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Guneet Monga Joins Hands With Karthik Subbaraj for a New Tamil Feature

Guneet Monga Joins Hands With Karthik Subbaraj for a New Tamil Feature

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Sikhya Entertainment, the production company led by Guneet Monga and Achin Jain, has partnered with celebrated Tamil filmmaker Karthik Subbaraj for the first time. The yet-untitled film officially began production in Madurai with a traditional pooja ceremony earlier today. A creative partnership begins The project marks Karthik’s tenth film as a director. His previous release, Retro, featured Suriya, Pooja Hegde and Joju George in leading roles. Known for his distinctive storytelling that blends strong character writing with mass appeal, Karthik has built a reputation as one of the most original voices in contemporary Tamil cinema. For Sikhya Entertainment, this partnership represents a major step into Tamil-language filmmaking. The banner is widely respected for producing films such as The Lunchbox, Pagglait, Masaan and Kathal, the last of which recently won the National Film Award for Best Hindi Film. Sikhya is also behind The Elephant Whisperers, which became India’s first Academy Award-winning documentary short film. A meeting of vision and craft Director Karthik Subbaraj expressed equal enthusiasm about the collaboration. He shared, “I have long admired the …

‘Nahi jeete toh lagta hai sab exhaustion hai’: Guneet Monga reacts to Anuja’s loss at Oscars 2025 | Bollywood

‘Nahi jeete toh lagta hai sab exhaustion hai’: Guneet Monga reacts to Anuja’s loss at Oscars 2025 | Bollywood

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Producer Guneet Monga expressed gratitude for the recognition Anuja received at the Oscars despite not winning. Guneet Monga reacts to Anuja’s Oscar loss. (Also Read: Guneet Monga writes about getting married at 39, what her relatives would say: ‘Beta shadi nahi ki’) Priyanka Chopra and Guneet Monga-backed Anuja, a short film set in New Delhi, was nominated in the Live Action Short Category at the Oscars 2025 but lost the prestigious award to the Dutch-language film ‘I’m Not a Robot. ‘ However, Guneet shared that getting nominated is also a “big thing”. Directed by Adam J. Graves, Anuja had secured a nomination for Best Live Action Short Film at the 97th Academy Awards, putting it in the race against other notable contenders such as Alien, I’m Not a Robot, The Last Ranger, and A Man Who Would Not Remain Silent. Guneet Monga reacts to Oscar loss In a conversation with ANI, she said, “…It is a beautiful film by Adam J. Grave and Suchitra Mattai…Adam is the director, and Suchitra is the producer. I joined …

Madhuri Dixit and Guneet Monga discuss women`s journey in cinema

Madhuri Dixit and Guneet Monga discuss women`s journey in cinema

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As part of IIFA`s Silver Jubilee celebrations, a special event was held on the eve of International Women`s Day in Jaipur.  Titled `The Journey of Women in Cinema`, the event featured a thought-provoking conversation with Bollywood icon Madhuri Dixit and Oscar-winning producer Guneet Monga. The discussion was hosted by IIFA Vice-President Noreen Khan.  During the conversation, Madhuri Dixit shared her thoughts on her personal and professional journey.  She said, “I have lived my life well after marriage. My partner is very supportive, and living with family is like a dream. I have also had the opportunity to play some incredible roles in my career.” Speaking about her choices in films, she reflected on `Mrityudand`, an art film that remains a landmark in her career.  “When I chose to do `Mrityudand`, people discouraged me, saying it wasn`t the right move for my career. But I went ahead with it, and the film turned out to be a significant milestone.” On the growing influence of social media, she added, “Today, actors are not just movie stars but also …

Oscars 2025: Guneet Monga Promises Comeback, Says ‘We Will Return Again’ After Anuja’s Loss

Oscars 2025: Guneet Monga Promises Comeback, Says ‘We Will Return Again’ After Anuja’s Loss

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Last Updated:March 03, 2025, 22:00 IST Though Anuja lost the Best Live Action Short Film award at the 97th Academy Awards to I’m Not a Robot, producer Guneet Monga remains hopeful, vowing that “we will return again.” Oscars 2025: Anuja lost to I’m Not a Robot, but producer Guneet Monga remains hopeful, saying, “We will return again.” The entire country celebrated when Anuja, an American Hindi-language short film, earned a nomination for Best Live Action Short Film at the 97th Academy Awards. Though it ultimately lost to the Dutch film I’m Not a Robot, producer Guneet Monga remains optimistic, promising that this is just the beginning of their Oscar journey. A few hours ago, Bollywood producer Guneet Monga took to Instagram to share stunning snapshots from the prestigious event, where she proudly represented Anuja. In a heartfelt caption, she wrote, “We attended the event with our short film Anuja, but this is just the beginning. As long as we continue to dream and create, we will return again soon!” Expressing her deep connection to the …

Oscars 2025: Anuja producer Guneet Monga says ‘we will return again’ as film loses prestigious award to I’m Not A Robot

Oscars 2025: Anuja producer Guneet Monga says ‘we will return again’ as film loses prestigious award to I’m Not A Robot

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Not just the team, the entire country rejoiced when American Hindi-language short film, Anuja was nominated for the Best Live Action Short Film award at the 97th Academy Awards. But sadly, the movie didn’t bring home the prestigious award and lost it to the Dutch film I’m Not a Robot. But producer Guneet Monga is hopeful that ‘we will return again’ and bring home the coveted accolade soon. A couple of hours ago, Bollywood producer Guneet Monga took to her Instagram account and dropped several images of herself, all decked-up to celebrate independent cinema at the 97th Academy Awards. In the caption, she mentioned, “We attended the event with our short film Anuja, but this is just the beginning. As long as we continue to dream and create, we will return again soon!” Monga further expressed her love and admiration for the American Hindi-language short film, Anuja and stated that it’s a “22-minute love letter to girls who refuse to be defined by their circumstances, and it aligns perfectly with the vision and mission of …

Guneet Monga expresses hope after Anuja misses out on Oscar to I’m Not A Robot: ‘We will return soon’ | Bollywood

Guneet Monga expresses hope after Anuja misses out on Oscar to I’m Not A Robot: ‘We will return soon’ | Bollywood

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Hours after the short film Anuja lost out on the Best Live Action Short Oscar, producer Guneet Monga on Monday said she joined the project not only to support the filmmakers but also to amplify the voices of children. (Also Read: Priyanka Chopra, Guneet Monga-backed Anuja falls at final hurdle, loses Best Live Action Short Oscar to I’m Not A Robot) A still from the Oscar-nominated film Anuja. The New Delhi-set coming-of-age film, directed by Adam J Graves, was bested by the Dutch-language short I’m Not A Robot at the ceremony held in Los Angeles on Sunday. Anuja, starring Sajda Pathan and Ananya Shanbhag, follows a gifted nine-year-old girl named Anuja who must choose between education and factory work alongside her sister—a decision that will shape both their futures. It is streaming on Netflix. Guneet Monga on Anuja losing to I’m Not A Robot Two-time Oscar winner Guneet, who boarded Anuja as executive producer last year, said celebrating independent cinema at the 97th Academy Awards in an Instagram post is a testament to the idea …

Vinta Nanda calls out ‘flawed’ Oscars system: Technically, Priyanka Chopra and Guneet Monga aren’t Anuja prouducers | Bollywood

Vinta Nanda calls out ‘flawed’ Oscars system: Technically, Priyanka Chopra and Guneet Monga aren’t Anuja prouducers | Bollywood

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Adam J Graves and Suchitra Mattai’s Delhi-set short film Anuja is the only Indian representation at Oscars 2025. Producers Guneet Monga, Priyanka Chopra, and Mindy Kaling expressed their gratitude after the film was nominated in the Best Live Action Short category. (Also Read: Priyanka Chopra shares glimpses of early morning temple visit in Hyderabad, fuels rumours about signing Rajamouli’s next) Vinta Nanda says Priyanka Chopra and Guneet Monga are hijacking spotlight for Anuja at Oscars 2025. Vinta Nanda calls out ‘flawed’ Oscars system Veteran TV producer, writer, and director Vinta Nanda, however, questioned the three producers hijacking all the spotlight. On Friday, she took to her Instagram handle and shared a cryptic post, stating, “Systems are so flawed now. Curators walk away with the Oscar nominations and awards as producers and the struggle of the artists and their producers is completely eclipsed. What kind of a world are we living in?” Actor-director Ananth Mahadevan also commented on her post, “It’s all about connections/ networking, the works… your own work is invisible and of no interest …

Priyanka Chopra, Guneet Monga Kapoor react to Anuja’s Oscars 2025 nomination: ‘An incredible…’

Priyanka Chopra, Guneet Monga Kapoor react to Anuja’s Oscars 2025 nomination: ‘An incredible…’

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The much anticipated short movie Anuja, which has been directed by Adam J Graves, is making news for snagging a well-deserved nomination for Best Live Action Short at Oscars 2025 ceremony. Following in the footsteps of the Oscar-winning documentary short The Elephant Whisperers, Anuja too brings to the global viewers a powerful story from India. The Academy Awards nomination remains special as it is the first for both director Adam J Graves and producer Suchitra Mattai. For the unversed, the team behind Anuja is absolutely impressive! Anuja has the support of producers including Suchitra Mattai, Mindy Kaling, Guneet Monga Kapoor, Krushan Naik, Aaron Kopp, Devananda Graves, Michael Graves, Ksheetij Saini, and Alexandra Blaney. Additionally, Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Anita Bhatia have joined the project as executive producers; Archana Jain, Susan MacLaury, and Albie Hecht as Co-executive producers. Director Adam J Graves has referred to the nomination as an “extraordinary honor” and feel the recognition is a strong reminder of “compassion and courage can have in inspiring change”. “This is an extraordinary honor. Anuja began as …

Priyanka Chopra, Guneet Monga ‘honoured’ by Anuja’s Oscar 2025 nomination: ‘A privilege to share this story’ | Bollywood

Priyanka Chopra, Guneet Monga ‘honoured’ by Anuja’s Oscar 2025 nomination: ‘A privilege to share this story’ | Bollywood

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The short film Anuja, directed by Adam J Graves, was nominated for Best Live Action Short at the 97th Academy Awards. Heavyweights like Priyanka Chopra, Guneet Monga Kapoor, and Mindy Kaling have backed the poignant tale. (Also Read: Oscars 2025 full list of nominations: Anuja bags historic nod for India, The Brutalist and Emilia Perez dominate) A still from the Oscar-nominated film Anuja. Priyanka Chopra, Guneet Monga react to the nomination Priyanka called Anuja being nominated for the Oscars an ‘incredible moment’, saying, “Anuja being nominated for an Oscar in the Best Live Action Short Film category is such an incredible moment. This film is a beautiful reminder of the power of storytelling—how it can shine a light on love, family, and resilience in the most authentic way.” She shared that she was ‘proud’ of the director and ‘moved’ by Sajda Pathan and Ananya Shanbhag’s performances, adding, “It’s an honor for me to be part of this journey alongside our amazing partners—Suchitra Mattai Studio, Mindy Kaling, Guneet Monga Kapoor, and Shine Global.” Guneet spoke about …

Where can you watch Guneet Monga and Priyanka Chopra’s Oscars 2025 nominated Short Film?

Where can you watch Guneet Monga and Priyanka Chopra’s Oscars 2025 nominated Short Film?

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Guneet Monga-produced short film Anuja has been nominated by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS). After The Elephant Whisperers, now short film Anuja will be streaming on Netflix as well, Well, The Elephant Whisperers won the Oscar for Best Documentary Short Film in 2023. The Adam J Graves film managed to win million of hearts with their storyline and plot. As Oscar 2025 Nominations were announced, Priyanka Chopra, Guneet Monga’s Anuja was shortlisted by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) and fans beamed with joy. Also Read – Oscars 2025: Guneet Monga’s Anuja to Emilia Perez; Read full list of nominees here Anuja, the Oscar-nominated short film will premiere on Netflix and it will be released soon as they want Oscar voters to see it. According to the latest announcement on the OTT platform, Anuja will stream soon. The OTT platform will soon be premiering on Netflix by sharing a clip from the movie. As per reports, ANuja was made after a lot of research and the short is …