"Sonita" wins Audience Award at Sundance for World Cinema Documentary.
On January 28, 2016, just days after winning the Grand Jury Prize, the documentary "Sonita" also clinched the Audience Award at Sundance in the World Cinema Documentary category. This double recognition underscored the documentary's widespread resonance with viewers and its role in elevating Sonita's story to an international audience. The Audience Award specifically reflected global audiences' appreciation for Sonita's poignant narrative and the broader social issues the film addressed, enhancing her visibility as an influential voice against forced marriages.