Shweta Basu Prasad, Esha Gupta Champion Women's Role in Cinema at IFFD 2026

• Shweta Basu Prasad and Esha Gupta highlighted women's contributions to cinema at the International Film Festival Delhi (IFFD) 2026.
• Shweta emphasized that creating a path for women in cinema has taken decades of effort from female actors, filmmakers, technicians, thinkers, and writers.
• Esha Gupta spoke about the significant contributions of women both on-screen and behind the scenes, noting the growing influence of the female gaze in modern storytelling.
• Esha stated that the 'female gaze' has existed since the beginning of time and is crucial for continuity, praising IFFD for focusing on this theme.
• The IFFD, organized by DTTDC and the Government of Delhi, is a week-long festival showcasing Indian and international cinema, running from March 25 to 31.