The 2024 Cannes Film Festival has been a significant event for India. Alongside the special screening of Shyam Benegal’s 'Manthan' nearly five decades after its debut and the attention-grabbing appearances of numerous celebrities and influencers on the red carpet, Indian cinema and its stars received nominations in various categories. Recently, an Indian actor has secured a major victory at Cannes 2024.
ADVERTISEMENT Anasuya Sengupta, originally from Kolkata, received the Un Certain Regard Prize for Best Actress for her role in 'The Shameless.' Directed and written by Bulgarian filmmaker Konstantin Bojanov, the movie follows the story of Renuka, portrayed by Anasuya, who flees from a brothel in Delhi after fatally injuring a police officer. The film also features Omara Shetty as Renuka's love interest.
This historic achievement was for her remarkable performance in ' ', a gripping film that competed in the Un Certain Regard section of the 77th edition of the festival. "This is for the queer community everywhere, and all other marginalized communities all over the world, for bravely fighting a fight they shouldn't have to fight," Anasuya passionately stated upon receiving her award. "More female gaze is the way forward, and the browner the better," she added.
The has been a significant event for India. In addition to Anasuya's groundbreaking win, Shyam Benegal's classic 'Manthan' had a special screening, marking almost 48 years since its original release. The festival also s.
