Sanya Malhotra to head to Australia to attend Mrs screening at Indian Film Festival of Melbourne

The Arati Kadav directorial, starring Sanya Malhotra, Mrs is set to be screened at the Indian Film festival of Melbourne. Both Sanya and the director will attend the screening in Australia. The festival will be held from August 15 to 25.

Mrs delves into the life of a woman, portrayed by Sanya Malhotra, a dance teacher. After her marriage, she faces the challenges of being a wife while striving to discover her own path and voice. The film explores her journey of self-expression amidst societal expectations imposed on her marital life. The film is the Hindi remake of the critically acclaimed Malayalam film The Great Indian Kitchen and also features Kanwaljit Singh and Nishant Dahiya in pivotal roles.

Speaking about the film's Australian premiere, Sanya Malhotra expressed her excitement, "I am thrilled and honored that Mrs will have its Australian premiere at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne. This film is incredibly special to me as it explores the complex and nuanced journey of a woman trying to find her own voice amidst the expectations of society.”

Director Arati Kadav added, "IFFM is a prestigious platform and we are excited to showcase Mrs here. This film delves into the emotional and societal intricacies of a woman's life, and having it as a centerpiece at IFFM is a testament to its universal appeal and relevance. Sanya's performance brings depth and authenticity to the character, making it a powerful narrative.”

Presented by Jio Studios in association with Baweja Studios, Mrs is produced by Jyoti Deshpande, Pammi Baweja, and Harman Baweja. Sanya previously won the Best Actress award for the film at the New York Indian Film Festival and has also earned the nomination nod for the Best Actress category for IFFM 2024.