26 May 2024
- Bhupinder Singh
Indian director Payal Kapadia achieved a historic milestone at the Cannes Film Festival in 2024.
Payal Kapadia secured the prestigious Le Grand Prix at Cannes for her film, All We Imagine as Light.
Kapadia's win marked the first victory for an Indian filmmaker at Cannes in 30 years.
Let's take look into the journey of Payal Kapadia, the groundbreaking director behind the Cannes success.
Kapadia is an alumna of India's renowned Film (FTII) and Television Institute, known for nurturing cinematic talents.
Prior to her Cannes triumph, Kapadia garnered attention with her 2021 film, A Night of Knowing Nothing, which clinched a Cannes award.
Beyond her films, Kapadia gained notoriety for her activism, notably during her student days at FTII.
During her time at FTII, Kapadia led protests against contentious appointments, facing disciplinary actions for her activism.
Kapadia's activism led to confrontations, including an incident where she and fellow students were charged by the police.
Despite controversies, Kapadia received support from FTII when her work was recognised at Cannes, underscoring her journey from activism to acclaim.