Namrata Singh Gujral
Filmmaker, Motivational Speaker and President of Uniglobe Entertainment
Namrata Singh Gujral is a filmmaker, motivational speaker and president of Uniglobe Entertainment, a boutique film studio specializing in internationally diverse entertainment, with a focus on socially relevant projects. Gujral is a breast cancer survivor and blood cancer survivor. She attributes her medical journey to the dramatic shift in her life – a shift that has led her to choose entertainment projects that carry strong humanitarian angles.
What is your fondest memory from UWF? Is there a class or professor that particularly inspired you?
Seville Quarter. I mean that in fun! I do think UWF is a great school, because along with great education and great teachers, Pensacola allows you to embrace the best of America. It’s very diverse because you have such a large military presence. There were international students from all over the world and all over the U.S. who were at the bases to learn how to fly. However, at the time if you wanted Indian food, you had to drive to Mobile, Alabama. I’m sure that has changed. While I was at UWF I received two awards from the Society of Professional Journalists. I got Mark of Excellence Awards in 1998 for a television feature, long form and for in-depth reporting on an investigative journalism piece. I learned documentary and filmmaking skills at UWF that still come in handy in what I do today. I always tell people there is no substitute for a good education.
What advice do you have for students who hope to pursue a career in the entertainment industry?
There are two parts to show business. There’s the “show” part that involves the creative aspect, and there’s the “biz” part that involves the business aspect. It took me a while to comprehend that if you’re going to be successful in this career, you have to be able to understand and apply both aspects.
What is your favorite project?
My latest project is called “America Invaded.” The tagline is: “20 years later. Two wars later. Is America safer?” It’s probably one of my favorites because it asks some hard questions that Hollywood is not willing to tackle in today’s climate.