This article was automatically translated from HIBAPRESS, the Arabic version:
Heba Press
As part of one of the largest artistic and entertainment events in the region, the General Entertainment Authority of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia organized the “JOY AWARDS” ceremony, in its fifth edition, in the capital, Riyadh, as part of Riyadh season activities.
The ceremony, which was held on January 19, 2025, saw a large participation of major stars of art, cinema, theater and sport from the Arab and international world.
Under the supervision of His Excellency Advisor Turki bin Abdul Mohsen Al Sheikh, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the General Entertainment Authority, the stars gathered on the lavender carpet amid widespread media coverage and a live broadcast on MBC and “Shahid” channels. platform. The ceremony was also marked by the presence of personalities from the world of art and cinema, including: Sir Anthony Hopkins, Christina Aguilera, Andrea Bocelli, Matthew McConaughey, Tuba Buyuk Uston, and other international stars.
The ceremony also witnessed magnificent artistic performances presented by a number of international and Arab stars, such as Christina Aguilera, Wael Kfoury, Michael Bublé and Andrea Bocelli with Mohamed Abdo. Famous composer Hans Zimmer also gave a special musical rendition of Pirates of the Caribbean songs.
Artist Award Winners:
For the series category:
“Favorite Actor” Award: Samer Ismail for the series “The Agent”, received by Amanda Seyfried.
“Favorite Actress” Award: Hoda Hussein for the series “One Woman is Not Enough”. The award was presented to him by Barış Arduch.
“Favorite Gulf Series” Award: “Shabab Al-Bomb” Series.
“Favorite Egyptian Series” Award: “Nima Avocato” Series.
About the sports category:
“Favorite Athlete” Award: Salem Al-Dosari, presented by Thierry Henry.
“Favorite Female Athlete” Award: Hattan Al Saif, also received from Thierry Henry.
About the cinema category:
-“Favorite Actor” Award: Hisham Maged for the film “X Marati”.
“Favorite Actress” Award: Hana Al Zahed for the film “An Interlude of Delicious Moments”.
“Favorite Film” Award: “Welad Rizk 3: The Judge”.
About the achievement category:
“Favorite TV Series Director” Award: Rasha Sharbatji for the series “Weld Badia”.
“Favorite Director” Award: Tariq Al-Erian for the film “Welad Rizk 3: The Judge”.
About the influencer category:
“Favorite Influencer” Award: Ahmed Al-Qahtani (Chongbong).
“Favorite Influencer” Award: Narine Amara (Nareen Beauty).
About the music category:
“Favorite New Face” Award: Rakan Al Saed.
“Most Popular Song” Award: Shared equally between the songs “Who Are You Who” by Angham and “Hejili Moujoa” by Tamer Ashour.
Honorary Prize:
Entertainment Makers Honorary Award: awarded to Hrithik Roshan, Mohamed Abdel Aziz and Zuhair Murad.
Lifetime Achievement Award: Received by Andrea Bocelli, Hans Zimmer, Abdullah Al-Ruwaished, Yasser Al-Azma and others.
Personality of the Year Award: Matthew McConaughey.
Closing ceremony:
The ceremony ended with a breathtaking performance by Turkish star Tarkan, who performed a collection of his most famous songs to warm applause from the audience.
