Prasanna Vithanage's film wins the Kim Jiseok Award
TNN / Oct 14, 2023, 11:59 (IST)
Prasanna Vithanage's film 'Paradise' has won the Kim Jiseok Award for Best Film at the Busan International Film Festival 2023. The film, set to have its South Asia Premiere at the Jio MAMI Mumbai Film Festival, explores the struggles faced by a tourist couple on vacation, revealing truths about human nature. The award is named after Kim Jiseok, a supporter of Asian cinema, and the film is produced by Newton Cinema and presented by Mani Ratnam's Madras Talkies. The filmmakers express gratitude for the recognition and anticipate a positive reception from audiences worldwide.