HRH Prince Moulay Rachid in the glare of ramps after year-round hard work

Marrakech – Morocco, December 7, 2007 -- The high-voltage glamorous His Royal Highness Prince Moulay Rachid, the heir to the Moroccan throne and president of Marrakech International Film Festival, charmed during the opening night as he hosted an ultra exclusive royal dinner in conjunction with his the seventh Marrakech International Film Festival.

This prestigious gala dinner has become one of the most eagerly awaited events in Morocco's royal calendar.

After year-round hard work, His Royal Highness was noticeably pleased to wrap up all efforts in the romance of the nine-day long film festival extravaganza.

Looking elegant as ever in a fitted black tuxedo, 37-year-old Prince Moulay Rachid dazzled onlookers as he welcomed the Hollywood and European stars.

Up for grabs at the impressive gala dinner were Czechoslovakian born Milos Forman, US director Martin Scorsese, Russian director, screenwriter and producer Pavel Lounguine American actor Leonardo Di Caprio, French actress Issa Maiga, Spanish actress Aitana Sanchez- Gijon, and others.

The 7th Marrakech International Film Festival runs from December 7th to 15th in Marrakech, Morocco.