Netflix has announced that the Oscar-nominated Indian short film Anuja will be available for streaming on February 5. The announcement was made through the platform's official Instagram account, with the caption reading, "ANUJA is a story of resilience, sisterhood, and hope. The Academy Award Nominated Live Action Short Film comes to Netflix on February 5." ‘Anuja’ OTT Release: Priyanka Chopra and Guneet Monga Kapoor’s Oscar-Nominated Short Film to Premiere on Netflix on THIS Date (Watch Teaser Video).
Directed by Adam J Graves, Anuja has secured a nomination for Best Live Action Short Film at the 97th Academy Awards, putting it in the race against other notable contenders such as Alien, I'm Not a Robot, The Last Ranger, and A Man Who Would Not Remain Silent. 97th Academy Awards: Priyanka Chopra, Mindy Kaling and Guneet Monga Kapoor Celebrate Oscar Nomination for Short Film ‘Anuja’.
'Anuja' on Netflix from February 5, 2025
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The Oscar nominations were revealed on January 23 by Bowen Yang and Rachel Sennott. The narrative of Anuja revolves around a nine-year-old girl called Anuja, who works alongside her older sister, Palak, in a back-alley garment factory. The plot follows Anuja as she faces a life-altering decision that will impact both her future and her family's well-being.
The film has garnered attention and support of stars including Priyanka Chopra and Guneet Monga. Priyanka Chopra, who is one of those backing the film, shared her thoughts on the project: "This beautiful film shines a spotlight on a subject that affects millions of children around the world, who are faced with the impossible decision between a future they cannot yet see and the immediate realities of their present."
Guneet Monga, who is one of the film's producers, expressed her excitement as well, stating, "'Anuja' is a story of unparalleled courage, a film made with a lot of heart. Director Adam J Graves delivers a message through an empowered and entertaining lens." Monga also spoke about her involvement in the film, saying, "I'm honoured to be part of the journey ahead, alongside Producers Mindy Kaling, Suchitra Mattai, and Krushan Naik, and now one of the most powerful Brown voices to champion our story - Priyanka Chopra Jonas."
For Guneet Monga, Anuja marks her third Oscar nomination. Her previous projects, The Elephant Whisperers and Period: End of Sentence, have both won Academy Awards.