Celebrating Indian Filmmakers: Priyanka Chopra’s Shoutout at Cannes 2024. Priyanka Chopra, the internationally acclaimed actor and global icon, recently took to social media to celebrate the remarkable achievements of Indian filmmakers at the Cannes Film Festival 2024. Her heartfelt shoutout resonated with pride and excitement as she acknowledged the groundbreaking contributions of talented individuals to the world of cinema.
Priyanka shared a picture of the All We Imagine As Light team on the Cannes red carpet, applauding their success. She wrote, “It’s a moment for Indian cinema at @festivaldecannes. Biiiig shout and congratulations to you all!” The film’s triumph represents the collective effort of a talented cast and crew, and Priyanka’s words echoed the pride felt by many in the industry.
Celebrating Individual Excellence
Priyanka also extended her congratulations to other exceptional talents:
Anasuya Sengupta
Anasuya’s remarkable performance in The Shameless earned her the Best Actress award at Cannes 2024. Priyanka celebrated her groundbreaking achievement by sharing a clip of Sengupta’s best moments from the film on social media. Anasuya’s win marks a historic moment for Indian actors, as she becomes the first Indian to receive this prestigious accolade.
Chidananda S Naik
Priyanka recognized Chidananda S Naik, a student from the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune. Naik’s short film, Sunflowers Were the First Ones to Know. Received the La Cinéf Award for Best Short at the festival. His talent and dedication exemplify the bright future of Indian cinema, and Priyanka’s acknowledgment adds to the celebration of his achievement.
Indian Women Shining on the Global Stage
Celebrating Indian Filmmakers: Priyanka’s enthusiasm extended beyond individual wins. She expressed her pride in seeing Indian women shine on the global stage and lead the way. Her tweet captured the collective sentiment: “Congratulations to the entire cast & crew of All We Imagine As Light & Payal Kapadia for winning the prestigious Grand Prix at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival. This is such amazing news. Feel so proud to see Indian women shine on the global stage & lead the way” (Preity G Zinta, Twitter).