First Gujarati Woman Producer Chanda Patel Represents WIFPA at Oscars 2026, Promotes Film Tera Mera Nata
Updated On: 18 March, 2026 04:23 PM IST | Mumbai | Buzzfeed
Chanda Patel represents WIFPA at the Oscars 2026, promoting Gujarati film on a global stage.

Chanda Patel
Making a proud moment for the Gujarati film fraternity, film producer Chanda Patel became one of the first Gujarati women producers to reach the Oscars, representing the Western India Film & TV Producers’ Association (WIFPA) at the prestigious 2026 Oscars while also promoting her upcoming film Tera Mera Nata.
Patel, who serves as an Executive Committee Member of WIFPA, attended the globally celebrated awards ceremony on behalf of the association, highlighting the growing presence of Indian producers and filmmakers on the international stage. Her participation reflected WIFPA’s continued efforts to strengthen global connections for the Indian entertainment industry.

