The second edition of NIRVANA Indian Culture & Cinema, to be held from 31 May – 2 June 2024, in the stunning seaside town of Saint Tropez, will once again host Indian filmmakers, movie stars, producers, writers, musicians, artists and dancers with screenings, producer’s round table, book launch, food festival, yoga session and much more. The city of St. Tropez will honour Academy Award-nominated Indian filmmaker Ashutosh Gowariker with the ‘Medal of St. Tropez’ for his outstanding contribution to world cinema and screen the film Swades starring Shah Rukh Khan at the second edition of the festival.
Ashutosh Gowariker, an accomplished Indian film director, screenwriter, and producer, and actor has left an indelible mark on the Bollywood landscape with his impactful contributions. Gowariker gained widespread recognition for his directorial debut, Lagaan (2001), which not only garnered critical acclaim but also earned an Academy Award nomination for Best Foreign Language Film. Later, he directed Jodhaa Akbar (2008) Mohenjo Daro (2016), and Panipat (2019), another set of movies that received accolades for its grandeur and storytelling. His achievements extend beyond directing, as he has also acted in some films in his career, including the recent series Kaala Paani, showcasing his multifaceted talents in the Indian film industry.
Full of gratitude and humility, Ashutosh said, “I want to thank Ms. Sylvie Siri, Mayor of Saint-Tropez, for this honour and I look forward to contributing towards strengthening the bond between the cultural and cinema industries of France and India. Screening Swades at NIRVANA will be an absolute pleasure and I am looking forward to interacting with all the cinema enthusiasts in the beautiful city of Saint-Tropez. “
Parched, directed by Leena Yadav, and 2018 (India’s entry at the Oscars 2023) directed by Jude Anthany Joseph, are part of the festival’s official program.
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