johnny Depp, sparking a frenzy among fans. The unexpected crossover between "Rooh Baba" and "Jack Sparrow" has taken social media by storm.
The selfie, posted on Aaryan's Instagram, shows him in a casual look sporting his signature mischievous grin. Depp, instantly recognizable, is seen in his trademark beanie, sunglasses, and with a cigar in hand, reminiscent of his famous pirate persona. Aaryan playfully captioned the photo "Pirates of the Red Sea JackSparrow x RoohBaba @johnnydepp,"referring to Depp's iconic role as Captain Jack Sparrow in the "Pirates of the Caribbean" franchise and his own character Rooh Baba from the Bollywood film "Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2".
The picture was taken at the Red Sea International Film Festival in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, where both actors are guests. The post quickly went viral, with fans expressing their excitement and calling for a movie collaboration between the two stars. One fan commented, "Jacksparrow x Rooh Baba the Collab we didn't expect," while another wrote, "Wait What!!! Captain Jack Sparrow and Rooh Baba together".
Kartik Aaryan is currently promoting his upcoming films, including "Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri," a romantic comedy directed by Sameer Vidwans, set to release in theaters on December 25. The film features Ananya Panday, Neena Gupta, Jackie Shroff, and Tiku Talsania. He is alsoAnticipation is building for his role in "Naagzilla", where he plays Preyamvadeshwar Pyare Chand, a shape-shifting serpent in a fantastical adventure. The film is directed by Mrighdeep Singh Lamba and produced by Dharma Productions and Mahaveer Jain Films.
Johnny Depp is known for his portrayal of Captain Jack Sparrow in the "Pirates of the Caribbean" films, a role that has cemented his place in cinematic history. Following his defamation case win against ex-wife Amber Heard, Depp has indicated he would be open to reprising his role as Captain Jack Sparrow if Disney were interested. Producer Jerry Bruckheimer has also confirmed discussions with Depp about a potential script.
The chance encounter between Aaryan and Depp highlights the Red Sea International Film Festival as a meeting point for global cinema. The selfie has not only delighted fans but also sparked conversations about potential future collaborations between Bollywood and Hollywood.
