Chhaya Kadam is making all the headlines and for all the right reasons too. The Laapataa Ladies fame Manju Mai's film 'All We Imagine is Light' Won the Grand Prix Award at Cannes 2024. Published: May 27, 2024 9:59 PM IST By Edited by This year the witnessed a significant Indian representation.
Be it actors, directors, or film producers. Amongst the list, one name and one presence that made our hearts smile was of , aka ‘ ‘ from ‘Laapataa Ladies.’ Kadam arrived at Cannes for Payal Kapadia’s film .
The film and Kadam’s role was highly appreciated. The film even received an eight-minute-long standing ovation at the 77th edition of the International Film Festival. But Manju Mai is not all that we associate with Chhaya.
She has essayed an array of characters with utmost ease in Marathi and Hindi Films. Chhaya Kadam has been in the film industry for almost two decades but how often has she made a space in everyday conversation? With ‘Lapaata Ladies’ and Cannes, she has suddenly got her much-deserved due and it is refreshing and heartwarming to see it. Let us delve a little bit more into the humble life of Chhaya.
ALL ABOUT CHHAYA KADAM, DAUGHTER OF A MILL WORKER Born in a middle-class family of a mill worker, Kadam hails from Kalina, a suburb in Mumbai. A thespian in the making, Kadam was always inclined towards acting. She used to perform in several plays in high school as well.
Kadam went to Sathaye College, Vile Parle where she showcased her versatile personality.
