The Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) is one of the most renowned and notable institutes of India which is fully aided by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. Following the eminent list of FTII presidents R K Laxman, Shyam Benegal, Mahesh Bhatt, Anupam Kher, and others, the 74-year-old filmmaker Shekhar Kapur is appointed as the president of the Pune-based FTII till March 3rd, 2023. On Tuesday, critically acclaimed director, actor Shekar Kapoor's official appointment was announced by the Union Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.

Information and Broadcasting Minister Prakash Javadekar took to Twitter and wrote, "Happy to inform that renowned international film personality Shekhar Kapur has been appointed as the President of FTII Society and Chairman of Governing Council of FTII. Kapur, who has vast experience, will add more value to the institute. I am sure everybody will welcome his appointment." Check out his tweet here -

Happy to inform that renowned international film personality #ShekharKapur has been appointed as the President of FTII Society & Chairman of Governing Council of FTII.@narendramodi @shekharkapur pic.twitter.com/lARfoDW4b9

— Prakash Javadekar (@PrakashJavdekar) September 29, 2020

Shekhar Kapoor is named as one of the film directors who marked his presence not only in Bollywood but also internationally. Shekhar Kapoor started his Hindi cinema career in the year 1975 with the film 'Jaan Hazir Ho' and known best for his films such as Masoom (1983), Mr. India (1987), Bandit Queen (1994). Talking about his international film projects, his historical biopics on Queen Elizabeth, 'Elizabeth' (1998), and 'Elizabeth: The Golden Age' (2007) gained him several award nominations at 'BAFTA' and 'Golden Globe' but the filmmaker won the 'BAFTA Award for outstanding British film' for his Film 'Elizabeth' (1998).

The Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) is an autonomous institute under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting of the Government of India and aided by the Central Government of India. It is situated on the premises of the erstwhile Prabhat Film Company in Pune. Since its beginning in 1960, FTII has become India's premier film and television institute, with its alumni becoming technicians, actors and directors in the film and television industry.