Global star Priyanka Chopra is extremely happy as she has come on board as an executive producer for the Oscar-shortlisted film ‘Anuja’.
“Anuja” centers on the nine-year-old title character, who works in a back-alley garment factory with her older sister Palak. The narrative follows the young protagonist as she faces a decision that will impact both her future and her family.
On being associated with the film, Priyanka in a statement said, “This beautiful film shines a spotlight on a subject that affects millions of children around the world, who are faced with the impossible decision between a future they cannot yet see and the immediate realities of their present.”
She said, “Anuja is a poignant, thought-provoking piece that makes us reflect deeply on the power of choices and how they shape the course of our lives. I am immensely proud to be associated with such a phenomenal and impactful project.”
The film was produced in collaboration with the Salaam Baalak Trust (SBT), a nonprofit founded by Mira Nair’s family supporting street and working children, alongside Shine Global — known for Academy Award-winning films “War/Dance” (2007) and “Inocente” (2012) — and Krushan Naik Films. Mindy Kaling is one of the producers on the film.
Oscar winner Guneet Monga Kapoor has also boarded “Anuja” as a producer.
This is Monga’s third nomination at the Oscars. Her earlier projects, ‘The Elephant Whisperers’ and ‘Period: End of Sentence’, won Oscars, bringing glory to Indian cinema.
