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Imagine making waves in the international film industry at just the ripe age of 24, meet Ayesha Khuele, an internationally recognized filmmaker who burst onto the scene in 2019 with her debut film, Molisana.
This remarkable short film acted as a pilot for the feature film she will soon be shooting to showcase her exceptional talent and unique creative vision.
The film, Molisana, garnered attention and acclaim from festivals worldwide, starting with the Waco Family and Faith International Film Festival, Khuele made history as the youngest nominated Director at the festival that year, demonstrating her skill and potential as a rising star in the industry.
Her success didn’t stop there, her work continued to captivate audiences, receiving recognition from prestigious festivals such as Portugal’s Moinho Fine Fest, England’s Lift-off Global Network Sessions and the BeBop Channel Content Festival in the United States.
Additionally, she earned a spot in the First Time Filmmaker Sessions in New York, further solidifying her status as a promising talent in the global film community.
“Embarking on a feature film with a zero-budget is pretty daunting, and assistance would be very helpful right now. I am soon to start production of Molisana, I am seeking support from both private and public sector. Shooting a film is hard and expensive,” said Khuele in a recent interview with the Weekly Observer showing determination to bring her vision to life.
The filmmaker continued by adding that, “Over the past four years, I poured my heart into writing the screenplay, honing skills and maturing as a filmmaker. Despite the financial hurdles, my passion and dedication to the project have only grown stronger.”
Molisana illustrates a range of social-economic issues that resonate with young people, including education, poverty, theft and abuse. Khuele said she is commitment to using her platform to illuminate these challenges that further project her role as a devoted youth advocate.
By addressing these pressing concerns through the art of storytelling, she aims to create a impactful narrative that catalyses conversations and drives positive change.
Khuele’s accomplishments extend beyond Molisana, her student film, Tormented, delved into the complexities of culture and religion among youth, earning recognition on a global scale.
In 2022, Ayesha had the honour of representing her country as one of seven youth ambassadors at the prestigious AU-EU Summit held in Belgium.
With her unique perspective, she undoubtedly inspires future generations of filmmakers while advocating for the issues that shape their global community.
