Anand Ekarshi (born Sebastian K Abraham)[1] is a Malayalam filmmaker who gained recognition for his directorial debut, Aattam.[2]
Early life and education
Anand Ekarshi was born in Kerala.[3] His interest in theatre and acting began at the young age of 10. He attributes his narrative style to his involvement with Lokadharmi, a theatre group based in Kochi.[4] He holds a degree in Communicative English and a postgraduate degree in Psychology.[5]
Career
Before making his mark with feature films, Anand Ekarshi worked on various short films and music videos in Malayalam.[6] He also had a brief stint under the guidance of filmmaker Imtiaz Ali.[7]
Directorial debut: Aattam
Ekarshi made his directorial debut with Aattam in 2023, a film that won three [National Film Award for Best Feature Film|] Best screenplay and Best Editing] at the 70th National Film Awards in India.[8]
Accolades
| Year | Award | Film | Category | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 70th National Film Awards | Aattam | Best Feature Film | [9] |
| Best Screenplay | ||||
| 2023 | Kerala Film Critics Association Awards | Aattam | Best Film | [10] |
See also
References
- ↑ ആരാണു ശരിക്കും 'ആട്ട'ത്തിലെ വില്ലൻ?: ആനന്ദ് ഏകർഷി അഭിമുഖം. ആരാണു ശരിക്കും ‘ആട്ട’ത്തിലെ വില്ലൻ?: ആനന്ദ് ഏകർഷി അഭിമുഖം. Retrieved 2024-09-12.
- ↑ Aattam director Anand Ekarshi says it discusses a crime and how its audit persecutes the woman. The Hindu(2024-01-20). Retrieved 2024-08-19.
- ↑ Festival Scope. pro.festivalscope.com. Retrieved 2024-08-19.
- ↑ I didn't want Aattam to be preachy: Anand Ekarshi. The Times of India(2024-08-18). Retrieved 2024-08-19.
- ↑ | MAMI Mumbai Film Festival. mami.mumbaifilmfestival.com. Retrieved 2024-08-19.
- ↑ Painters and masons by day, how a bunch of theatre actors came up a National Award winner. The Indian Express(2024-08-17). Retrieved 2024-08-19.
- ↑ Anand Ekarshi on setting a benchmark with Aattam, Shrijith, Sajin. The New Indian Express(2023-11-08). Retrieved 2024-08-19.
- ↑ Aattam. Joy Movie Productions(2024-01-05).
- ↑ 70th National Film Awards full list of winners: Brahmastra, Ponniyin Selvan Part 1, Aattam win big. hindustantimes.com.
- ↑ Kerala Film Critics Awards announced, Aattam adjudged best film. thehindu.com.
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