June 8, 2024

Hafiz Mustafa Steals the Spotlight In Cannes

The 77th Annual Cannes Film Festival was an affair to remember, held in the iconic coastal city of Cannes from May 14 to 25. The festival, one of the largest and most prestigious in the cinematic world, saw 22 films vying for the coveted Palme d’Or. The grandeur of the festival was further accentuated by the surprise of Hafiz Mustafa, who brought a delightful touch to Cannes.

A Star-Studded Opening Night

The festival started in style at the Croisette building, with its majestic red-carpeted stairs. French actress Camille Cottin, who has been making waves in the USA, hosted the opening night, setting the tone for an event filled with glamour.

The red carpet was graced by stars including Meryl Streep, Francis Ford Coppola, Catherine Deneuve, Barry Keoghan, Jacob Elordi, Kevin Costner, Richard Gere, Adam Driver, Lea Seydoux, François Civil, Adele Exarchopoulos, Pierre Niney, Selena Gomez, Chris Hemsworth, Anya Taylor-Joy, Sebastian Stan, Emma Stone, Joe Alwyn, and Zoe Saldana.

The Awards Night Highlights

The awards night was a culmination of the festival’s spirit. American director Sean Baker bagged the Golden Palm Award for his film “Anora.” In a festival first, the ‘Best Actress’ award was shared by three actresses from the movie “Emilia Perez” – Zoe Saldana, Karla Sofía Gascón, and Selena Gomez.

Greta Gerwig, an acclaimed American filmmaker and actress, presided over the jury. Screenwriter, photographer, and writer Ebru Ceylan also lent her expertise as part of the jury panel.

Here’s a rundown of the award winners:

Palme d’Or: Sean Baker for “Anora”
Grand Prix: Payal Kapadia for “All We Imagine as Light”
Best Director: Miguel Gomes for “Grand Tour”
Best Actress: Karla Sofia Gascon, Zoe Saldana, Selena Gomez, and Adriana Paz for “Emilia Perez”
Best Actor: Jesse Plemons for “Kinds of Kindness”
Best Screenplay: Coralie Fargeat for “The Substance”
Special Jury Prize: Mohammad Rasoulof for “The Seed of the Sacred Fig.”
Camera d’Or for Best First Film: Halfdan Ullmann Tondel for “Armand”
Best Short Film: Nebojsa Slijepcevic for “The Man Who Could Not Remain Silent”

Billy Zane, known for his roles in “Titanic,” “The Mummy,” and “Red Mask,” along with Lewis Tan, the lead actor in the new “Mortal Kombat” movie, and the famous actress Meryem Uzerli, were among those who tasted Hafiz Mustafa’s delicious offerings. Hafiz Mustafa’s red boxes and Turkish delicacies were the highlight of the evening.

Lewis Tan and Lucy Qiu

77th Annual Cannes Film Festival

The Cannes Palais des Festivals et des Congres

77th Annual Cannes Film Festival

Hafiz Mustafa’s Sweet Surprise

Hafiz Mustafa’s appearance was a delightful surprise with its centennial Turkish delicacies. Hafiz Mustafa brought a sweet touch to the festival by serving delights to the stars at the Carlton Hotel.

A hit with guests was the Turkish Orange Delight, a nod to the citrus fruits of the French Riviera.

Billy Zane, known for his roles in “Titanic,” “The Mummy,” and “Red Mask,” along with Lewis Tan, the lead actor in the new “Mortal Kombat” movie, and the famous actress Meryem Uzerli, were among those who tasted Hafiz Mustafa’s delicious offerings. Hafiz Mustafa’s red boxes and Turkish delicacies were the highlight of the evening.

Delicious Moments

Hafiz Mustafa’s presence in Cannes added a unique flavor to the after-event. The red boxes and delicious Turkish delicacies displayed Turkey’s rich cultural heritage.

The guests couldn’t get enough of the Hafiz Mustafa treats in the Carlton Hotel as the stars mingled and shared their love for Turkish delicacies. Hafiz Mustafa’s participation in the city was also a cultural exchange that brought people closer through the universal language of food.

As the curtains closed on the 77th Cannes Film Festival, the memories of the red carpet, the awards, the stars, and the sweet surprises will linger, inspiring many more to come.