Kiran Rao has been appointed to the international jury of the 27th Shanghai International Film Festival (SIFF), one of Asia’s leading and most competitive film festivals. This appointment represents another significant milestone in Rao’s distinguished career as a director, producer, and writer. Her recent film, Laapataa Ladies (Lost Ladies), served as India’s official entry for the Best International Feature Film category at the 96th Academy Awards. Rao will join a prestigious panel of global cinema figures, chaired by Italian director and screenwriter Giuseppe Tornatore, renowned for the Oscar-winning film Cinema Paradiso.
The jury features a diverse group of celebrated film professionals, including Argentine filmmaker Iván Fund, Chinese actor and director Huang Bo, Greek producer Thanassis Karathanos, Chinese director and documentary filmmaker Yang Lina, and acclaimed Chinese actress Yong Mei. Expressing her gratitude and enthusiasm about joining the jury, Rao stated, “It’s an honor to be part of a festival that champions international cinema and storytelling. I look forward to experiencing the wide range of voices and perspectives on screen and engaging with my fellow jurors from around the world.
”The 27th edition of SIFF is scheduled to take place from June 13 to June 22, 2025, in Shanghai, China. The festival serves as a vital platform for cultural exchange and cinematic excellence, highlighting both emerging talents and established auteurs from around the globe.Laapataa Ladies, produced under the banners of Aamir Khan Productions, Jio Studios, and Kindling Pictures, has garnered widespread critical acclaim for its sensitive portrayal and poignant storytelling, blending humor, empathy, and social insight. The film’s success on the international awards circuit further emphasizes Rao’s distinctive voice in contemporary Indian cinema.
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