DH Web Desk
Prerna Singh - Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar
Prerna Singh, the CEO of Bhansali Productions, set a benchmark in the digital world with the web series Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar. Exemplifying the power of women, Prerna took the show to the Miss World 2024 stage, launching its first song, Sakal Ban, under Bhansali Music. Garnering global love and appreciation, the show ranked #1 on IMDb’s Most Popular Indian Web Series of 2024 and made its way onto Google’s Most Searched list of the year.
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Guneet Monga - Anuja
The film addresses child labor in the garment industry. Having previously won Oscars for The Elephant Whisperers and Period: End of Sentence, Guneet continued to shine on the global stage in 2024, solidifying her position as a powerhouse of Indian cinema.
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Kiran Rao - Laapataa Ladies
Kiran returned to the director’s chair with the heartfelt tale Laapataa Ladies, capturing the hearts of audiences. Set in rural India, the film was selected as India’s entry for Best International Feature Film at the 97th Academy Awards and won Best Film (Critics’ Choice) at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne.
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Ektaa R Kapoor - Crew, The Buckingham Murders, and The Sabarmati Report
Ektaa dominated 2024 with a diverse slate of films, including Crew, The Buckingham Murders and The Sabarmati Report. Known as the content czarina, she showcased her fearless approach by backing films from different genres and delivering compelling narratives.
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Zoya Akhtar and Reema Kagti - Made in Heaven: Season 2
After the massive success of Made in Heaven: Season 1, Zoya Akhtar and Reema Kagti returned with its much-anticipated second season. Both women struck the perfect chord with audiences, crafting a series that captivated and resonated deeply with viewers.
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