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NRI filmmaker wins best director at Florida’s South Asian film festival
The festival, held from Feb.21 to 23, honored Arora for his contribution to the film
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Malvika Choudhary - Fri, 07, Mar 2025
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Sanjay Arora with the Award/ Official Poster of 2 Khet / Image- Sanjay Arora
Atlanta-based filmmaker Sanjay Arora, won the Best Director Award at the South Asian International Film Festival of Florida 2025 for his work on the film 2 Khet (Two Farms).
The festival held last month, honored Arora for the film, which garnered praise for its poignant storytelling and artistic depth. 2 Khet follows the story of Manni and his brother, whose peaceful life takes a dramatic turn when a wealthy property dealer presents them with a lucrative yet suspicious offer.
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Directed by Jagat Joon and executive produced by Arora, 2 Khet has been well received by critics and audiences alike, securing this recognition at the Florida-based festival, which highlights South Asian cinema and filmmakers.
Arora’s presence at the festival extended beyond 2 Khet, as his latest project, You Are Early, was also screened. A collaboration with a Singaporean production house, the film features a cast of Singaporean actors and received a positive response from viewers.
Arora has been previously recognized for his work in international film festivals. In September 2024, his production Once Upon a Time in Lahore, also directed by Jagat Joon, won Best Film and Best Actor in a Short Film at the India International Film Festival of Boston. His directorial works, including Butterfly Wings, Once Again, and Expression, have received multiple awards.
The filmmaker is currently working on his next feature film, Vapsi, which is in pre-production. Vapsi explores the emotional and social realities of aging parents living alone in India while their only son resides abroad, raising thought-provoking questions about the true meaning of success—whether it lies in professional achievements or personal relationships.
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