Following filmmaker Payal Kapadia’s momentous win of the Grand Prix at the 77th Cannes Film Festival with her film “All We Imagine As Light,” Bollywood luminaries have joined the chorus of congratulations. Priyanka Chopra and Ranveer Singh took to their Instagram Stories to express pride and admiration for the achievement, with Priyanka highlighting the significance for Indian cinema and Ranveer emphasizing the historic moment captured by the award-winning team.
Meanwhile, veteran lyricist Javed Akhtar extended a warm invitation to Payal Kapadia, expressing immense pride in her accomplishment and eagerly inviting her to his Mumbai home for a meal along with his wife, Shabana Azmi. This gesture of hospitality underscores the industry’s solidarity and support for emerging talent, reflecting the close-knit camaraderie within the Indian film fraternity.
As Payal Kapadia basks in the glory of her Cannes triumph, the outpouring of praise from industry stalwarts like Priyanka Chopra, Ranveer Singh, and Javed Akhtar serves as a testament to her creative prowess and the global recognition of Indian cinema’s storytelling excellence.
