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FILM DIRECTOR/ WRITER/ PRODUCER
Mansha Totla is an award winning independent filmmaker, who uses the visual of film to not only entertain, but also to educate. She leans towards experimental filmmaking, usually combining more than one mediums of expression in her films to relay a stronger sense of emotion.
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In 2017, she received the IB diploma from Dhirubhai Ambani International school, in Mumbai. After that she attended Syracuse university, in Upstate, New York, to pursue an undergraduate degree in Film and Art Design. She took a gap year around the time that Covid hit and came back to work in Mumbai, under Academy Award winner Guneet Moonga and Oscar Nominee Smriti Mundhara, working on and staring in Netflix’s Emmy Nominated show : Indian matchmaking.
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'JINX' is her debut short film that has made a big mark in the film festival circuit. Mansha combined live action footage with AI video to create a compelling WW2 narrative. She became the first Indian to represent her country at the REPLYAIFILMFESTIVAL this year and won an award for her film. She was also invited to and walked the red carpet at the 81st Venice International Film Festival, alongside celebrities, such as; Brad Pitt, Jenna Ortega, Angelina Jolie, to name a few.
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"I hope my films can expand your imagination, bring a smile to your face and create a positive impact in the world."
HONORABLE MENTION
Hollywood screenings film festival
2022
WINNER
Indie Short Fest
2021
WINNER
REPLYAIFF
VENICE, ITALY
2024
TRAILERS & SHORT FILMS: 2024
TRAILER
Title : JINX
Duration : 5min 30secs
Description : Jinx, is a short documentary film based on the true story of a 90-year-old holocaust escapee named Jinx Akerkar. By showcasing her journey, the film places emphasis on the fragility of life and speaks of trusting one’s intuition. The filmmaker has also used generative AI technology to create original WW2 footages, that authentically and effectively portray the events of Jinx’s story. This film is a heartfelt dedication to Jinx, and is made in the memory of all the lives lost during the war, and for the people that may still suffer because of it.
SHORT FILM
Title : SPRAYING POSITIVITY
Duration : 3 min
Description : The internationally known , award winning documentary film showcases the life of a young dyslexic grafitti artist named, Akhil. The film makes us question what we know about grafitti and shows us a new perspective. It isn't just a form of "vandalism" but is also be a strong form of self-expression and freedom for many.
FEATURE FILM TRAILER
Title : THE MONEY COLLECTOR
Password - tmc2023
Duration : 1 hour 15 min
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Description : This feature fit follows the true story of a young girl from bananas, Varanasi. The film shows how she struggles to come to terms with one of life's harshest realities death. She survives by collecting coins from the Ganga, and through her journey ends up being an inspiration to us all.