Variety Vanguard Award

Karan Johar advocates for Indian stories in global cinema

Renowned Indian filmmaker and TV personality Karan Johar made history by becoming the first Indian director to be honoured with the prestigious Variety Vanguard Award at the Red Sea International Film Festival. Acknowledging the significant impact of industry leaders on the global entertainment sector, Johar was presented the award by Tatiana Siegel, Variety’s executive editor of film and media, during the festival's third edition.