Payal Kapadia made history by becoming the first Indian filmmaker to win the Grand Prix award at the Cannes Film Festival for her film "All We Imagine as Light." Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi both congratulated her on this remarkable achievement.
PM Modi expressed pride in Kapadia's accomplishment, highlighting her exceptional talent and the rich creativity in India. He praised her for bringing recognition to Indian filmmaking on the global stage and inspiring a new generation of filmmakers.
Rahul Gandhi also extended his best wishes to Kapadia and the entire team of "All We Imagine as Light." He celebrated their success at Cannes, acknowledging the historic significance of their achievement. Gandhi also recognized Anasuya Sengupta for winning the Best Actress award for her performance in "The Shameless," emphasizing the impact of these women on the Indian film industry.
Kapadia's film, screened during the festival, marked a significant milestone as the first Indian film in 30 years and the first ever by an Indian female director to compete in the main category at Cannes. American actor Viola Davis presented Kapadia with the Grand Prix, and in her acceptance speech, Kapadia thanked the festival for the opportunity and highlighted the importance of female friendship portrayed in her film. She expressed hope for more Indian films to be featured at Cannes in the future.
