Ayyub Hails International Emmy Nomination for Real Kashmir FC Series

Actor and producer Mohd Zeeshan Ayyub is still taking in the news of Real Kashmir Football Club earning an International Emmy nomination for its series. The 42-year-old actor has expressed his gratitude and relief at the nomination.

Which he believes is a proof to the show's universal appeal.

Ayyub, who has also won the Audience Choice Award at Venice for his project Our Share of Sand, says the nomination has given him the confidence to tell stories that reach a global audience. This recognition has given me the much-needed confidence he says. I have been doing projects like this for many years.

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observers note that this story should reach the audience globally.

Ayyub has been in the industry for over a decade and has seen his share of successes and failures. The International Emmy nomination for Real Kashmir FC series is a significant milestone for him, and he is grateful for the recognition.

Ayyub reflects on the series, acknowledging the team's ambition to transcend its geographical roots and resonate with a broader audience. Having created a product that feels inherently universal. They aimed to challenge the conventional narrative surrounding Kashmir. Instead opting for a nuanced portrayal that moves beyond the realms of violence, terrorism, and romance.

Ayyub also acknowledges that the series did not reach as many people as the team had hoped. However, the response from those who watched it made the effort worthwhile.

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The nomination comes close on the heels of another recognition for Ayyub. With his project Our Share of Sand winning the Audience Choice Award at Venice. My past 10 days are going so well.

It’s been so overwhelming for me. Seems like the stars are aligning in the best way possible, he says.

Ayyub believes that the nomination is part of a larger shift in how Indian cinema is being perceived internationally. he says, pointing to Payal Kapadia’s All We Imagine as Light winning the Grand Prix at Cannes in 2024 and Shaunak Sen’s All That Breathes premiering at Cannes in 2022 and going on to be shortlisted for the Oscars.