Kartik Aaryan is currently at the fifth Red Sea International Film Festival 2025 in Jeddah for a special session. The Bollywood star was invited as a special guest for an “In Conversation” session alongside
renowned personalities such as Idris Elba, Anthony Hopkins, Nicholas Hoult, Riz Ahmed, Darren Aronofsky and Edgar Ramirez.
After the big appearance, Kartik had a moment that instantly set the internet buzzing. He dropped a delightful picture no one saw coming. Any guesses? A fun and unexpected selfie with none other than Hollywood icon Johnny Depp.
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Kartik posted the picture on Instagram, where he appears dapper in a sleek beige blazer, a crisp white shirt with blue stripes, blue pants and a printed maroon tie. Depp, meanwhile, sported his signature beanie and sunglasses, completing his classic look with a cigar in hand.
Both actors flashed bright smiles, with Depp resting a hand on Kartik’s shoulder while Kartik offered his trademark mischievous expression.
“Pirates of the Red Sea. Jack Sparrow x Rooh Rooh Baba @johnnydepp,” Kartik wrote in the caption.
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Who Are Jack Sparrow And Rooh Baba?
Johnny Depp is adored worldwide for his portrayal of Captain Jack Sparrow, the beloved protagonist of Disney’s Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales franchise. The fantasy adventure series draws heavily from the Golden Age of Piracy and the mid-1700s setting.
Rooh Baba, on the other hand, is Kartik Aaryan’s popular character from the second and third installment of Bhool Bhulaiyaa. The quirky, comical ghostbuster persona has become one of Kartik’s most memorable roles.
What’s Kartik Aaryan Working On?
The actor will soon win hearts in his upcoming romantic drama, Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri. Made under the direction of National Award winner Sameer Vidwans, the film also features Jackie Shroff and Neena Gupta. The romantic drama promises a heartwarming mix of laughter, romance, and heartwarming moments. Mark your calendars! The film is set to release on Christmas Eve, December 25.
Next, he is set to captivate audiences in the thriller film Naagzilla, which is gearing up for an August 2026 release. He will be seen in a never-before-seen role as Preyamvadeshwar Pyare Chand, a shape-shifting snake. It is directed by Mrighdeep Singh Lamba and written by Gautam Mehra.
Kartik is also roped in for Anurag Basu’s highly anticipated sequel, Aashiqui 3. Adding to his versatile filmography, he is rumoured to star in the Hindi remake of Abhishek Jain’s Kirik Party, Prem ki Shaddi and Hera Pheri 3.
