Supriya Pathak Kapur Steps into Directing with 'Our Story'

Introduction to Supriya Pathak Kapur

Renowned for her exceptional talent, Supriya Pathak Kapur is a celebrated figure in Indian cinema. The accomplished actress is now embarking on a new journey as a director. Recently, she made a significant announcement regarding her directorial debut, titled 'Our Story', at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival. This project marks an Indo-Australian collaboration, with Anupam Sharma, an Australian-Indian filmmaker, serving as the lead producer.

Details About 'Our Story'

Supriya Pathak Kapur’s First Project As A Director

As reported by Variety, 'Our Story' is set to be a loosely biographical feature co-written by her daughter, Sanah Kapur. The film is being produced under the banners of Rabasusah and the Australian production company Films And Casting Temple. This project is particularly special as it involves family members; her son, Ruhaan Kapur, is contributing as an associate director and creative producer. The narrative will explore the lives of three women from the Pathak Kapur family across different generations, including Supriya herself, her late mother Dina Pathak, and her daughter Sanah Kapur, all of whom share screenplay credits.

Supriya Pathak's Vision for 'Our Story'

Supriya Pathak On Our Story

In her reflections on 'Our Story', Supriya Pathak Kapur expressed that the film holds deep personal significance for her. It aims to capture themes of memory, family, womanhood, and the emotional legacies that shape their identities. She regards this project as very close to her heart.

The theatrical distribution rights for 'Our Story' have been secured by Forum Films for Australia, New Zealand, and Canada. The film is scheduled to make its market debut at the Toronto International Film Festival in September.

A Glimpse into Supriya Pathak's Career

About Supriya Pathak

With over four decades in the film industry, Supriya Pathak has appeared in numerous notable films, including 'Kalyug', 'Bazaar', 'Khichdi', 'Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela', 'Satya Prem Ki Katha', 'Mausam', and 'Jai Mummy Di'. Notably, she was part of the Indo-Australian film 'UnIndian' (2015), which starred Brett Lee and Tannishtha Chatterjee and was directed by Anupam Sharma, receiving acclaim from both critics and audiences. Her daughter, Sanah Kapur, has also made her mark in films such as 'Shaandaar', 'Ramprasad Ki Tehrvi', and 'Saroj Ka Rishta'. Stay tuned for further updates!