As I delve into this fascinating array of films from diverse creators across continents, I am struck by the rich tapestry of stories that are about to unfold. Each filmmaker brings their unique perspective and life experiences to the table, weaving tales that resonate with universal truths yet remain deeply rooted in their cultural context.
I’m thrilled to be a part of the groundbreaking debut of the Tasveer Film Market, which has revealed over 40 projects chosen from among 300 submissions hailing from India, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Nepal, the U.K., the U.S., Canada, and Australia. As a platform designed to serve as a fresh epicenter for South Asian and diaspora filmmakers, I’m eagerly looking forward to its launch during the 19th Tasveer Film Festival in Seattle.
Distinguished artists showcasing their projects encompass Radhika Apte, famously known for “The Sleepwalkers,” the award-winning duo Apoorva Charan and Saim Sadiq from “Joyland,” Sarvnik Kaur, recognized for her work in “Against the Tide,” Q, creator of “Garbage,” Nabeel Qureshi, renowned for “Na Maloom Afraad,” and Hania Chima, director of “Laal Kabootar.” The roster also includes Sadia Ashraf and James McMillan, who are leading the adaptation of Soniah Kamal’s novel, “Unmarriageable,” a take on Jane Austen’s “Pride and Prejudice.
Notable attendees at this event will be filmmakers Deepa Mehta and Pan Nalin, as well as executives from Amazon MGM Studios, Blumhouse, HBO, EST N8, Creativeland Studios, NBCU, CAA, and WME. The event is collaborating with entities like NBCU, K&L Gates, and Washington Filmworks.
The panel of judges for the Tasveer Film Market consists of prominent figures in the industry, such as producer and curator Dominique Welinski, former executive at Vice Media Falguni Adams, Shobha Sant who is CEO of Creativeland Studios, filmmaker Hemal Trivedi, and producer Swati Shetty.
At this market event, 20 Jury Select projects will be showcased to studio executives, producers, and industry professionals. Furthermore, an additional 20 Tasveer Film Market Select projects and 20 completed films in the out-of-competition section will complete the lineup. The event will also feature the final pitching session for the 5th Tasveer Film Fund, backed by Netflix, where nine short narrative films from the U.S. will contend for a $25,000 grant.
Rita Meher, head of the Tasveer Film Market, expressed: “Our aim through the Tasveer Film Market is to help filmmakers secure funding, obtain necessary resources, interact directly with industry professionals, and find distribution. It’s high time for stories from South Asia to break barriers and receive recognition worldwide.
Anupama Bose, Tasveer Film Market’s advisor and associate director, stated: “Our aim is to establish a link between South Asian and diaspora filmmakers and the global film industry, particularly in North America, which is currently giving more prominence to diverse voices than ever before. We envision the Tasveer Film Market as an essential stepping stone for these distinctive voices to receive the recognition they rightfully deserve, and for the industry to embrace and foster greater representation of South Asia, the diaspora, and their issues. By being located in Seattle, we also aim to stimulate the local creative economy.
The Tasveer Film Festival and market are scheduled for October 15-20 in Seattle.
Tasveer Film Market Jury Select Projects
“A Country Without A Post Office” by Umbreen Butt (Canada) – Documentary Feature (animation)“Birdie” by Prarthana Joshi (U.S.) – Narrative Feature “Burnout” by Swetha Regunathan (U.S.) – Narrative Feature “Feral” by Nihaarika Negi (U.S./India) – Narrative Feature “Hori” by Arun Deo Joshi (Nepal) – Narrative Feature “Jackie and Jilal” by Jyothi Kalyan Sura (U.S.) – TV “Kabootar” by Ishan Sharma (India) – Narrative Feature “Mangal – The Holy Beast” by Triparna Maiti (India) – Narrative Feature “Samosa” by Nipunika Fernando (Sri Lanka) – Narrative Feature “Their Life is Water” by Brayden Yoder and Aditi Mediratta (U.S./India) – Narrative Feature “Montu Went To The Moon” by Radhika Apte (India) – Narrative Feature “Rain Echoes Fire” by Ayon Pratim Saikia (India) – Narrative Feature “Queen Peak” by David Barchet and Hania Chima (U.S.) – Narrative Feature “The Aunt” by Ranjan Ghosh (India) – Narrative Feature
“Umbrellas of the Acrobats” by Mukesh Subramaniam (U.S.) – Documentary Feature
Tasveer Film Market Jury Select – Work in Progress Projects
“Adi” by Amole Gupte and Deepa Bhatia (India)“A Street Play” by Tanmaya Shekhar (India)“Laptein AKA Flames” by Ravi Shankar Kaushik (India)“The Return” by Anjali Kamat and Rehan Ansari/Sanjna Selva (U.S.)
“Waste-Side Story” by Supriyo Sen (India)
Tasveer Film Market Select Projects
“Anandibai” by Samip Mallick (U.S.) – ShortDoc Animation “Behind The Scene” by Bilal Sami (U.S.) – TV “Chilli Score” by Vinny Anand and Ronald Austin, Jr. (U.S.) – Narrative Feature “Disrupted” by Sarvnik Kaur (India/U.S.) – Documentary “Dreams Uprooted” by Meghna Damani (U.S.) – ShortDoc “Fara” by Arshad W. Khan (Canada) – Narrative Feature “Good Girls” by Hira Shiraz (U.S.) – Narrative Feature “Lone Star Hijra – An Indian Fairy Tale” by Sheila Sawhny (U.S.) – Narrative Feature (WIP) “Nisa (Woman)” by Ambarien Alqadar (U.S.) – Narrative Feature “Patel” by Ravi Kapoor (U.S.) – Narrative Feature “Prisoner” by Nabeel Qureshi (Pakistan) – Narrative Feature “Unmarriageable” by Sadia Ashraf (U.S.) – Narrative Feature “Suraiya” by Shibabrata Barman and Robiul Alam Robi (Bangladesh) – Narrative Feature (WIP) “Tandava” by Vinay M. Umapathy (U.S.) – Narrative Feature “The Laughter” by Saim Sadiq and Apoorva Charan (U.S.) – Narrative Feature “The Pharaoh of Pharma” by Zaki Chinde (India/U.S.) – Narrative Feature “Untitled” by Tanuja Chandra (India) – Documentary “Welcome Home Jhaiji” by Pallavi Somusetty (U.S.) – Documentary “Whistle in the Mist” by Jahnu Barua (Australia) – Narrative Feature
“Zewel” by Q (India) – Narrative Feature
Tasveer Film Fund Finalists
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