Sooni Taraporevala

Sooni Taraporevala, born in nineteen fifty-seven, is a distinguished Indian screenwriter, filmmaker, and photographer. She has made significant contributions to Indian cinema, particularly through her collaborations with acclaimed director Mira Nair. Taraporevala is celebrated for her screenplays for notable films such as Mississippi Masala, The Namesake, and the Oscar-nominated Salaam Bombay!, showcasing her talent for storytelling and adaptation.

In addition to her work with Nair, Taraporevala adapted Rohinton Mistry's novel Such A Long Journey for the screen. Her directorial debut came with the film Little Zizou in two thousand eight, which delves into the challenges faced by the Parsi community, of which she is a member. This ensemble piece set in Mumbai earned her the Silver Lotus Award at the National Film Awards for Best Film on Family Values in two thousand nine.

Her filmography also includes Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar and Yeh Ballet, a Netflix original film released in two thousand twenty, which she directed. Taraporevala's artistic talents extend beyond filmmaking; her photographs are part of the permanent collections at prestigious institutions such as the National Gallery of Modern Art in Delhi and the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.

In recognition of her contributions to the arts, she was awarded the Padma Shri by the Government of India in two thousand fourteen. Furthermore, she is a proud member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, reflecting her esteemed status in the film industry.