Filmmaker Mira Nair Mentioned in Latest Epstein Files
Filmmaker Mira Nair, the mother of New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani, is referenced in newly released documents linked to the late financier Jeffrey Epstein, according to records made public by the US government.
The documents form part of more than three million pages released by the United States Department of Justice, alongside around 180,000 images and 2,000 videos. The disclosure represents the largest release of Epstein related material to date and follows legislation mandating transparency.
Among the records is an email dated 21 October 2009, sent by publicist Peggy Siegal to Epstein, describing an afterparty held at the New York townhouse of Ghislaine Maxwell following a screening linked to Nair’s film Amelia.
2009 afterparty email
In the email, Siegal wrote that she had just left Maxwell’s townhouse after an afterparty for the film and listed several attendees, including Bill Clinton, Jeff Bezos, French fashion executive Jean Pigozzi, and Mira Nair.
The email described the reception to the film as muted, noting that the response was more positive among female guests. It also referenced unrelated social events and industry meetings scheduled for the following day.
There is no suggestion in the email of wrongdoing by Nair or other attendees. The document records a social gathering only and does not allege any criminal behaviour.
Scope of the document release
The newly released files include prison records, psychological assessments, and investigative material relating to Epstein and Maxwell, who was convicted of helping Epstein traffic underage girls.
They also contain extensive email correspondence between Epstein and numerous high profile individuals, spanning more than a decade.
Epstein was convicted in 2008 in Florida of soliciting sex from a minor under a controversial plea deal and died in prison in August 2019 while awaiting trial on federal sex trafficking charges.
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche said the release marked the end of a comprehensive review process intended to ensure transparency and legal compliance.
British figures referenced
The documents include emails suggesting Epstein sought contact with Prince Andrew, including references to potential meetings at Buckingham Palace and introductions to a Russian woman. The emails, dated August 2010, do not allege wrongdoing.
Prince Andrew has repeatedly denied any misconduct and has said he regrets his association with Epstein. The BBC has contacted his representatives for comment.
Other emails appear to involve Sarah Ferguson, discussing personal and business matters while Epstein was under house arrest. No criminal allegations are made in those exchanges.
The files also show Epstein sent £10,000 to Reinaldo Avila da Silva in 2009 after receiving a request for help covering education costs. Separate emails show Peter Mandelson asking to stay at one of Epstein’s properties during the period Epstein was serving his sentence.
Lord Mandelson has said he regrets his past association with Epstein and has stated he never witnessed any wrongdoing.
Trump and FBI intake reports
Donald Trump is mentioned frequently across the released material. Among the documents is a list compiled by the Federal Bureau of Investigation summarising unverified allegations submitted by callers to its tip line.
The Justice Department said some of the claims against Trump contained in these reports are false and unfounded. Trump has denied any involvement in Epstein’s crimes and has not been charged or accused by Epstein’s victims.
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Musk and Gates correspondence
The files also include email exchanges between Epstein and Elon Musk, discussing potential travel and social plans. There is no evidence Musk ever visited Epstein’s private island, and he has previously said he declined such invitations.
Emails drafted by Epstein referencing Bill Gates also appear in the release. A spokesperson for Gates dismissed the claims contained in those drafts as “absolutely absurd and completely false”, describing them as the writings of a disgruntled individual.
Are more documents to come?
While the Justice Department says the release process is complete, some lawmakers argue millions of documents may still be withheld.
Democratic Congressman Roh Khanna said he would scrutinise the release closely, questioning why additional material identified during the review process was not made public.
Under the Epstein Files Transparency Act, redactions are permitted only to protect victims or ongoing investigations, and must be accompanied by a legal justification.
Officials acknowledge the documents may not satisfy those who believe powerful figures were shielded from accountability.
Deputy Attorney General Blanche said the files do not contain a list of perpetrators and that anyone against whom there was credible evidence would have been prosecuted.
The release is likely to prompt further analysis and reporting, but authorities and journalists continue to stress that the appearance of a name in these documents does not imply wrongdoing.
