Payal Kapadia's All We Imagine As Light has been making waves since its victory at numerous international film festivals, including the prestigious Festival de Cannes. With widespread acclaim from both audiences and critics globally, the film was finally released in major Indian cities like Mumbai, Delhi, Pune, and Kochi. However, the release coincided with the massive success of the commercial Telugu film Pushpa 2, which impacted the box office performance and screening time of All We Imagine As Light. In a recent interview, actor, and producer Siddharth, known for his work in Chithha, shared his thoughts on the film's impact and its challenges in India.
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Siddharth, speaking with Galatta Plus, reflected on Payal Kapadia’s All We Imagine As Light, which earned critical acclaim, including a Grand Prix at the Festival de Cannes and a Golden Globe nomination. Despite this success, the film faced minimal viewership in India, with Kapadia reportedly saying that her screenings were canceled due to lack of attendance. When asked about bringing the film back to theaters, she suggested starting a signature campaign. The actor-producer acknowledged the irony of a film celebrated globally failing to reach audiences in its home country. Siddharth noted that while the producers may consider the film a success, it remains unseen by many Indian viewers.
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Siddharth drew parallels to his own experience with Chithha, which garnered multiple awards, including Best Picture and Best Actor, but did not drastically alter India’s film landscape. He expressed hope that such successes might inspire other independent creators to persist with their artistic vision. Supporting his perspective, Dr. Chandini Ssasha, producer of Barroz, highlighted the systemic hurdles for independent films. She recounted filmmaker Pan Nalin’s two-year struggle to secure an Indian release for his globally acclaimed Samsara.
These anecdotes underscore a broader challenge for Indian cinema: the lack of infrastructure and support for independent, innovative films. Siddharth hopes that the growing recognition of such films will encourage a more inclusive and supportive ecosystem, paving the way for diverse storytelling in Indian cinema. Payal Kapadia’s All We Imagine As Light will stream on Disney+ Hotstar starting January 3, offering audiences another chance to experience the acclaimed film.
Image Credits: IMDb, Instagram/@worldofsiddharth
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