Jemima Khan's 'What's Love Got to Do with It?' wins four awards at UK national film awards

London: Renowned British screenwriter and film producer Jemima Khan's latest movie, 'What's Love Got to Do with It?', on Wednesday gained significant recognition at the prestigious United Kingdom's National Film Awards.

The film emerged triumphant, securing four awards during the ceremony held on Monday.

Jemima Khan took to social media platform Twitter to share her excitement and gratitude for the success of her film. She expressed her happiness and appreciation for the recognition received at the National Film Awards.

No one likes a show off. But wooohooo !!!

We won 4 awards @NATFilmAwards for our film #whatslovegottodowithit last night & I felt so grateful and happy.

🏆 Best screenplay
🏆 Best British Film
🏆 Best Director
🏆 Best Supporting Actor

Thank you and well done to the entire… pic.twitter.com/8ad5v4i2hi

— Jemima Goldsmith (@Jemima_Khan) July 4, 2023

The romantic comedy, known for its captivating storyline, garnered praise in various categories. 'What's Love Got to Do with It?' received accolades for Best Screenplay, Best British Film, Best Director (Shekhar Kapur), and Best Supporting Actor (Asim Chaudhry).

Jemima Khan, who served as both the screenwriter and producer of the film, received the prestigious award for Best Screenplay. Asim Chaudhry's remarkable performance earned him the title of Best Supporting Actor. The film was further recognized with the Best Director award presented to Shekhar Kapur, as well as the esteemed Best British Film award.

'What's Love Got to Do with It?' boasts an impressive cast, including talented actors such as Sajal Ali, Lily James, Emma Thompson, and Shazad Latif. The plot revolves around the protagonist Zoe, portrayed by Lily James, as she navigates the complexities of modern dating. Parallel to her story, Kazim (played by Shazad Latif) embarks on an arranged marriage journey with a bride from Pakistan, portrayed by Sajal Ali. The film beautifully depicts the challenges and personal growth experienced by these characters as they pursue their individual paths.

The success of 'What's Love Got to Do with It?' at the National Film Awards highlights its remarkable screenplay, direction, and stellar performances. It has captivated audiences and received acclaim for its engaging narrative, cementing Jemima Khan's position as a talented filmmaker in the industry.