Visitors at the 9^th Sharjah International Film Festival for Children and Youth (SIFF) were in for an exciting surprise on Thursday night when ‘The Joker’ made an appearance at the festival venue at Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre, Sharjah.

Dressed in a flaming red suit, Batman’s arch nemesis – identified by his signature appearance – was a hit with children and adults alike, who were eager to click selfies with the larger-than-life villain.

A team of special effects makeup artists at the festival brought to life the ‘Clown Prince of Crime’ with his iconic white face and wicked red smile.

The SIFF venue transforms each evening into a spectacle of music, talent shows and colourful characters, in addition to its fascinating selection of movies from around  the world.