Director Payal Kapadia, who won the Grand Prix at Cannes for All We Imagine As Light, was featured on the Time100 Next 2024 list. Ayushmann Khurrana wrote a note for her, praising her for her universal storytelling.

Payal Kapadia, the director of the Cannes Grand Prix-winning film All We Imagine As Light, made it to the TIME100 Next 2024 list, which honours influential figures from various fields. Her film made history as the first Indian entry into competition at the Cannes Film Festival in 30 years.

Back in May, Kapadia’s film charted history by becoming the first Indian movie to be selected in competition in 30 years at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival. For TIME magazine, actor-singer Ayushmann Khurrana penned a note for the filmmaker, praising her talent and ability to translate the human experience for the big screen.

Payal Kapadia, director of the Cannes Grand Prix award winner All We Imagine As Light, is part of the TIME100 Next 2024 list, created by the US-based publication to recognise most influential personalities from different walks of life.

Bridgerton star Nicola Coughlan, Espresso singer Sabrina Carpenter and Emily in Paris actress Ashley Park are also featured on the list

Payal’s inclusion on the list was celebrated for her immense contribution to cinema, particularly for her award-winning film All We Imagine As Light, which earned the Grand Prix award at the Cannes Film Festival.

Payal Kapadia, the acclaimed director of the Cannes-winner All We Imagine As Light, has been named in the prestigious TIME100 Next 2024 list. This recognition by the US-based publication highlights influential personalities from various fields.