Archive · 2 Sep 2025
Farhana Bhula Appointed as Film4's Permanent Director
Farhana Bhula has been chosen to be the new boss of Film4, a company that makes movies.
She was already working at Film4 before, helping to make some cool films.
The person who used to be in charge, Ollie Madden, is now going to work for Netflix.
Bhula is excited to lead Film4 and make more interesting movies.
She will work with Channel 4's team and report to Martin Baker.
Bhula has experience in the film industry, previously working at BFI, and hopes to bring success to the Film4 brand.
Farhana Bhula takes over as permanent director of Film4.
Bhula previously served as Film4's Head of Creative and Deputy Director.
Ollie Madden, the former director, is now Director of UK Film at Netflix.
Bhula's appointment follows an extensive recruitment process.
Bhula will continue to be part of Channel 4's exec team and report to Martin Baker.
- Who
- Farhana Bhula
- What
- Appointed as the permanent director of Film4.
- When
- Immediately
- Where
- Film4
- Why
- Following Ollie Madden's departure to Netflix after an external recruitment process.
- New Director
- Farhana Bhula
- Previous Role
- Head of Creative and Deputy Director at Film4
- Starting Date
- Immediately
- Former Director
- Ollie Madden
- Madden's New Role
- Director of UK Film at Netflix
- Reporting to
- Martin Baker, Chief Commercial Affairs Officer