26 May,2024
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Payal Kapadia made history by becoming the first Indian filmmaker to win the Grand Prix award at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival for her film "All We Imagine as Light."
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Payal Kapadia was born in Mumbai in 1986 to painter and video artist Nalini Malani, India, and as of 2024, she is in her early thirties.
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She is an alumnus of FTII, one of India's premier film schools, where she honed her filmmaking skills.
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She won the Grand Prix at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival for her film All We Imagine as Light.
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She has also won the Golden Eye award for best documentary film at the 2021 Cannes Film Festival for her film A Night of Knowing Nothing.
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She is known for her unique and innovative storytelling techniques, often exploring complex themes and emotions.
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Kapadia's work has been recognized on international platforms, showcasing the rich creativity and storytelling capabilities of Indian filmmakers.
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PM Modi celebrated Payal Kapadia's historic win and praised her talent, noted her achievement as an inspiration for future Indian filmmakers.
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