Washington DC, June 16 -- Director Sivaranjini J is thrilled as her debut feature film Victoria has been selected as the sole entry from India at the 27th Shanghai International Film Festival (SIFF) 2025. The film will be screened under the Asian New Talent section of the festival.

Sivaranjini opened up about her journey from a small village in Kerala to gaining international recognition, revealing that she had once given up on her "dream" of becoming a filmmaker due to the immense struggles faced by independent directors today, reported Variety.

In an interview with Variety, the 'Victoria' director said that she feels "honoured" for the recognition received by her film at the Shanghai International Film Festival 2025.

"I am feeling re...