Guneet Monga honoured as 'Shan of Delhi' at IFFD

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Delhi: At the International Film Festival of Delhi, Indian film producer Guneet Monga, where she expressed gratitude for being honoured as the “Shan of Delhi,” calling it a special homecoming as the city shaped her upbringing and education. She highlighted India’s growing global presence in cinema, referencing films like RRR, All That Breathes and The Elephant Whisperers as examples of diverse storytelling gaining international recognition. She also speaks about the challenges of distribution in today’s time, emphasizing the need for stronger and more creative storytelling.

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00:00I think it's very beautiful to be awarded as the Shan of Delhi and to have this beautiful honor.

00:10Because I am from Delhi, I am from Delhi, I am from Delhi.

00:14So it's just beautiful, it's a homecoming.

00:17And they say that the whole world is a joy of winning, but it's a joy of winning at home.

00:25It has a different level of sukoon and a different level of joy.

00:28So I am very, very honored. Thank you.

00:31And I am to come as one of the few Indian producers by Swanti Academy Awards.

00:35What has you feel the Indian cinema's level at the global stage?

00:40What has?

00:41What are you feeling of the Indian cinema's position at the global stage?

00:46You know, I feel it's a collective effort.

00:50If you have seen 23 Oscars, there is RRR,

00:55this grand, beautiful, amazing Raja Mali film.

00:58There is All That Breeds, which is a documentary by Sean Akhsene.

01:03And then there is Elephant Whisperers,

01:05which is a documentary shot by Kartiki that I produced.

01:10And it's all in a different language, in a different format.

01:13So I feel India at large is a huge, beautiful country of beautiful, amazing filmmakers.

01:21And I feel like it's a representation of India.

01:23While there is RRR, there is also Elephant Whisperers.

01:26So we just got started.

01:34I feel like currently one has to be even more creative, you know,

01:40because distribution is a challenge.

01:44And you can only overcome distribution by being even more creative

01:49and even more sure of the storytelling.

01:52So it's a different time today.

01:56You know, that I feel like distribution needs a bit more support for independence.

02:06No, there are no barriers.

02:07If they apply to festivals, there is no such barrier.

02:10As a woman, could you say support?

02:11Is that like the lead?

02:13No.

02:15Your work speaks louder than anything.

02:28So I'm acknowledged for my work.

02:42And I'm happy to be a woman.

02:45Lots of movies, ma'am.

02:47Please follow Sikhyan.

02:48There is a movie coming up with Ayishman and Sarah.

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