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Guneet Monga Kapoor Launches Women in Film India at Cannes

The initiative introduces a Producers Fellowship and accreditation grant to empower Indian women in cinema through mentorship, access, and global collaboration.

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Overview

  • Women in Film India (WIF India) was officially launched by Guneet Monga Kapoor at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, marking a new effort to advance gender equity in Indian cinema.
  • The inaugural Producers Fellowship was awarded to Tillotama Shome, Rucha Pathak, and Dimpy Agarwal, providing access to the Cannes Producers Network and mentorship opportunities.
  • A special accreditation grant was given to Marathi-language producer Shefali Bhushan, highlighting WIF India's commitment to regional representation within the Indian film industry.
  • Backed by Women In Film Los Angeles (WIF LA) and Women in Film and Television International (WIFTI), WIF India joins a global network of over 50 chapters advocating for gender balance in entertainment.
  • Fellowship recipients are tasked with sharing their knowledge with the broader WIF India community, creating a multiplier effect to expand the initiative's long-term impact.