Anumati bags best film award at New York Film Festival

Director Gajendra Ahire, whose film 'Anumati' recently got Vikram Gokhale the National Award for best actor, is a happy filmmaker as the film was recently awarded the best film at the 13th New York Indian Film Festival on May 1. The festival showcases movies made by directors of Indian origin based in different parts of the world.
Speaking to TOI, Gajendra said, ���������My film is based on a social subject and highlights human emotions which are common among individuals anywhere in the world.I think that���������s what has made it click.��������� He further added, ���������But more than the film, I would say that this award is a tribute to Indian sensibilities. Close-knit families and long lasting marriages which are the essence of our Indian moral values are now finding appeal worldwide. Vikram���������s solid performance and cinematographer Govind Nihalani���������s work is the strength of my film.���������
Woven around relationships, Anumati is a sensitive story about a 65-year-old family man (essayed by Vikram) who is struggling to save his ailing wife. The film also features actors Neena Kulkarni, Reema Lagoo, Subodh Bhave and Saie Tamhankar.