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Little Zizou: 17 Years Later, Director's Personal Journey
14 Mar
Summary
- Film marked director Sooni Taraporevala's directorial debut.
- It was shot in the neighborhood where the director grew up.
- Taraporevala cast many non-actors, including her own children.
Filmmaker Sooni Taraporevala's debut directorial venture, 'Little Zizou,' reached its 17th anniversary on March 13, 2024. Taraporevala described the film as a deeply personal project, celebrating it as a gift for her 50th birthday. The production was notably filmed in the very lane where she spent her childhood. The movie's cast included a blend of professional actors and individuals who were not professional performers. Taraporevala even cast her own children, Jahan Bativala and Iyanah Bativala, in significant roles, drawing from their real-life sibling dynamics. The director also managed to secure a special appearance from actor John Abraham. She is currently developing a historical film for her next project.
