Suriya-Jyotika’s Daughter Diya Starts Film Direction At 17

Diya Suriya, 17, Suriya-Jyotika’s daughter, makes her directorial debut with “Leading Light,” a 13-minute docu-drama on women gaffers in Bollywood. Produced by 2D Entertainment, it features pioneers Hetall Deddhia, Priyanka Singh, and Leena Gangurde. Screening at Los Angeles’ Oscar-qualifying run, it’s eligible for the 2026 Best Documentary Short category.