Anurag Kashyap, the visionary filmmaker renowned for his gritty and realistic cinematic approach, has etched his name once again in the annals of the 76th Cannes Film Festival’s illustrious history. With his latest offering, ‘Kennedy’, starring Sunny Leone, Anurag has secured yet another invitation to the coveted festival.
Over the years, Anurag has crafted several cinematic gems that have earned him a revered position in the Indian film industry. With movies like ‘Gangs of Wasseypur’, ‘Ugly’, ‘Gulaal’, and ‘No Smoking’, he has carved a niche for himself and set new benchmarks for his peers to follow.
Time and again, Anurag’s cinematic brilliance has been recognized and applauded on the global stage, especially at the Cannes Film Festival. With his latest endeavour, he has yet again made the country and the Bollywood fraternity proud by securing a spot amongst the best filmmakers.
The festival’s Twitter handle made the announcement, take a look
KENNEDY by Anurag KASHYAP
— Festival de Cannes (@Festival_Cannes) April 13, 2023
#SéanceDeMinuit / #MidnightScreenings #Cannes2023
Anurag Kashyap’s previous movie screening at The Cannes Film Festivals
For the unversed, Anurag Kashyap has had a profound impact on the global cinematic landscape, with several of his films making waves at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival. In 2012, his masterpiece ‘Gangs of Wasseypur’ made it to the coveted Cannes Directors’ Fortnight, an independent selection of the festival that highlights the work of emerging directors. The following year, Anurag’s directorial contribution to the anthology film ‘Bombay Talkies’ was showcased under the Special Screenings category, further cementing his status as a formidable force in the world of cinema.
Anurag’s film ‘Ugly’ was also a hit at Cannes, with its screening at the 2013 Directors’ Fortnight section earning him a well-deserved standing ovation. Not one to rest on his laurels, he continued to push creative boundaries with ‘Raman Raghav 2.0′, which premiered at the Directors’ Fortnight section again of the 2016 Cannes Film Festival, further solidifying his reputation as a master storyteller.
About The Cannes Film Festival
The 76th annual Cannes Film Festival is on the horizon, beckoning cinephiles from around the world to come together and revel in the magic of the big screen. This esteemed festival, widely regarded as one of the most prestigious film festivals on the planet, is slated to run from May 16th to May 27th, 2023.
Cannes is one of the jewels in the crown of the Big Three European film festivals, standing tall alongside the likes of the Venice Film Festival and the Berlinale. It is a veritable feast for film aficionados, with an impressive array of cinematic offerings on display, ranging from indie flicks to blockbuster hits. The festival is a true celebration of the art of filmmaking, and attendees can expect to be wowed by the sheer creativity and technical prowess of the world’s top filmmakers.
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