Nisha Pahuja, the director of the Oscar-nominated documentary ‘To Kill A Tiger,’ joined fellow nominees at the annual Academy Award luncheon on Monday. The luncheon, known for its warm and egalitarian atmosphere, provided an opportunity for lesser-known first-time nominees to interact with established stars like Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone.
Dressed elegantly in a jumpsuit, Nisha actively promoted her documentary and mingled with her favorite stars. Sharing moments from the event on her Instagram, she posted pictures, including one with ‘Barbie’ actress and producer Margot Robbie, expressing her excitement about the Oscar Nominees Luncheon. In her caption, she reminisced about the day and highlighted the behind-the-scenes moments with fellow filmmakers David Oppenheim and Anita Lee.
The documentary follows the courageous journey of Indian farmer Ranjit, fighting for justice for his 13-year-old daughter, a victim of a brutal gang rape. Nisha, in various interviews while campaigning for her film, reflected on the global response and the connection she felt with the subjects of her documentary, Kiran, Ranjit, and Jaganti.
In an interview with TIFF, Nisha described the extraordinary experience of making the film and the challenges of bringing it to the world. She emphasized the collaborative efforts of a grassroots team of women, working tirelessly across borders to disrupt traditional norms and bring their film to a global audience.
The luncheon in Beverly Hills featured a class photo of all the nominees, capturing the essence of the Oscars experience and their silent campaigns for votes. Nominees gathered for group pictures in the ballroom, creating a memorable moment.
‘To Kill A Tiger’ will vie for the Best Documentary award at the 96th Academy Awards against contenders like ‘Bobi Wine: The People’s President,’ ‘The Eternal Memory,’ ‘Four Daughters,’ and ’20 Days in Mariupol.’ The awards ceremony is scheduled for March 11, 2024, hosted by Jimmy Kimmel.
