For years, some of the most consequential conversations between India and Hollywood haven’t unfolded on stage, but backstage. As a member of the International Emmy Awards Board and the first Indian on the board of New York’s Fashion Institute of Technology, Kavita Gupta has quietly built a reputation as one of the entertainment industry’s most influential connectors. Whether championing Vir Das before International Emmy decision-makers, introducing emerging Indian actors to global creators, or bringing together filmmakers, and investors, Kavita has spent years creating opportunities that often begin with a single conversation. Excerpts from a chat with her: Kavita Gupta You often work behind the scenes rather than in front of the spotlight. Can you share a moment where a single introduction or conversation unexpectedly led to a major collaboration or breakthrough? One of the things I am most proud of is being a bridge between industries, cultures and creative communities. There have been many such moments over the years, and they’ve often led to collaborations that created value far beyond what anyone initially imagined. A …