New Delhi: Producer Ektaa Kapoor has been felicitated with the International Emmy Directorate Award.The award was given at the 51st edition of the Emmys in New York. Ektaa was presented the award by renowned author Deepak Chopra.
Besides Ektaa Kapoor, comedian Vir Das also received an Emmy for Best Comedy Series 'Vir Das: Landing' which streams on Netflix. Vir Das shared the award with the UK based TV show 'Derry Girls'.
On the other hand, Shefali Shah and Jim Sarbh were also nominated among the Best Actress & Actor nominees for their performance in 'Delhi Crime 2' and 'Rocket Boys' respectively. However, none received the top honour.
After Ektaa won the Emmys Directorate, she said in her statement, "I’m delighted to receive the prestigious Emmys Directorate Award! It brings me immense joy and happiness to be honoured at a global scale, such as this. I’ve always wanted to tell stories because they give me a chance to be heard, seen and represented. I am grateful for the audience’s love that has opened doors for me, allowing me to transition from television to the world of films and OTT.”
“Each story that I told became a bridge to connect with audiences on many levels. The unexpected turns this journey took are a testament to the power of love showered by the people of India and beyond. My heart is filled with gratitude, and a stronger resolve to make a positive impact through my work for audiences.” She added.
Earlier, Bruce L Paisner, President & CEO of the International Academy of Television Arts and Sciences had said in a statement, “Ektaa Kapoor has built Balaji into one of India’s foremost entertainment players with market leadership in the television content industry reaching mass audiences across India and South Asia with their long running series and OTT platform. We look forward to honouring her remarkable career and influence on the television industry, with our Directorate Award.”