Indian producer Ektaa R. Kapoor Set to Receive Prestigious 2023 International Emmy Directorate Award

Bruce L. Paisner, President & CEO of the International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, made a historic statement August 30, 2023, announcing that Ektaa R. Kapoor, the inspirational co-founder of Balaji Telefilms, would receive the prestigious 2023 International Emmy Directorate Award. The 51st International Emmy Awards Gala, which is slated for November 20, 2023, in New York City, will recognise Kapoor, who is referred to as India's "content czarina," for her outstanding efforts.

Bruce L. Paisner acknowledged his love for Ektaa, saying, "Ektaa R. Kapoor has not only given Balaji Telefilms an unrivalled standing within India's entertainment industry, but has also captured fans throughout the country and South Asia with her captivating content and ground-breaking OTT platform. We want to recognise her exceptional career and her lasting impact on the world of television with this Directorate Award.

Under Ektaa’s adept direction, Balaji Telefilms has become a major force in the Indian entertainment industry, connecting with viewers through its timeless TV shows and cutting-edge digital services. The Directorate Award is evidence of Ektaa’s trailblazing endeavours and her efforts to emancipate women via her narrative.

"Upon receiving this great accolade, I am overcome with both deep humility and elation. This award has a great deal of sentimental importance since it represents a journey, both personal and professional, that goes beyond everyday work, Ektaa said. "It is a singular honour to represent my country on this prestigious international stage. In addition to assisting me in finding my own identity, television has given me the opportunity to elevate the voices of women via narrative. With the help of this award, I will have the chance to speak on behalf of these ladies and our group achievements abroad.

A number of general entertainment networks have found Ektaa’s ground-breaking ideas to be ratings gold, making Balaji Telefilms an award-winning company. According to Fortune India, Kapoor is one of the 50 most powerful women in Asia, demonstrating how far her influence reaches across national boundaries. She is also the only female representative from the Indian television industry listed in Variety500, an exclusive index highlighting the 500 most significant business figures influencing the world of media.

Over the years, Balaji Telefilms Limited has developed into a renowned integrated media conglomerate with a solid foundation in the production of television programmes and other entertainment-related businesses. Storytelling in India has been reimagined by the company's ventures into both television and film. Balaji Telefilms has pioneered a variety of content categories under its many brand names, solidifying itself as a symbol of cutting-edge television programming. Balaji Telefilms Ltd. is one of the biggest producers of regional and Hindi content in India, South Asia, South East Asia, and the Middle East, with a record of over 17,000 hours of content creation.

The International Emmy Directorate Award will highlight Ektaa’s remarkable career on a worldwide scale and establish her legacy as a revolutionary force in the television entertainment industry.