May 30th 2024.
Mumbai: The highly-anticipated film Mrs, starring the talented Sanya Malhotra, has been selected to close the 24th edition of the prestigious New York Indian Film Festival. The film, which will be screened on June 2, has already garnered a lot of buzz and excitement among film enthusiasts.
Mrs tells the compelling story of a woman's courage and determination. Along with Sanya Malhotra, the film also features Nishant Dahiya and Kanwaljit Singh in pivotal roles. It is a Hindi remake of the critically acclaimed Malayalam film 'The Great Indian Kitchen', which starred Nimisha Sajayan.
When asked about her reaction to the news, Sanya expressed her pride and gratitude, saying, "I am truly honored that Mrs has been chosen as the closing film for NYIFF. Playing Richa, a character torn between tradition and ambition, was both a privilege and a responsibility. I hope our efforts to bring this story to life resonates with the audience and inspires them in some way."
In addition to Mrs, another film titled Sumo Didi will also be screened at the film festival on June 2. The film, set in Kolkata, Mumbai, and Japan, follows the journey of a middle-class girl from a conservative Marwari family who defies all odds to break the glass ceiling.
Director Jayant Rohatgi shared his excitement about being a part of NYIFF, saying, "After receiving a heartwarming response in Tokyo and Palm Springs, I am thrilled to be a part of another prestigious film festival at NYIFF. It's an honor to be among such powerful films and filmmakers who are celebrating the best of Indian cinema. Hetal's journey is truly remarkable, and I hope our film resonates with and inspires the audience in New York as well."
He added, "Her determination to break through gender stereotypes, social prejudices, and her own inner struggles to achieve her seemingly impossible dream, deeply moved me. I believe our film has the power to inspire and empower others as well."
Produced by Jio Studios in association with Fresh Lime Films and MA + TH, Sumo Didi is presented by Jyoti Deshpande, Akash Chawla, Amit Chandrra, and Arunava Sengupta.
Meanwhile, Mrs has also received multiple nominations at NYIFF, with Sanya being nominated for Best Actress and Arati Kadav for Best Director. Produced by Jio Studios and Baweja Studios, Mrs is a highly-anticipated film that is sure to captivate and inspire audiences with its powerful story and talented cast.
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