The British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) has announced the list of jury members for its debut BAFTA Breakthrough India initiative – supported by Netflix. The jury was selected by a group of distinguished professionals from across the film, games, and television industries. BAFTA invited candidates from across the country to apply for their flagship talent initiative.
This year's jury include:
A R Rahman - Jury Chair (Music Composer), Anupam Kher (Actor), Charu Desodt (Former BAFTA Breakthrough & Games Producer), Krishnendu Majumdar (BAFTA Chair and TV Producer), Mira Nair (Director/Writer/Producer), Monika Shergill (VP, Content, Netflix India),
Shonali Bose (Director/Writer/Producer), Siddharth Roy Kapur (Founder & Producer at Roy Kapur Films).
BAFTA Breakthrough India Ambassador and Jury Chair, AR Rahman said, “BAFTA is a platform where artists from around the world, including the best from India, are represented and celebrated, and it’s my honour to be a part of its Breakthrough India jury. There are many creatives in India who are looking to bring their art to the world, to showcase India’s vibrant and diverse culture, but unfortunately, they face traps both mental and external.”
He added, “The opportunity to discuss these blocks, to engage on issues of creativity, to make the right connections, to network and grow, would greatly benefit the plethora of talent we have in our country. Through Breakthrough, we offer artists our knowledge and connectivity, as well as opportunities that’ll hopefully nurture their craft and help them leave their mark on the world. India is home to incredible artists and I’m proud of us. It’s time we make our names known, it’s time we all shine.”
