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Ojaswwee Sharma
Occupation(s)Film Director and Producer
Known forRabb Di Awaaz, Admitted
Websitehttps://www.ojaswwee.com/

Ojaswwee Sharma is a Chandigarh-based film director, producer, and screenwriter.[1] Known for his significant contributions to socially responsible cinema, Sharma's filmography is deeply connected with Indian culture, realism, and societal reforms.[2][3]

Career

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Sharma is recognized for reviving contemporary films using real-world incidents. His films often explore inclusivity, mental health, human rights, and cultural studies, impacting audiences in India and worldwide for which he has received numerous accolades for his work.

Notable Work

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A feature documentary on transgender education and human rights in India.[4]

Rabb Di Awaaz

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India's first multi-inclusive film, featuring Hindi audio descriptions and Indian Sign Language.[5] The Film Screening of this important film is being done in various organizations and educational institutions across India.[6][7][8]

Chaurassi

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Chaurassi is an important short film based on the 1984 anti-Sikh carnage depicting the emotional state of a middle-aged Sikh couple living in Bhopal.[9]

Sikhlens film festival

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The Sikhlens film festival is annually held to honor, celebrate, and provide a unique platform for various artists worldwide to present their 'Sikh-centric' films, art, and music to the broader community.[10][11]

In addition to the above, Ojaswwee has directed many short films, and documentaries such as Zubaan, The Last Date, Rooh, and Badalti Soch, as well as musicals like Muntazir, Phoori, and Loneliness.

Accolades

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  • It has been featured in the February 2024 edition of the World Film Festival of Cannes.[12]
  • The Media Federation of India honored Rabb Di Awaaz through the Governor of Gujarat[13]
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  • Rajat Kamal Award - Admitted honored with National Film Award - Special Jury[14]
  • Received the Best Documentary Film award in the National Competition section at the 17th edition of the Mumbai International Film Festival (MIFF)for documentary, short fiction, and animation films.[15]

References

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  1. ^ "Respectful representation in films can change societal perceptions: Ojaswwee". The Times of India. 2024-07-09. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2024-07-31.
  2. ^ "National Award-winning filmmaker Ojaswee Sharma: I am simply overwhelmed". Outlook India. 2022-07-23. Retrieved 2024-07-31.
  3. ^ "OJASWWEE SHARMA". www.magzter.com. Retrieved 2024-07-31.
  4. ^ Alexander, Deepa (2020-06-10). "Film on first transgender student of Panjab University releases on June 13". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 2024-07-31.
  5. ^ "Indian cinema is not inclusive: Ojaswwee Sharma". The Times of India. 2024-02-17. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2024-07-31.
  6. ^ "RIMT World School, Mani Majra, screens 'Rabb Di Awaaz' movie".
  7. ^ "7th Premiere Screening of Movie: 'Rabb di Awaaz' at GCE20". www.indianewscalling.com. 2024-04-01. Retrieved 2024-07-31.
  8. ^ "'रब्ब दी आवाज़', भारत की पहली बहु-समावेशी फिल्म ने मनाई रजत जयंती".
  9. ^ "चंडीगढ़ के ओजस्वी ने अमेरिका में लगाई हैट्रिक, लगातार तीसरे साल एसएएफएफ में मिला दर्शकों का प्यार". Amar Ujala (in Hindi). Retrieved 2024-07-31.
  10. ^ Maqsood, Zofeen (2019-11-18). "Sikhlens: Sikh Arts & Film Festival in California from November 22 to 24 - The American Bazaar". Retrieved 2024-07-31.
  11. ^ "Sikh Arts and Film Festival to kick off on Feb 24 in Chandigarh".
  12. ^ "Winners February 2024". 27 March 2024.
  13. ^ "Gujarat's Governor Acharya Devvrat honored 32 outstanding people for excellence". www.indianewscalling.com. 2024-03-15. Retrieved 2024-07-31.
  14. ^ "Ojaswwee Sharma's Film, Admitted Bags National Award". The Times of India. 2022-07-22. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2024-07-31.
  15. ^ "MIFF: Chandigarh-based filmmaker's Admitted wins award". The Indian Express. 2022-06-06. Retrieved 2024-07-31.