Pooja Batra says 'golden hour in Cannes feels like a standing ovation'
Mumbai, May 19
Actress-producer Pooja Batra, whose short film 'Echoes Of Us' screened at Cannes, soaked in the magic of the French Riviera as she shared a glamorous moment from the prestigious film festival.
Sharing a few pictures of herself from the balcony of the iconic Art Deco hotel Martinez, the actress flaunted her beautiful sun-kissed glow from the golden hour.
Reflecting on the beauty of the evening, the actress said in the caption: "Golden hour in Cannes feels like a standing ovation."
Talking about 'Echoes of Us', the film explores themes of love, loss, and human connection, and stars Deepak Tijori and Spanish actress Alessandra Whelan Merediz. The film is written and directed by Joe Rajan, and promises a poignant narrative that resonates across cultures and borders.
The film is produced by Glowbellinc, the Los Angeles-based production house helmed by actress and entrepreneur Pooja Batra.
She had previously shared some pictures of herself along with Iulia Vantur and Deepak Tijori from the French Riviera and wrote: "Thank you @FestivalTheCannes & @MarcheDuFilm for the amazing experience and So proud to be screening my short #echoesofus in #cannes with my amazing #team Director Magic @joerajan27 Stunners @vanturiulia & @deepaktijoriteam Dripped in @nidhi_casadimoda always. Thank you @vinayshervegar @swapnilchobe for everything."
The 49-year-old actress-producer gained prominence in 1993 when she was crowned Miss India International. She entered Bollywood in 1997 with her debut film 'Virasat', starring Anil Kapoor, and later appeared in 'Bhai' with Suniel Shetty.
Pooja, who is is related to Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, a martyr decorated with India's highest military honour, the Param Vir Chakra, made a name for herself in Bollywood with films such as 'Haseena Maan Jayegi', 'Dil Ne Phir Yaad Kiya', 'Kahin Pyaar Na Ho Jaaye', 'Nayak: The Real Hero', and 'Taj Mahal: An Eternal Love Story', which was showcased at the Cannes Film Festival in 2004, among others.
She was last seen on screen in 2021 in 'Squad', an action thriller directed by Nilesh Sahay.
— IANS
Reader Comments
While it's great to see an Indian representation at Cannes, I wonder if our industry focuses too much on glamour over substance. The film sounds interesting though - love and loss are universal themes. Let's see if it gets a proper release in India.
Yaar, that caption "Golden hour in Cannes feels like a standing ovation" is pure poetry! Love the confidence. Also, didn't know she's related to Arun Khetarpal - that's some serious family legacy. Jai Hind! 🎬🌟
Miss India International, Bollywood star, now producer at Cannes - what a journey! But honestly, I feel the Indian film industry needs more original content like 'Echoes of Us' rather than just remakes. Hope this film inspires our filmmakers.
That hotel Martinez balcony view is iconic! Many stars have posed there. But I wish the article talked more about the film's plot and less about her looks. Still, nice to see a 49-year-old Indian woman owning the red carpet. Age is just a number! 💪
The Param Vir Chakra connection is a reminder of real heroes, but let's celebrate Pooja's achievement too. Bollywood actresses often fade away after 40, but she's reinvented herself as a producer. That's the real standing ovation material! 👏👏
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