Girls Will Be Girls, Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal’s maiden production, has secured two prestigious nominations at the 40th Independent Spirit Awards. It will compete with five contenders for the John Cassavetes Award, which honours the Creative Team of the best film.

Kani Kusruti has secured nomination for Best Supporting Performance for the film.

Girls Will Be Girls is a coming-of-age drama written and directed by Shuchi Talati that has earned acclamation and accolades worldwide. It has earned recognition at premier festivals, beginning with the Sundance Film Festival. 

After its successful release in the US, U.K and France, Girls Will Be Girls is now set to release in India on December 18, 2024 on Prime Video.

Both Richa and Shuchi shared, "We couldn’t be prouder of what Girls Will Be Girls has achieved. To be nominated for the John Cassavetes Award, which celebrates independent filmmaking at its finest, is truly an honour. And Kani’s nomination is a testament to her incredible talent and the truly incredible year she is having."

Ali Fazal added, "This is a dual celebration for us. Independent cinema often struggles to find its place, but this recognition by the Independent Spirit Awards highlights the fact that there is a place for all kinds of cinema. Girls Will Be Girls is a case study in how co-productions can be made for a global audience, with an Indian story at its heart. Kani’s performance is nothing short of transformative, and her nomination is well-deserved. With its India release just around the corner, we’re thrilled to bring this story home and witness how it resonates with audiences across India on Prime Video."

The Independent Spirit Awards will be held in Los Angeles in February 2025.