Goa, Oct. 23 -- In a proud moment for Goa and Indian regional cinema, Prashanti Talpankar has been honored with the prestigiousBest Actor award in the International categoryat the14th International Film Festival of South Asia (IFFSA), held in Toronto, North America. Talpankar earned the accolade for her captivating performance in the 30-minute Konkani short filmAncessao, directed by Manguirish Bandodkar.

Ancessaoexplores deep emotional and social themes through authentic Goan storytelling and powerful character portrayal. Talpankar's nuanced acting and natural screen presence have drawn acclaim from audiences and critics alike, highlighting her as a leading voice in Konkani cinema.

Director Manguirish Bandodkar praised Talpankar for bri...