Priyanka Banerjee, the director behind the acclaimed short film Devi starring Kajol, has announced her future step into Hollywood with her upcoming film “Alta.” The film is part of the anthology titled “In Bloom,” showcasing Banerjee’s transition to the international film scene.
“Alta” marks Priyanka Banerjee’s Hollywood directorial debut, following the success of her critically acclaimed work in the Indian film industry. The announcement has generated excitement among fans and industry insiders, eager to see Banerjee’s storytelling prowess on a global platform.
Paramount and MTV selected five international female directors to create an anthology of five compelling short films that explore gender difficulties in various cultural contexts. The other four films are in local languages and are directed by Nigerian, Kenyan, Brazilian, and American filmmakers. “In Bloom,” the anthology project, promises to showcase diverse and compelling narratives from emerging and established filmmakers around the world. Priyanka Banerjee’s inclusion in the anthology highlights her rising profile as a director with a unique vision and storytelling style as well as projecting the Indian cinema’s prowess to the world.
Talking to the media, Priyanka Banerjee revealed, “In Bloom has been a project full of firsts for me- my first time working with a totally international crew, telling a story in Bengali, and having the creative freedom to deal with a sensitive subject with a spirit of experimentation. It has been a very fulfilling experience to work with four talented filmmakers from across the world. It is of course, a matter of great pride to be releasing this on Paramount+ for such a wide international audience. I am excited to know what the Indian audience thinks of the films once they are released here, Alta in particular, which is a departure in many ways from my usual style of filmmaking. It is always a joy to write and direct short films, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to do it on this scale while also exploring various relevant themes of gender equity in India.”
Definitely, Banerjee’s Hollywood debut is poised to make waves and further solidify her position as a director to watch in the global film industry.
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