Guwahati, Dec 30: Filmmaker Rima Das has received the Excellence in Directing award from New York Women in Film and Television (NYWIFT) for her film Village Rockstars 2, adding another international honour to her work.
The award was announced on December 29, with Das recognised among 11 filmmakers from across the world for their contribution to cinema. NYWIFT is one of the leading non-profit organisations in the US entertainment industry, dedicated to supporting and promoting women in film, television and digital media.
Describing the recognition as “deeply meaningful”, Das said it reaffirmed her belief that stories rooted in lived Indian realities can resonate with global audiences. She said the award was not only a personal milestone but also an encouragement to continue working towards a more inclusive global cinema.
Village Rockstars 2, a sequel to her critically acclaimed Village Rockstars, premiered at the Busan International Film Festival in 2024, where it won the Kim Jiseok Award for Best Film.
Other filmmakers honoured by NYWIFT this year included Suzannah Herbert, Cherien Dabis, Shonali Bose, Rachel Immaraj, Elena Neuman, Kerstin Karlhuber, Lisa Cunningham, Jackie Quinones, Sara Khaki, Mohammadreza Eyni and Rachel Israel.
