MAMI trophies are sought-after awards and are treasured for
a lifetime as they depict the artist’s contribution to Indian cinema. Inspired
by this Varuna has created exquisite trophies distinguished by her
craftsmanship which is unique and contemporary. This is the first time that a
jewellery designer has designed the award for the festival.
The trophy resonates the inherent attributes of the festival
and its symbolic mascot the phoenix. The Mumbai Film festival has gained a
position over the years is at the pinnacle of recognition, status and
popularity, and this year’s trophy represents that in its design and intent. The
trophy plaque is crystal with a gold and silver plated Phoenix (the emblem of
MAMI) which is an enduring allegorical symbol, symbolizing rebirth, renewal or
uniqueness. At the threshold of the trophy is the designer’s logo with two real
diamond drops placed on the tips of the V wing on each side completing the
symmetry of the design.
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| Varuna D Jani |
Mr Srinivassan Narayan, Festival Director, Mumbai Film
Festival said, “We thank Varuna D Jani for her support towards the Mumbai Film
festival. That a designer of her calibre has agreed to design our award
trophies is a matter of pride for us. The final trophy is spectacular as is the
design input put in by her. This year’s award recipients will be the envy of
many as they will get to take the coveted trophy home.”
The trophy exudes a royal charm with crystal base and gold
and silver plating. Equal emphasis has been given to the back and front of the
trophy making it a piece of art. With fine engravings of letter, this year’s
MAMI Trophy is going to be a sought after reward not just because of the repute
and the prestige of the festival but also as a thing of beauty that the award
winners would be proud to receive. After all the inspiration behind the design
was that these awards (the MAMI trophy) deserve to be earned not owned.
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