Priyanka Chopra Jonas has joined the short film Anuja as an executive producer. The film, which won the Live-Action Short Award at the 2024 HollyShorts Film Festival, has made its way to the shortlist for the 2025 Academy Awards in the Live-Action Short Film category. Expressing her pride in being a part of the project, Chopra said that this beautiful film sheds light on an important issue affecting millions of children globally.
Adam J. The short film Anuja, directed by Graves and produced by Suchitra Mattai, tells the story of a 9-year-old girl who works in a small textile factory with her elder sister Palak.
The plot describes the challenges faced by the young protagonist as she grapples with a choice that could change the future of both her and her family.
In a statement to Variety, Priyanka Chopra highlighted the importance of the film and its focus on an important issue affecting millions of children globally. He commented that the story highlights the difficult decisions these children face amid uncertain futures and stressful present circumstances.
Chopra described Anuja as a deeply moving and thought-provoking film that inspires reflection on the transformative power of choices, and expressed pride in being a part of such an impactful project.
The film Anuja was made in partnership with Salaam Balak Trust (SBT), a non-profit organization founded by Mira Nair’s family that supports street and working children, as well as Shine Global, which was involved in its Academy Awards. The winner is famous for the project War/Dance (2007). ) and Innocent (2012), and Krishna Naik Films.
Its producers include Mindy Kaling, with Oscar-winning filmmaker Guneet Monga Kapoor joining as executive producer.
Set in New Delhi, the story narrates the journey of a talented nine-year-old girl who is faced with an important choice: continuing her education or working in a factory with her elder sister. This decision will have a deep impact on his future.
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