Ayesha Sayani is a former film and documentary maker who has been on several film juries and awards committees. She has made advertising commercials and children’s films as well, and has served on the juries & committees of CFSI, IDPA, IAAFA, MIFF, MAMI, and the National Film Awards. She now runs The Sultan Padamsee Playwriting Awards.

She also runs a homestay in Coonoor with her daughter!