Ektaa Kapoor on 'Thank You For Coming': "Getting recognised for doing something out of the box is inspiring"

Having made a mark at various international film festivals with her path-breaking content, the renowned filmmaker Ektaa R Kapoor has undoubtedly added several groundbreaking films to her repertoire consistently advocating for female-centric cinema. In keeping with her audacious approach, Ektaa is now gearing up for the premiere of her next content-driven film, 'Thank You For Coming,' at the prestigious Toronto Film Festival. 

'Thank You For Coming' has garnered a prestigious recognition becoming the only Indian Feature Film this year to be honoured with a Gala screening Premiere at TIFF, marking an important moment for Indian cinema. Producer Ektaa R Kapoor believes that recognition from prestigious outfits like TIFF only inspires her to create cinema which is entertaining and inspiring for young India. 

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Talking about the selection of the, she shares, “'Thank You For Coming' is an important film for me because it touches upon a crucial aspect of women’s sensuality in a fun yet realistic way. I have enjoyed backing projects where the female leads are taking control of their lives, and you will see the same happening in this film too. Being selected as the only Indian film at the Gala Premiere at TIFF has been extremely encouraging for the team! I think as a Producer when you get recognised for doing something out of the box time and again, it only inspires me to keep pushing the envelope.” 

Ektaa R Kapoor will join producer-actor Anil Kapoor, the star cast Bhumi Pednekar, Shehnaaz Gill, Dolly Singh, Kusha Kapila, Shibani Bedi and director Karan Boolan for this momentous event. Produced by Balaji Telefilms Limited and Anil Kapoor Film Communication Network Pvt. Ltd, Directed by Karan Boolani and written by Radhika Anand and Prashasti Singh, Thank You For Coming to release in theatres worldwide on 6th October 2023.

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