The cast of Power Ballad brought star power to Ireland as Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas attended the film’s Closing Night premiere at the Dublin International Film Festival. The highly anticipated red carpet event drew fans, press, and industry insiders as the actors celebrated the musical comedy’s international debut.
Rudd and Jonas walked the red carpet at the Closing Night gala, marking a major moment for the film’s global rollout. Festival audiences responded enthusiastically as the music-driven comedy capped this year’s celebration of cinema in Dublin.
The temperature soared on closing night as Power Ballad, the electrifying new film from acclaimed Irish filmmaker John Carney, brought the 2026 Dublin International Film Festival to a triumphant close.
In a historic first for the festival, the world premiere lit up the iconic Bord Gáis Energy Theatre — Ireland’s largest theatrical venue — transforming the space into the hottest ticket in town. It marked the first time a DIFF film has ever premiered at the theatre, cementing the evening as one of the biggest world premieres Dublin has staged.
Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas led the cast onto the red carpet to celebrate the film. For Carney, premiering on home soil with an Irish cast before a packed Dublin crowd proved especially meaningful, resulting in a standing ovation from the audience.
One of the evening’s standout moments came when Rudd received the prestigious Volta Award, presented by Carney, adding another layer of celebration to an already unforgettable night.
With Dublin conquered, the film now heads stateside for its U.S. premiere at SXSW in Austin on March 14 — signaling that the ballad is only getting louder.
About the Film Power Ballad
Power Ballad is a musical comedy centered on romance, ambition, and music, pairing Paul Rudd’s signature wit with Nick Jonas’ musical background. Directed by John Carney, the film blends heartfelt storytelling with energetic performances, making its international debut as the Closing Night selection of the Dublin International Film Festival.
