Imtiaz Ali reacts to Chamkila Emmy nominations: Home validation first, Indian cinema goes global
Imtiaz Ali's "Amar Singh Chamkila" secured two International Emmy nominations, sparking debate on Indian cinema's quest for Western validation. Ali affirmed that while international acclaim is special, true validation stems from connecting with Indian audiences first. He considers global recognition as "sone pe suhaga" (icing on the cake) for representing the country.
Imtiaz Ali's "Amar Singh Chamkila" secured two International Emmy nominations, sparking debate on Indian cinema's quest for Western validation. Ali affirmed that while international acclaim is special, true validation stems from connecting with Indian audiences first. He considers global recognition as "sone pe suhaga" (icing on the cake) for representing the country.
