Veteran actor and filmmaker Anupam Kher took to social media to share his joy and pride as actress Shubhangi Dutt received a Best Actress nomination for her debut performance in Tanvi the Great at the International Film Festival of Australia (IFFA).
Posting the film’s official poster, Kher wrote, “CONGRATULATIONS dearest #ShubhangiDutt for your nomination of #BestActress for #TANVITHEGREAT at the prestigious #InternationalFilmFestivalOfAustralia. Your dedication, hard work, patience, and talent are finally being recognised internationally too! What makes it more special for me and our team is that you are a student of our acting school @actorprepares!”
Directed by Anupam Kher himself, Tanvi the Great is a 2025 Hindi drama that tells the moving story of a young autistic woman’s journey to fulfill her late father’s dream of serving in the Indian Army. Shubhangi Dutt’s nuanced portrayal of Tanvi has drawn widespread acclaim for its authenticity and emotional depth.
The film also stars Pallavi Joshi, Boman Irani, and Anupam Kher, and has been lauded for its sensitive exploration of autism, parental legacy, and military valor. In addition to its IFFA recognition, the film was recently selected for the Indian Panorama section at the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) 2025, further cementing its growing reputation on the global stage.
Shubhangi Dutt’s nomination marks a milestone not just for the actress, but also for Kher’s acclaimed acting institute, Actor Prepares, where she trained. Her achievement underscores the school’s continuing legacy in nurturing fresh talent that shines internationally.
The post quickly drew a wave of congratulatory messages from fans and industry peers, celebrating both Dutt’s breakthrough and the continued global recognition of Indian storytelling.