<span class=normal> Nandita Das director Firaaq<BR><br><p class=clear>&nbsp;</p>Most directors play safe with their directorial debuts. After all you need to make a name in the industry before you start experimenting with storylines but our woman director here went ahead and made a film on a subject she strongly believed in. Firaaq, a film based on the 2002 Gujarat carnage went on to get Nandita immense critical acclaim and awards in various film festivals. Strong woman with a strong conviction, Nandita is an honour for our country. </span>