Netflix India’s riveting documentary The Hunt for Veerappan secured a win at the 2024 Asian Academy Creative Awards. The Grand Awards ceremony in Singapore brought together the best of Asia-Pacific’s creative industries, celebrating excellence across various categories. First-time docu director Selvamani Selvaraj won the Best Direction (Non-Fiction) honour in the series produced by Apoorva Bakshi and Monisha Thyagarajan, founders of Awedacious Originals, and Kimberley Hassett.
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Mumbai, October 31, 2023 – Netflix India, in collaboration with the Jio MAMI Mumbai Film Festival 2023, recently hosted an engaging panel discussion titled ‘Seminal Storytellers in Streaming 2023.’ This panel brought together five influential filmmakers who have left an indelible mark on the world of streaming with their remarkable creations. The discussion, moderated by RJ Rohini Ramanathan, showcased the perspectives and experiences of these talented individuals. The panel featured the following distinguished filmmakers: Apoorva Bakshi, known for ‘The Hunt for Veerappan.’ Raj & DK, the creative minds behind ‘Guns and Gulaabs.’ Sudip Sharma, the mastermind behind ‘Kohraa.’ Sujoy Ghosh, renowned for ‘Jaane Jaan.’ Vishal Bhardwaj, the visionary behind ‘Khufiya.’ This panel discussion served as a significant addition to the festival’s lineup, reaffirming its commitment to exploring and celebrating the ever-evolving landscape of cinematic narratives, with Netflix as a vital canvas for creative expression. The dialogue delved deep into the intricacies of storytelling in the era of streaming, highlighting the impact and challenges associated with producing content for a global streaming audience. The panelists, drawing from their diverse experiences and unique perspectives, shed light on their individual storytelling ethos, resonating with audiences both in India and around the world. They […]
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