Archive · 30 Jan 2026
Women Behind Camera Gain Respect in Film Industry
A panel discussion at the Kolkata Book Fair talked about how women working behind the camera in films are now getting more respect.
The panelists included a filmmaker, a cinematographer, a costume designer, and a documentary filmmaker.
They shared their experiences and how the industry has changed over the years.
They mentioned that more women are now working behind the camera, which is a good thing for the industry.
They also talked about the challenges of making films with tight budgets and how filmmakers in their region are skilled at overcoming these challenges.
Each panelist shared their unique journey and achievements, including awards they have won.
Panel discussion at Kolkata Book Fair focused on women's roles behind the camera in films.
Panelists included filmmaker Sudeshna Roy, cinematographer Modhura Palit, costume designer Sabarni Das, and documentary filmmaker Farah Khatoon.
Discussed increased respect for women in the industry and more women working behind the camera.
Challenges of working with tight budgets and the skill of filmmakers in overcoming them.
Panelists shared their personal experiences and achievements, including awards won.
- Who
- Panelists: Sudeshna Roy, Modhura Palit, Sabarni Das, Farah Khatoon
- What
- Discussion on women behind the camera in films
- When
- During the International Kolkata Book Fair
- Where
- Salt Lake, West Bengal
- Why
- To discuss the changing dynamics and respect for women in film industry roles behind the camera
- Event
- Panel discussion at Kolkata Book Fair
- Panelists
- Sudeshna Roy, Modhura Palit, Sabarni Das, Farah Khatoon
- Topics Discussed
- Women's roles, industry changes, budget constraints
- Key Points
- Increased respect, more women behind camera, tight budgets
- Awards Mentioned
- Pierre Angenieux ExcelLens in Cinematography, National Awards