Anurag Kashyap-backed ‘Little Thomas' earns three nods at New York Indian Film Festival
Little Thomas, a Goa-set comedy drama film headlined by Rasika Dugal and Gulshan Devaiah, has secured three nods at the upcoming 25th edition of the New York Indian Film Festival (NYIFF). The Kaushal Oza directorial has earned nominations for best actor, actress, and best debut feature. Rasika and Gulshan have earned nominations in the acting categories.
Set in Goa in the 1990s, the film follows Thomas (Hridansh Parekh), the only child of his parents, who desperately wants a little brother. 'One day, he is told that to get a baby brother, his parents will have to kiss. Since his quarrelling parents won't kiss any longer, little Thomas takes it upon himself to make them do the yucky act!' the film's synopsis reads.
Little Thomas is backed by producer Ranjan Singh and filmmaker Anurag Kashyap. Kashyap's own directorial Kennedy is also featured in the official lineup of NYIFF.
'I am grateful that the work is being noted and appreciated, and I am looking forward to the response of the audience when the film is screened at the festival. Audiences at film festivals are discerning, and it is always wonderful to receive their view of the work,' Rasika Dugal said in a statement.
Gulshan Devaiah shared, 'I am excited and happy with the nomination that the NYIFF jury has considered me for as the Best Actor for Little Thomas. Looking forward to the festival and also yes, hoping to win the Best Actor award.'
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