A three part documentary series that explores the world of Carnatic music, and in particular India’s most awesome drum, the Kanjira! During the summers of 2018 and 2019 I spent several weeks traveling through the southern states of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu where I met with the most incredible players and immersed myself in the […]

Nagaland Anime Junkies organise their second annual CosFest (Costume Festival) in Kohima that youngsters from Nagaland and neighbouring states visit, dressed as their favourite Anime (Japanese Animation) characters. The Film explores the underground subculture and what makes it so popular. Hemant Gaba debuted with a feature film, Shuttlecock Boys, which was released via PVR Director’s Rare. […]

Through the contemporary exploration of professional entrepreneurship, technological advances and intervention from designers, the Film explores the experiences of traditional craftspersons from across the country and their connection to the land which gives them their identity. Malati Rao has directed, written and produced fiction and documentary films. She is a recipient of the Margaret McNamara Award. […]

The Film tells the story of Meenakari, which fused with the pink of Banaras to evolve into a unique craft and aesthetic tradition – the Gulabi Meena. Through the metaphor of the city of Banaras and how it changed over the years, affecting every tangible and intangible thing that flourished in it, the Film explores […]

A journey that started out as a trip to watch her favorite singer, Dr. K.J. Yesudas, perform live at a concert in the village of Chembai, in Palakkad district of Kerala; led the filmmaker to new personal discoveries. The village of Chembai was found to be entirely musically gifted and even a layman enjoyed a […]

The Filmmaker’s journey with Uma, a certified scuba diver, exploring the underwater world and the threat to the coral reefs of the Gulf of Mannar. Born in a traditional family, inspired by the beauty of the corals, Uma learnt how to swim, dive and paint in her 50s, and has since been trying to bring […]