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Ganguly family opens up on their collaborative filmmaking and industry nepotism

The Ganguly household discusses how each member contributes to their shared film projects, from direction to performance. Son Ujaan emphasizes the importance of independent cinema and his desire to work apart from his father’s on‑set presence. The family also examines the issue of nepotism, reflecting on personal growth and the challenges of mixing family ties with creative work.

Ganguly family opens up on their collaborative filmmaking and industry nepotism
Ganguly family opens up on their collaborative filmmaking and industry nepotismPhoto via Times of India — Kolkata

The Ganguly family, comprising filmmaker Kaushik Ganguly, actress Churni Ganguly and their son Ujaan, regularly collaborate on movies, each bringing a distinct role to the creative process.

Ujaan says independent cinema matters to him and he strives to carve his own path, distancing his work from his father’s direct influence on set.

Together they talk openly about nepotism in the film world, considering how it affects their own development, artistic choices and the delicate balance of family relationships within the industry.

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