Priyanka Chopra Jonas has signed on as an executive producer for the short film titled “Anuja”. This movie previously won the award for Best Live Action Short at the 2024 HollyShorts Film Festival and is now among the nominees for the 2025 Academy Awards in the category of Best Live Action Short Film.
Under the guidance of director Adam J. Graves and producer Suchitra Mattai, the film “Anuja” revolves around its 9-year-old namesake character. Alongside her elder sister Palak, Anuja toils in a hidden garment factory. The story unfolds as Anuja grapples with a life-changing decision that holds significant consequences not only for her personal growth but also for her family’s wellbeing.
This stunning movie highlights an important issue impacting millions of children globally, who must make heart-wrenching decisions between an uncertain future and the harsh realities of their current situation,” Chopra Jonas expressed in a statement. “The film ‘Anuja’ is a moving, thoughtful story that encourages us to ponder the consequences of choices and how they impact our lives. I am incredibly honored to be part of such an extraordinary and influential production.
The movie was made in partnership with Salaam Baalak Trust (SBT), a charitable organization founded by Mira Nair’s family that helps street and working children, alongside Shine Global, known for Oscar-winning films like “War/Dance” (2007) and “Inocente” (2012), as well as Krushan Naik Films. Mindy Kaling serves as one of the producers, while Guneet Monga Kapoor, an Academy Award winner, has joined “Anuja” as executive producer.
Actress Sajda Pathan lends an air of reality to her character, as she bases it on her own life story – growing up homeless in historic Delhi alongside her sibling, until they were aided by the Salaam Baalak Trust.
Mattai expressed: “We value Priyanka’s belief in ‘Anuja’s tale greatly, and we are overjoyed that she is now part of our group.
Graves stated that she contributes significantly more than just her exceptional skills; she is also a strong supporter of child and girl’s rights worldwide. He mentioned that her participation will greatly boost ‘Anuja’s’ influence on a global scale.
The movie first appeared at the DeadCenter Film Festival, followed by an Academy Award-winning performance at HollyShorts. Priyanka Chopra Jonas has since become involved in this project, having previously held executive producer positions on the Oscar-nominated documentary “To Kill a Tiger” and Netflix’s “The White Tiger.
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2025-01-08 16:46