Born and raised as an Indian in Tokyo (as a film director)

Meet Ameya, an Indian director born and raised in Tokyo. She sits down to talk to us about growing up in Japan, her entry into the Tokyo art scene, and her work as a film director.

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0:45 Meet Ameya

1:20 Growing up Indian in Tokyo

11:37 Realizing how society views you

14:50 Joining the creative industry

19:18 Stepping behind the camera

23:04 Making connections

28:03 Becoming a filmmaker

37:14 Shooting for big brands

45:25 Differences shooting in Japan

50:58 Ameya's first movie

56:10 The creator economy

1:02:35 Gaining confidence as a creator

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