New Delhi: Filmmaker Payal Kapadia has made India proud by winning the Grand Prix award at the Cannes Film Festival for her film, All We Imagine As Light. This historic achievement has garnered praise from none other than Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who lauded her for her creativity and for inspiring a new generation of storytellers.
PM Modi congratulates Payal Kapadia
PM Modi took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to extend his congratulations. He acknowledged Kapadia’s remarkable accomplishment, noting that she has inspired an entire new generation of filmmakers. Calling it a historic milestone, Modi wrote, “India is proud of Payal Kapadia for her historic feat of winning the Grand Prix at the 77th Cannes Film Festival for her work All We Imagine as Light.”
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India is proud of Payal Kapadia for her historic feat of winning the Grand Prix at the 77th Cannes Film Festival for her work ‘All We Imagine as Light’. An alumnus of FTII, her remarkable talent continues to shine on the global stage, giving a glimpse of the rich creativity in… pic.twitter.com/aMJbsbmNoE
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 26, 2024
He added, “An alumnus of FTII, her remarkable talent continues to shine on the global stage, giving a glimpse of the rich creativity in India. This prestigious accolade not only honours her exceptional skills but also inspires a new generation of Indian filmmakers.”
Payal Kapadia’s All We Imagine As Light
Payal’s All We Imagine As Light claimed the Grand Prix at the 77th Cannes Film Festival, marking a significant moment in Indian cinema. She is the first Indian filmmaker to win this coveted award. The Grand Prix is the second-most prestigious prize at Cannes, following the Palme d’Or. Her film is also notable for being the first Indian film in 30 years and the first ever by an Indian female director to be showcased in the main competition at Cannes.
At the awards ceremony, held on the final day of the festival, Payal was joined by the film’s cast members Kani Kusruti, Divya Prabha, and Chhaya Kadam. They received the Grand Prix from American actor Viola Davis. The competition was fierce, with entries from renowned directors such as Francis Ford Coppola, Paolo Sorrentino, Paul Schrader, and Yorgos Lanthimos.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi penned a heartfelt congratulatory message for Cannes 2024 winner Payal Kapadia. The filmmaker won the Grand Prix award at the 77th Cannes Film Festival for her film, All We Imagine As Light. Celebrity Entertainment News: Latest Bollywood, Hollywood News, South Cinema, Celebrity Gossip Today, Latest Movie News
