In March 2022, Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri’s film, ‘The Kashmir Files,’ was released, shedding light on the mass exodus of Kashmiri Hindus from Indian-administered Kashmir in the 1990s. The film presented the exodus and the events leading up to it as a genocide, leaving a strong imprint on the minds of the audience. As the film completes its first year, Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri marked the occasion by sharing letters from the families of Late Girija Tikoo and BK Ganjoo, who were both victims of the mass exodus.
Taking to social media, Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri shared the letters from the families, expressing how the film helped in their healing process. The director captioned the post, “On this #1YearOfTheKashmirFiles I am sharing these letters from the families of Late Girija Tikoo and BK Ganjoo. Nothing in this world is bigger than when your film starts healing damaged souls. That’s the power of truth, sincerity, and humanity. #RightToJustice.”
Late Girija Tikoo was one of the victims of the mass exodus of Kashmiri Pandits in 1990, who was brutally raped and murdered. Similarly, Late BK Ganjoo was also one of the victims of the mass exodus of Kashmiri Pandits in 1990, who was brutally shot in a barrel of rice. The film showcased many brutal incidents that occurred in Kashmir, showcasing the atrocities inflicted upon the Kashmiri Pandits in the 1990s exodus of Kashmiri Hindus.
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‘The Kashmir Files’ not only touched the hearts of millions, but it also created records at the box office with its massive collection, winning immense love and support from the audience and critics alike. The film received an award for Best Film at the Dada Saheb Phalke Awards 2023, further cementing its place in Indian cinema.
In addition to ‘The Kashmir Files,’ Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri is gearing up for the release of his upcoming film, ‘The Vaccine War,’ slated to release on August 15, 2023, in 11 languages. The film promises to be one of the most promising films ever filmed, and audiences eagerly await its release.
‘The Kashmir Files’ has become a film that will be remembered for generations to come, not only for its cinematic excellence but for bringing attention to an often-forgotten tragedy. Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri’s film has created a legacy of its own and has succeeded in providing a voice to those who were once silenced. The film serves as a reminder that truth, sincerity, and humanity can conquer all, and justice will always prevail.
